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Thank a Donor Day 2021

11/9/2021
Thank you for helping lighten the load for our students. Thanks for your support!

Foregrounding Student Strengths and Creative Bravery

11/8/2021
“Use Your Brain. Be Creative. Be Brave.” This phrase appears in all of Jennifer Dobby’s syllabi and speaks to the core of her award-winning teaching. Across her courses, Professor Dobby creates learning environments that are comfortable enough for students to “speak bravely, act bravely, and learn about themselves bravely.” This year, Carroll University celebrates Professor Dobby’s teaching by honoring her with the 2021 Norman and Louise Allhiser Award for Teaching Excellence.

Democratizing Political Science with Lilly Goren

9/17/2021
Dr. Lilly Goren, with her collaborator and podcast co-host Dr. Susan Liebell, has received a competitive grant from the American Political Science Association to fund a creative mashup of conference/podcast/workshop called Sounds of Political Violence.

Ethos Awards: 2021

9/3/2021
The CU ethos calls us to be our best selves. Each year we recognize three colleagues who model our ethos through integrity, stewardship, and respect. Read more about all three of our winners -- Steve (and his foster Sunny!), Amanda Schellinger, and Vanessa Perez-Topczewski.

Carroll Awarded National Science Foundation Grant

7/19/2021

Dr. Kareem Muhammad Named Dean of The College of Arts and Sciences

7/7/2021
Dr. Kareem Muhammad Named Dean of The College of Arts and Sciences

Dr. Alexandra Sielaff Named MBA Director of Carroll University School of Business

7/2/2021
Dr. Alexandra Sielaff Named MBA Director of Carroll University School of Business

Thank you, donors!

6/16/2021
Hear from alumni donors on why they choose to make a difference as students share why they are grateful for the generosity. Consider a gift before the end of the fiscal year in contributing to the transformative Carroll experience. Learn more at carrollu.edu/give. Thank you!

Advisor of the Year: Chris George

5/12/2021
Many of us know Chris as an unassuming tech guru who shows up in our offices to quickly and quietly set up our new devices. Those same characteristics – his humility, efficiency, friendliness, and thoroughness – have earned him the top spot as the 2021 Advisor of the Year.

Do Not Take My Breath Away

5/4/2021
Rather than leaning into the biases, racism, and micro-aggressions that would otherwise divide us, a liberal arts education helps us recognize how diversity encourages empathy that unites us.

Moving Beyond the Comfort Zone: Mentoring Honors Students

5/4/2021
Last year, students taking the Honors course History 225: Medieval Europe, China, and the Islamic Crescent experienced the empowerment that comes from guiding their own learning: they decided what was important to talk about, led discussions themselves, and had ample class time for lively, engaging interactions. Why? Because their instructor believed in them.

On Reserve: A Series by Julie VonDerVellen

4/22/2021
Julie VonDerVellen transforms recycled library books into nostalgic art

Trust & Technology: Celebrate Carroll Goes Virtual

4/13/2021
The pandemic required students and faculty to quickly find new ways to learn and collaborate, and to discover new ways of using familiar technologies. Only weeks into our first lockdown, Celebrate Carroll 2020 went virtual using Canvas as a platform, giving students and faculty the chance to experiment while deepening their learning...and their trust in each other.

Dr. Pamela Pinahs-Schultz is a Mighty Mentor

4/6/2021
Dr. Pamela Pinahs-Schultz honored by the Higher Learning Commission for exceptional mentorship.

Personalizing Feedback Using Video

3/11/2021
Looking for more interactive ways to provide feedback in online courses, Dr. Julio Rivera experimented with leaving video comments for students using Canvas’s SpeedGrader feature.

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Carroll Announces New Sport Performance Institute

3/9/2021
Carroll University is announcing its new Sport Performance Institute, a partnership between the College of Health Sciences faculty and students and the university’s athletic programs. The Carroll University Sport Performance Institute (CUSPI) will also extend its reach to serve the surrounding community.

Carroll announces master's in Behavioral Health

3/5/2021
Carroll University is helping to address the severe shortage of mental health professionals by offering a new Master of Science in Behavioral Health Psychology degree for fall 2021.

Teaching Decision-Making Using Mindmeister and Lucidchart

2/26/2021
Knowing that her psychologically exhausted students needed a break from screen-based group work in a fully online MBA course, Katie McCarthy was eager to find a way to reinforce their learning without wearing them out.

