Lynn Binnie

Local Students Recognized by UW-Madison on Dean’s List

Editor’s note: The following press release was received from UW-Madison.

The University of Wisconsin-Madison has recognized students named to the Dean’s List for the fall semester of the 2023-2024 academic year.

Students who achieve at a high level academically are recognized by the dean at the close of each semester. To be eligible for the Dean’s List, students must complete a minimum of 12 graded degree credits in that semester. Each university school or college sets its own GPA requirements for students to be eligible to receive the distinction.

Whitewater, WI

 Jonathan Chan, College of Engineering, Dean’s Honor List
 Shawn Chan, College of Engineering, Dean’s Honor List
 Arno Crowley, Col of Agricultural & Life Sci, Dean’s List
 Colin Dugan, Col of Agricultural & Life Sci, Dean’s List
 Carson Ellenwood, College of Letters and Science, Dean’s List
 Reid Gunnink, School of Business, Dean’s List
 CC Liang, College of Letters and Science, Dean’s List
 Mohamed Mohamed, School of Pharmacy, Honor Roll
 Anna Riemer, School of Pharmacy, High Honor Roll
 Kendal Schreiber, College of Letters and Science, Dean’s List
 Daniel Soto, College of Engineering, Dean’s Honor List
 Kaden Tourdot, College of Letters and Science, Dean’s List
 Michael Zande, College of Engineering, Dean’s Honor List

WKOW: Local DoorDash Driver Chased by Cows

According to a report on WKOW, Payton Zech, a local DoorDash driver, encountered a herd of cows running towards his vehicle on Highway P. “I don’t know what to do in this situation,” he said as the cows trotted toward him. “I’m just gonna keep going backwards, I suppose.”

The video report may be viewed here. Click on the second image for the video.

Winter Storm Warning Fri. 6 a.m. – Sat. noon; 8-12″ of Snow Expected

By Lynn Binnie
Whitewater Banner volunteer staff
whitewaterbanner@gmail.com

The National Weather Service Milwaukee/Sullivan Weather Forecast Office (NWS) has issued a Winter Storm Warning beginning at 6 a.m. on Friday through noon on Saturday. They are projecting in the range of 8-12″ of snow in the Whitewater area. If that sounds familiar, it’s similar to the range that they had anticipated earlier this week, when we actually received approximately 3-4″. They indicate that lower than anticipated snow was related, among other things, to the warmer temperature. This time the temperature is expected to be lower, including the roads, and NWS claims that they tried to estimate conservatively.

Wind gusts on Friday and Saturday are expected to cause blowing/drifting snow. The Wisconsin State Patrol advises people to postpone their Friday and Saturday travels as another winter storm and low temperatures roll through the state. Trooper Wameng Van said people should limit their traveling if possible on Friday and Saturday during an expected winter snowstorm. ”If you can postpone it, I would advise to do so,” he said. ”With single and sub-zero temperatures, you think about frostbite; just within 30 minutes or so, frostbite can start kicking in already. You want to try to avoid that.”

Wind Chill Advisories may be issued next week, as the wind chill on Sunday and Monday may fall to -30F.

WHS Student Chosen to Attend WI Leadership Seminar


Editor’s note: The following announcement was received from Pamela Sonmor-Wintz, WHS counselor.

Akamion McHenry has been chosen by the faculty at Whitewater High School to attend the Wisconsin Leadership Seminar at Carroll University in Waukesha June 14-16, 2024!

Akamion will participate in team-building activities, hear motivational speakers, and participate in small group discussions designed to develop additional leadership skills in sophomores across the state of Wisconsin.  Congratulations Akamion!!

UW-W Administration Changes Announced

Editor’s note: The following announcement was posted on January 4.

Sara Deschner Named Associate Vice Chancellor and Chief Information Officer named

Campus community,

I am pleased to announce that Sara Deschner has been named Associate Vice Chancellor and Chief Information Officer. Sara has been part of the UW-Whitewater community for 17 years, serving in several roles, including Assistant Director in ICIT, lecturer and Assistant Dean in the College of Business and Economics.  

As the Interim CIO and leader of our IT Services Department since April 2023, Sara has begun working to reimagine the information technology capabilities and support services for the Whitewater and Rock campuses. Her proven leadership experience — along with the collaborative efforts she has already set in motion — make me confident that she is the best choice for our campuses.

Sara officially began her new role on December 31, 2023.   

I would like to thank Paul Waelchli, Library Director, for leading the search, along with the members of the search and screen committee for their dedicated time and commitment to successfully recruiting and reviewing the candidates. 

Brenda Jones
Vice Chancellor for Finance and Administrative Affairs 

Editor’s note: The following announcement was posted at UW-W on December 26.

Artanya Wesley Departs for University of Tennesee at Chattanooga

Today it was announced that Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs Artanya Wesley was named the next vice chancellor of enrollment management and student affairs at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. Please join me in congratulating Dr. Wesley.

During her tenure on campus, Dr. Wesley has led with her heart. She is a servant leader whose passion is to ensure all students — in particular those that came from humble communities as she did — see their potential and believe in themselves.

Wesley joined the university in July 2016 as dean of students. She was appointed vice chancellor of student affairs in April of 2020, having served in the role as interim since July 2019.

