
Research

UWO to highlight statewide student research, innovation at two upcoming events
The scholarship, creativity and entrepreneurial spirit of students from across the UW System will shine the week of Aug. 6 as UW Oshkosh hosts the WiSys SPARK Symposium and the McNair Research Summit.

Biology students use new FTIR spectrometer to study microplastics at ERIC lab
New technology at a UWO lab is allowing students to study microplastics in fish and mussels, giving insight as to what impact the materials might have on the environment and ecosystem.

UWO research team aims to create app to help students with impaired vision navigate campus
A project made possible with a WiSys Ignite funding begins this summer at UWO to create a smartphone app to help students with visual disabilities navigate campus and its buildings. The app also allows curriculum development and modification keeping blind students in mind.

Sustainability Summit gathers insights from more than 80 UW Oshkosh faculty and staff
Actionable goals are set for the next academic year following a Sustainability Summit attended by more than 80 faculty, staff and several students at UW Oshkosh.

UWO Whitburn Center student interns take lead role in Oshkosh transportation survey
Four Whitburn Center interns surveyed K-12 students and parents in Oshkosh and compiled data on the impact of a pilot program that provided free GO Transit bus rides the past three years.

UWO student work recognized at annual Celebration of Scholarship and Creative Activity
Undergraduate and graduate students alike were recognized for their research, scholarship and creative efforts during the 30th annual UW Oshkosh Celebration of Scholarship and Creative Activity event on April 27.

UWO anthropologist assists authorities in identifying human remains
UW Oshkosh anthropology professor Jordan Karsten has a record of helping law enforcement identify human remains.

UWO’s 30th Celebration of Scholarship and Creative Activity set for April 27
UW Oshkosh students are set to present 110 different research and artistic projects at the Celebration of Scholarship and Creative Activity on Thursday, April 27. To celebrate the 30th anniversary, graduate nursing students will be presenting their research for the first time.

UWO students give presentations at the National Council for Black Studies Conference
Six undergraduate scholars with UW Oshkosh’s African American Studies Program traveled to the University of Florida in Gainesville to present their research at the 47th Annual National Council for Black Studies Conference March 22-25.

Research road trip: UWO students present study findings, creative works at state capitol
Seven seniors from the UW Oshkosh hit the road Wednesday with their faculty mentors to share research findings on a variety of topics with legislators, state leaders and alumni in Wisconsin’s Capitol Rotunda.