Memorial Service for Kelly Raether and Jim LaRosa set

2/11/2021
Carroll University plans to honor the legacy of two nursing faculty members lost in recent months, Prof. Kelly Lynn Raether, MSN and Dr. James Joseph LaRosa DNP, RN. The campus and community are invited to attend this live-streamed event on Wednesday, Feb. 24 at 4:30 p.m. The memorial ceremony will be lead by Carroll University Chaplain the Rev. Elizabeth McCord.

Encouraging Interactivity Across Modalities with Padlet

2/5/2021
Promoting interactivity is key to the active learning classroom. In Dr. Rebecca Imes’ Communication courses, this has typically meant asking students to participate in hands-on activities that literally get them out of their seats to engage their peers’ ideas. Yet with physical distancing Imes sought an alternative.

For the Education Program, it was a Perfect Storm

12/21/2020
A new school, a rebuilt home and a new dean: for the education program and Carroll’s strategic plan, it was a perfect storm

VPA Overcomes COVID-19 Challenges

12/16/2020
For the Visual and Performing Arts, the Very Foundation of Artistic Expression Has Been Transformed by COVID-19.

Spanish Class Publishes Annual Magazine

12/16/2020
El Coloso is an annual Spanish language magazine with a variety of articles spanning local, national and international issues in the Hispanic world. All articles are researched and written by students in a spring journalism course taught by Dr. Elena De Costa, who also serves as the editor of the magazine.

Dr. Kathy Kramer Named Dean of the School of Education and Human Services

12/16/2020
Dr. Kathy Kramer has been named the founding dean of the School of Education and Human Services at Carroll University. Dr Kramer, who has three decades of teaching experience, previously served as interim dean of the school from July to December 2020.

Dr. Katie McCarthy Finds Her Dream Job at School of Business

12/13/2020
Dr. Katie McCarthy didn’t expect to join The Carroll University School of Business—but it’s difficult to turn down your dream job.

Athletics Calls An Audible

12/12/2020
When the CCIW announced in late July that fall sports competitions at its member campuses were postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it might have seemed the Carroll athletic program would simply shut down for the fall semester.

‘All Can See’ the Benefits of Learning Capture

12/11/2020
Panopto and learning capture are two words firmly in the Carroll University lexicon. Panopto is actually a derivative of two Greek words: “pan” which means all, and “opto” which means see. Put together, you have: “All can see.”

Carroll Partners with Waukesha District on Computer Coding

12/10/2020
Carroll University and the School District of Waukesha kicked off a new partnership during Computer Science Education Week (Dec. 7-13) to rev up student interest in computer coding at the grade-school level.

#GivingTuesday Efforts Raise More Than $100,000

12/7/2020
Carroll University donors generously donated more than $100,000 to help support student scholarships and the Carroll Fund as part of the 2020 #GivingTuesday campaign.

Data Analytics Bootcamp advocates lifelong learning

12/5/2020
A key to Carroll’s own mission is lifelong learning and John Gnadinger, founding director of the university’s Analytics and Business Intelligence Consortium, has brought that to its core with the creation of a Data Analytics Bootcamp.

A Conversation with President Gnadinger

12/4/2020
To give you a better glimpse into how decisions regarding COVID were made, and an update on the state of Carroll University, we sat down for a conversation with Carroll University President Dr. Cindy Gnadinger.

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Year Two of Pioneer Driven

12/3/2020
Our strategic plan builds upon our past success and positions Carroll for continued growth and innovation. The plan sets an ambitious agenda in four main areas: enhancing teaching and learning; enriching the Carroll experience; building and leveraging partnerships; and growing strategically, with annual objectives in each. Here's how we're doing through year two.

Carroll Faculty, Students Provide COVID Testing

11/24/2020
At a time when COVID-19 cases are skyrocketing and testing is scarce, Carroll University faculty and health sciences students have stepped up to help the community.

Thank a Donor Day 2020

11/19/2020
2020 has been a challenge for all of us. Thank you for helping lighten the load for our students. Thanks for your support!

Dr. Muztoba Khan joins School of Business

11/9/2020
Dr. Muztoba Khan has joined the Carroll University School of Business as assistant professor of operations and supply chain management.

A Moment of Reflection before the Election

11/3/2020
Carroll University's chaplain and director of spiritual life, The Rev. Elizabeth McCord, organized an interfaith prayer service on Tuesday, Nov. 3, to encourage all members of the Carroll community to pause in prayer and reflection prior to the election.

