Colfax Schools
Colfax High School presents “Catch Me If You Can” March 25 – 27
By LeAnn R. Ralph COLFAX — This year’s production for the Colfax High School drama club will be “Catch Me If You Can” with performances on March 25, 26 and 27. “Catch Me If You Can” is based on the true story of Frank Abagnale Jr. After his parents were divorced when he was 16…
Read MoreColfax High School Solo/Ensemble results announced
Glenwood City High School hosted Solo & Ensemble Festival on Thursday, March 10th. Schools participating were: Spring Valley, Boyceville, Colfax, Plum City and Glenwood City. The primary purposes of WSMA festivals are to: • Establish standards of quality for music literature. • Motivate students to prepare and perform to the best of their abilities. •…
Read MoreLocal students selected to U of M Twin Cities Dean’s List
MINNEAPOLIS / ST. PAUL – The following students have been named to the 2021 fall semester Dean’s List at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities, the university announced today. To qualify for the Dean’s List, a student must complete 12 or more letter-graded credits while attaining a 3.66 grade point average. Colfax: Olivia Greenhow, Freshman,…
Read MoreMenomonie Optimists Honor Jasmine Best
Because of her outstanding contributions in the Colfax community, the Menomonie Optimist Club has honored Jasmine Best of Colfax High School as the March Youth of the Month. Jasmine Best is a member of Colfax High School’s National Honor Society, is a member of the Student Council, and the Letter Club. She has participated and…
Read MoreMore than 140 attend Wisconsin Farm Bureau’s FFA Farm Forum
WISCONSIN RAPIDS — More than 140 high school juniors from around Wisconsin attended Wisconsin Farm Bureau’s FFA Farm Forum in Wisconsin Rapids on Feb. 18. “FFA Farm Forum is a time for learning and leadership,” said WFBF President Kevin Krentz. “Thank you for being a part of FFA Farm Forum and for honing in on…
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Area students receive degrees from UW-River Falls
The following local residents were among 437 students receiving degrees from the University of Wisconsin-River Falls following commencement in December. Bachelor’s degrees were awarded to 395 undergraduates, while 42 students received master’s degrees. At graduation, four types of merit awards are recognized: Senior Merit – Graduating seniors who have maintained a 3.500 grade point for…
Read MoreLocal students graduate from UW-Stout
MENOMONIE, Wis. (January 31, 2022) – The following students from the area graduated in December 2021 from University of Wisconsin-Stout in Menomonie, Wis. UW-Stout, Wisconsin’s Polytechnic University, has 47 undergraduate majors and 24 graduate programs, including one doctoral degree. UW-Stout, established in 1891, prides itself on the success of its students in the workplace, with…
Read MoreLocal students graduate from UW-Eau Claire
The University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire awarded 678 degrees in December. Of the degrees awarded, 676 were received by students attending the Eau Claire campus and 2 were received by students attending UW-Eau Claire – Barron County. Local students who received degrees and their fields of study are: Colfax: Makayla Mattson, Arts and Sciences, Bachelor of…
Read MoreSand Creek Arts Scholarship
Sand Creek Arts will be offering one $1500 scholarship ($750 each semester of the freshman year) for a 2022 graduating high school senior. The focus of Sand Creek Arts is to promote the arts, recreation, and theater in the Sand Creek, Wisconsin community. The goal of this scholarship is to help its recipients toward reaching…
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