So many great Commencement photos left to share! Check out our Commencement photo story for more of the best moments of this past weekend. Check it out: https://www.uwec.edu/stories/aspirational-difference-makers-class-2025 (fb)

As Chancellor James Schmidt prepares to leave the University for the next chapter of his career, he will take with him a parting gift from the UW-Eau Claire Alumni Association. Schmidt was surprised to learn that the final alumni award given during a May 16 ceremony — an Honorary Alumnus Award — would be presented to him. This award typically is presented to non-alumni or non-degreed alumni who have demonstrated great love of and service to UW-Eau Claire or the greater community. Schmidt has been honored by alumni for his significant role in overall student success and “instilling in our students a great sense of pride, audacity and joy that has transformed them into Blugolds for life.” Read more: https://www.uwec.edu/stories/chancellor-james-schmidt-recognized-honorary-alumnus-award (fb)