Carey Suneja, Abby Markwyn and Sue Lewis

Faculty Inspire Deeper Engagement With Persuall

11/2/2020
Three faculty experiment with a social e-reader app to promote cooperative learning and student engagement.

Goren Interviewed on BBC Program

10/30/2020
Political science professor Lilly Goren appeared on the internationally-broadcast BBC World Service's Newsday program on October 29.

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Idea Lab Launches New Programs for Business Leaders

10/27/2020
Carroll University is celebrating its recently opened Idea Lab with a new slate of programs for regional business leaders

Carroll to honor veterans

10/23/2020
In celebration of Veterans Day, Carroll will offer special perks for veterans in honor of their service.

Pact Allows Carroll Students to Earn Platteville Degrees Online

10/21/2020
A new agreement between Carroll University and the University of Wisconsin-Platteville will allow southeast Wisconsin students to earn Bachelor of Science degrees in mechanical and electrical engineering without ever leaving home. Carroll students will complete UW-Platteville engineering courses in an online format along with hands-on labs through UW-Platteville Engineering Partnerships (UW-PEP).

Theatre Program produces multimedia, world premiere of ROMEO+JULIET

10/12/2020
This Fall, the Carroll University Theatre Program and Carroll Players, under the Direction of Professor Jennifer Dobby, will premiere a multimedia musical experience, ROMEO + JULIET (A COVER).

Carroll Hosts an Evening of Civil Political Discussion

10/7/2020
Carroll University students turned out to discuss “Making Change Through Civil Politics in Polarizing Times,” during a special event featuring Wisconsin State Assembly members Rep. Scott Allen (R-Waukesha) and Rep. Kalan Haywood (D-Milwaukee).

Wynn named VP for Marketing and Communications

10/1/2020
Carroll University has named Tiffany Wynn as its new vice president for marketing and communications.

Split Commencement Eyed for 2021

9/17/2020
Carroll University Provost Dr. Mark Blegen has announced plans to split the traditional spring commencement ceremony over two days in May, 2021.

Carroll University zooms up U.S. News & World Report ranking list

9/15/2020
Year after year, Carroll University appears on numerous lists of the best colleges and universities in the country. For U.S. News & World Report’s 2021 annual college rankings, Carroll University advanced 16 spaces to No. 28 in Best Value Schools, and shot up 27 spaces to #39 on Best Regional Universities Midwest.

OIT Helps Turn Classrooms Into Mini Production Studios

9/4/2020
In late June, the Office of Information Technology (OIT) set out to equip every classroom with the ability to record and live-cast classes through a learning-capture system.

Fall 2020 Virtual Art Gallery Show

9/1/2020
View the virtual art show "Form and Flowers" featuring new work by Pete Loose and Paul Moran.

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2020 Ethos Award Winners Announced

8/20/2020
Carroll University recognized three outstanding employees as this year’s recipients of the 2020 Ethos Awards.

Professors present virtual seminar for InBody USA

8/20/2020
Carroll professors Jessica M. Brown, Ph.D, and Daniel Shackelford, Ph.D, were asked to present a virtual webinar for InBody USA, a world leader in creating body composition technology.

Thank You, Donors!

8/3/2020
As we reflect on our past fiscal year, we thank you for your financial support investing in our campus and our talented students. Every gift makes a difference—thank you!

Carroll strengthens diversity, equity, inclusion efforts on campus

8/2/2020
President Cindy Gnadinger’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion for the campus community has rapidly grown initiatives since she took over leadership of the university in 2017 while also energizing DEI efforts already in place at Carroll.

Carroll University Community Health Services building exterior

Carroll, Waukesha Free Clinic Celebrate Partnership with Facility Ribbon Cutting

7/31/2020
Carroll University and Waukesha Free Clinic supporters celebrated their partnership and the dedication of the Carroll University Health Services building on July 31.

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History Students Learn to Find and Tell Stories

7/29/2020
History is the recording and the telling of stories. And in Carroll’s history classes, students each year learn to find and tell those stories. They make history.

Horizontes en Carroll Publication Recognized

7/29/2020
Horizontes en Carroll, the student literary magazine of the Carroll University Pre-College Program, received the rank of Excellent in the 2019 National Council of Teachers in English (NCTE) Recognizing Excellence in Art and Literary Magazines (REALM) Program.

School of Business Accepted into Premier Global Business Management Organization

7/16/2020
The Carroll University School of Business has been granted membership by the EFMD, a globally recognized membership organization and accrediting body for business schools, business school programs and corporate universities. Carroll’s School of Business is the only institution of higher learning in Wisconsin to earn this distinction.

