Discover the Polytechnic Advantage
Join us for an exclusive day designed to give you a firsthand look at the University of Wisconsin-Stout, Wisconsin's Polytechnic University. Discover the unique advantages of our career-focused, technology-driven education and see how we do more on day one, preparing industry-ready students. This event offers a blend of informative sessions, engaging activities, and opportunities to connect with our faculty, staff, and current students. Don’t miss this chance to experience what makes UW-Stout a leader in applied learning.
Event Date: Friday, November 1, 2024
Location: Memorial Student Center, UW-Stout
Our Polytechnic Advantage
Applied Learning & Research + Business & Industry Collaboration + Career-Focused Experiences
Experience UW-Stout Through Hands-On Student Workshops & Sessions
Communication & Technology Workshop: Interactive Splash Photography & Video Production Studio Tour
Facilitators: Video Production Professors Keif Oss & Jonny Wheeler
Capture stunning splash photography using specialized lighting to freeze liquids in motion. Then head to our advanced video/photo editing lab to refine your shots in Adobe Photoshop, guided by our expert instructors. When you're done, you'll have an edited high-resolution photo perfect for printing.
Afterward, experience UW-Stout's video production studios, featuring professional cinema cameras and lighting equipment. Discover our hands-on learning approach and cutting-edge technology firsthand.
Art & Design Workshop: Design and Print Your Own Custom UW-Stout T-Shirt
Facilitators: Professor Bryan Ritchie & Program Director Darren Tesar
Pick a design that matches your vibe and discover the process of relief printing. Select your design, ink it up, and press it onto fabric to create your custom t-shirt. The raised parts of the block form the printed image, making your shirt truly unique.
This hands-on workshop lets you craft a one-of-a-kind piece of wearable art while gaining insight into the craftsmanship and technique of relief printing.
Sessions Designed Specifically for Parents & Supporters
Downtown Menomonie Tour
Discover Downtown Menomonie to explore the community and businesses that form our commercial district. The heart of historic downtown Menomonie offers a lively atmosphere for commerce, culture, and entertainment. See what Menomonie has to offer students at UW-Stout, enhancing your university life with unique local experiences and opportunities.
Mabel Tainter Theater Tour
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Mabel Tainter Theater is a charter member of the League of Historic American Theatres and a designated Wisconsin Historical Marker Site. Experience the grandeur of this architectural gem, where history and the arts converge. From its stunning Victorian design to its rich cultural heritage, the Mabel Tainter offers a captivating venue for performances, community events, and educational programs, making every visit a step back in time and a celebration of the arts.
UW-Stout Campus Tour
Led by a current UW-Stout student, experience the UW-Stout campus tour, where you'll explore our vibrant learning environment, state-of-the-art facilities, and student life areas. Get a firsthand look at our unique academic programs and see why our campus is a place where innovation and community thrive.
View the Day's Agenda
9:15 a.m. | Refreshments & Registration Great Hall, Memorial Student Center | |
9:30 a.m. | Welcome & Overview Great Hall, Memorial Student Center | |
Schedule Splits | Students | Parents & Supporters |
9:45 – 10:00 a.m. | Icebreaker Activity Various Locations | Meet & Greet Introductions Great Hall, Memorial Student Center |
10:00 – 10:50 a.m. | UW-Stout Campus Tour Various Locations Around Campus | Admissions Overview & Student Panel Great Hall, Memorial Student Center |
11:00 – 11:30 a.m. | BINGO Menomin Lounge, Merle Price Commons | Lunch Commons Cafeteria, Merle Price Commons |
11:30 a.m. – Noon | Lunch Commons Cafeteria, Merle Price Commons | BINGO Menomin Lounge, Merle Price Commons |
12:10 – 1:00 p.m. | Activity Rotation 1* Various Locations | Select Your Activity (1 of 3 Options)* Various Locations |
1:10 – 2:00 p.m. | Activity Rotation 2* Various Locations | Select Your Activity (1 of 3 Options)* Various Locations |
Groups Reconvene | ||
2:10 – 2:30 p.m. | Wrap-up & Next Steps Great Hall, Memorial Student Center | |
2:30 – 4:00 p.m. | Optional: Assistance Completing Your Next Steps to Stout Great Hall, Memorial Student Center |