She previously served in various student affairs leadership roles at the Universities of Wisconsin and UW-Platteville. Her professional experience includes presentations at the local and national level on topics ranging from university housing to Title IX to student recruitment and retention.

The Universities of Wisconsin System honored Dr. Wesley with the Outstanding Woman of Color award twice — in 2009 and 2019.

She earned a Ph.D. in educational psychology from Capella University and two degrees from UW-Platteville: Master of Science in Education in Counselor Education and Bachelor of Science in Psychology.

Dr. Wesley’s last day on campus will be Jan. 5, 2024. Please know I have meetings arranged with Student Affairs leadership and will name an interim leader by the end of January. We will ensure a thoughtful approach in a permanent hire for this role with a continued focus on student excellence.

Again, please join me in congratulating Dr. Wesley and thanking her for her strong leadership and dedicated service to UW-Whitewater. 

Sincerely,

Corey A. King
Chancellor

Local Student Recognized on St. Norbert College Dean’s List

The following student has been named to the 2023 fall semester dean’s list at St. Norbert College. A minimum 3.5 grade-point average is required for academic eligibility.

St. Norbert College – celebrating its 125th anniversary in 2023 – is known for its academic excellence, focus on international awareness, and leadership and service opportunities. The academic excellence and character-building qualities of the college are nationally recognized by U.S. News & World Report, Forbes, Princeton Review and others. 

The college is in the midst of the Support What Matters campaign, a $125 million fundraising initiative timed to align with the college’s 125th anniversary that focuses on preserving, enhancing and amplifying the things that make a St. Norbert education unique. Find more information at www.snc.edu.

HOMETOWN – Whitewater, Wis.

 Lauren Francl

Food Pantry Closed Wednesday

Editor’s note: The following announcement was submitted by Pat Chaput.

The Whitewater Community Food Pantry will be closed Wednesday, January 10 due to inclement weather. The pantry will be open Thursday at 8:30 a.m.


Obituary: Antoinette G. Czebotar, 75

Antoinette G. Czebotar, 75, of Whitewater, died on Thursday, December 14, 2023 at Alden Estates of Jefferson.

Antoinette was born on January 14, 1948 in Fort Atkinson, daughter of the late Nelson and Constance (Kupstas) Hake. She married William Czebotar on February 9, 1974 in Fort Atkinson. He preceded her in death on August 3, 1980.

Antoinette is survived by her brother, Richard Hake of Whitewater and her nephew, Brent Heffron of Fort Atkinson. She was also preceded in death by her sister, Margaret Heffron and her niece / adopted daughter, Christine Hake.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, January 15, 2024 at the Dunlap Memorial Home in Fort Atkinson. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. at the memorial home until the time of service. Burial will take place at a later date in Lakeview Cemetery.
www.DunlapMemorialHome.com

Obituary: Paul F. Kulinski, 86, of Genesee Depot

Paul F. Kulinski, 86, of Genesee Depot and previously of Crandon, WI passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 2, 2024.

Paul was born on January 11, 1937 in Green Bay, WI. He grew up in the Whitewater area and was a 1956 graduate of Whitewater High School. Paul had a few different jobs during his life; he spent the majority of his working career as a sales representative in the manufacturing industry retiring in 2003. He lived in the Whitewater area for most of his life and upon retirement moved to Crandon to enjoy the peace and beauty of Northern Wisconsin. Paul was blessed with four children, Lynette, Kathy, Ken and David. He was a loving dad and happiest spending time with his kids and grandkids. He had an outgoing personality and loved to laugh and joke. He enjoyed line dancing and being out on the lake and golf course with his kids. Paul was a good man and he will be sincerely missed by those he leaves behind.

He is survived by: his children, Lynette Petitte of Avalon, WI, Kathy (Steve) Peardon of Genesee Depot, WI, Ken (Carrie) Kulinski of Janesville, WI, and David Kulinski of Pewaukee, WI; his grandchildren, Jessica (Dave) Hefty of Janesville, WI, Daniel (Liz) Petitte of Pleasant Prairie, WI, Jon Peardon of Oconomowoc, WI, Megan Kulinski of Stoughton, WI, TJ Kulinski of Janesville, WI, and Kassandra Kulinski of Palmyra, WI; his great-grandchildren, Nathan, Gracen, Fletcher, Olivia, Owen and Ember; and his sister, Ginny Craven of Oak Creek, WI. He is also survived by a number of other relatives and friends.

A private family service will be held at a later date.

Gibson Family Funeral Homes of Eagle and Palmyra, WI is serving the family. To place an online condolence please visit gibsonfuneral.com

Christmas Tree Collection Extended Another Week Due to Weather Forecast

Previously it was announced that the final Christmas tree collection, without an appointment, would take place on Tuesday, January 9. Brian Neumeister, streets superintendent, told the Banner that, due to the weather forecast, it is uncertain as to whether the collection will be performed tomorrow. Due to this uncertainty a Christmas tree collection will be scheduled for Tuesday, January 16. After that date residents will need to call the Department of Public Works at 262-473-0560 before Tuesday at 5 a.m. to schedule a brush pickup.

Trees that have been flocked or contain wire will not be collected. Please place these trees for collection by John’s Disposal on the second Thursday of the month, your bulk pick up day.