Vice President of Institutional Advancement Retires

7/2/2020
Vice President of Institutional Advancement Stephen Kuhn has retired after 11 Years of relationship building.

New School of Education and Human Services Announced

7/1/2020
Carroll University has announced the launch of a new School of Education and Human Services, effective July 1, 2020. Dr. Kathy Kramer has been named interim dean.

Brown, Shackelford Manuscript Honored as Paper of the Year

6/30/2020
A manuscript by Carroll professors Jessica M. Brown, Ph.D., and Daniel Shackelford, Ph.D., has been recognized as Paper of the Year by the Translational Journal of the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM). “Evaluation of an Exercise-Based Phase Program as Part of a Standard Care Model for Cancer Survivors,” was published in 2019.

Interview with School of Business Dean Hamid Akbari

6/22/2020
Dr. Hamid Akbari joined Carroll as the dean of the School of Business in January 2020. We asked him to discuss his first impressions of Carroll, and his plans for the new school under his leadership.

Shelter Dog Training Course 'Graduates' First Class

6/18/2020
Pioneer pups ace finals and head to their forever homes.

Shaping Success

6/11/2020
Ceramics instructor Michael Imes had a big challenge transitioning to remote delivery of his classes.

President Gnadinger Honored as a 2020 Woman of Influence

6/10/2020
Carroll University President Cindy Gnadinger has been named one of the Milwaukee Business Journal’s 2020 Women of Influence winners. The list includes prominent business and community leaders from throughout southeastern Wisconsin.

Alumna Helps Bring Japan to Students

6/10/2020
Prof. Dan Becker's cross-cultural experience trip was grounded by the COVID-19 pandemic, but he still wanted to a meaningful cultural education to his students, from his own home to theirs. Alumna Marissa Garetto '17 stepped up to help.

Carroll's Pandemic Response

6/4/2020
A summary of the first few months of the COVID-19 pandemic and Carroll University's response.

Two Alumnae Learn Virtual Teaching Together

6/3/2020
This spring, two Carroll alumnae were quickly launched into the era of virtual teaching. Maria Franke '20, and Sydney Kennedy ’14, ’18, were supposed to work side by side this with second-grade special education students, but that experience was cut short in March by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Victoria Dowling named Vice President of Institutional Advancement

6/2/2020
Carroll University has named Victoria Dowling as its Vice President of Institutional Advancement. Dowling is currently the senior vice president at McKendree University, in Lebanon, Illinois. She will assume her role at Carroll on Aug. 3.

An Open Letter From President Gnadinger

6/1/2020
We are saddened and angered by George Floyd’s senseless and violent death after being detained by Minneapolis police. Mr. Floyd’s murder is another heartbreaking and demoralizing example of how systemic racism and violence shatter lives in our nation. Such racism and violence are unacceptable.

Not Just a ‘Sew Sew’ Quarantine Project

5/22/2020
Susan Hornung, assistant director for the Campus Center, decided to sew face masks during the Safer at Home order.

Faculty, Staff and Alumni Share Well Wishes with 2020 Grads

5/13/2020
Professors expressed their pride at being part of their students’ amazing Carroll journey and assured them great things were just around the corner. Alumni young and old welcomed class members into the family and encouraged grads to stay in touch with each other and the university. There were even virtual “knucks” as one staffer offered up a fist bump to the camera.

‘New Nurse Heroes’ Celebrated During Nursing Month

5/7/2020
Nursing students from the Class of 2020 recently got a huge surprise when Carroll University nursing faculty delivered yard signs to them homes hailing them as “New Nurse Heroes.”

A Digital Dance

5/7/2020
When classes moved online, theatre arts professor James Zager faced a new challenge, how to teach his theatre dance class virtually.

2020 Almost Done Pioneer Run/Walk Shows Carroll Spirit

5/5/2020
Nothing could stop the Almost Done Pioneer Run/Walk as faculty and students came together for a virtual, stress-busting event. This year, due to the pandemic, people were asked to choose their own route and to snap photos or video to share. Many were joined by family members, roommates and furry friends during their quest.

Planning a Virtual Commencement

5/4/2020
When Carroll moved the rest of the spring semester online and announced a virtual commencement due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Kendra Zimdars' job changed.

Dr. Kretchmar Receives Richason Faculty Award

4/30/2020
Dr. Kerry Kretchmar, associate professor of education, is being honored with the Benjamin F. Richason Jr. Faculty Award. This is a memorial award established in honor of Professor Ben Richason and requires recipients to demonstrate excellence in teaching, research and educational innovation.

A #SaferAtHome Update from Gert!

4/30/2020
If there is one thing we're missing most on campus, it's hugs from Gert, our campus grandma and MDR namesake.

Dr. Hanson Receives Allhiser Award for Teaching Excellence

4/30/2020
Dr. Susan Hanson, distinguished lecturer in health and medicine, has been named the recipient of this year's Norman and Louise Allhiser Award for Teaching Excellence.

Dr. Lahner, Dr. Lewis Named Outstanding Faculty Advisors

4/30/2020
Dr. Jessica Lahner, lecturer of psychology, and Dr. Sue Lewis, professor of biology, both have been selected for the Outstanding Faculty Advisor award. This is the second year the award has been presented.

Imes Receives Award for Excellence in Adjunct Teaching

4/30/2020
Michael Imes has been named the recipient of the College of Arts and Sciences Award for Excellence in Adjunct Teaching. The award recognizes part-time faculty members who have demonstrated a high level of effectiveness as an instructor in Carroll arts and sciences courses.

Office of Information Technology Team Draws Praise

4/29/2020
The entire Office of Information Technology team put in many hours and used every ounce of expertise at their disposal to ensure Carroll students, faculty and staff could complete the spring semester on time.

Carroll-hosted Clinic Draws Record Attendance, High Rating

4/23/2020
The annual National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) Wisconsin State Clinic, held at Carroll since 2011, drew nearly 400 attendees.

Carroll University is Here for You

4/22/2020
In these times of uncertainty remember the memories we've built. And prepare for the memories we'll make when we're together again.

Send Well Wishes to International Students

4/21/2020
The Office of Global Education is asking the Pioneer family to take a moment to brighten the day of international students still living at Carroll with an email of support and comfort.

Pioneer Pete mascot and Coach Paul Combs

Coach Combs Featured in "Read with Me" series

4/16/2020
SHARP Literacy's Read With Me series recently featured Carroll's own Head Men's Basketball Coach Paul Combs and Pio Pete.

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Thinking 'Inside the Box' for Physics Lab

4/3/2020
COVID-19 has changed everyday life, from travel to grocery shopping to the way we work. And it definitely has changed how faculty is able to interact with students. Learn how Tate Wilson, senior lecturer in physics, has adjusted.

Carroll Hosts Waukesha Colleges Science and Engineering Fair

2/24/2020
Carroll University College of Arts and Sciences was proud to support the Waukesha Colleges Science and Engineering Fair on February 22, 2020.

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For Christ and Learning

1/21/2020
The Rev. Elizabeth McCord pauses to reflect on the on the wisdom of memories.

Office Hours: James Grimshaw

1/14/2020
We visit the workspace of James Grimshaw, associate professor of religious studies.

Marching Toward the Future

1/7/2020
2019 was a year of growth for the Carroll University Pride of the Pioneeers marching band, and with that growth comes change and a little bit of risk.

Professor Emeritus Settle Passes Away

1/6/2020
A professor emeritus of communication at Carroll, Dr. Pete Settle passed away Oct. 3 following a brief illness.

Schulist Named Athletic Director

12/22/2019
Following a productive four-month stint as interim athletic director, Michael Schulist was named Carroll's Director of Intercollegiate Athletics on Dec. 16, 2019.

School of Business Names New Dean at Carroll University

12/20/2019
Carroll University has named Hamid Akbari, Ph.D., as its dean of the School of Business. He will begin his role Jan. 27.

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Carroll Career Closet Effort Announced

12/16/2019
Carroll University will host a "Career Closet" leading up to the 29th Annual Workforce Fair. The pop-up clothing shop will provide free interview attire for students to have for any job or internship interview, as well as other career fairs. Students may "shop" for for their interview clothes the week of Feb. 10-14, 2020.

Chief Technology Officer Named

12/10/2019
Carroll University has named Mohammad Samarah, Ph.D., as its chief technology officer. Samarah, who has almost three decades of experience, will begin his role Jan. 6.

Spindt named PA of the Year

11/13/2019
The Wisconsin Academy of Physician Assistants (WAPA) named A. Miranda Spindt, Carroll University clinical assistant professor and clinical coordinator of Physician Assistant Studies, its PA of the Year at the 2019 Great Midwestern Medical Conference in October.