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Colleges of Distinction has named the University of Wisconsin-River Falls a College of Distinction for the 2026-2027 academic year. The designation is reserved for institutions whose dedication to the undergraduate experience speaks for itself. This award signifies a school’s adherence to what Colleges of Distinction calls its four distinctions: Engaged Students, Great Teaching, Vibrant ...read more

Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) Secretary and CEO John W. Miller visited the University of Wisconsin-River Falls Tuesday, where he had an opportunity to learn about academic programs and industry collaboration and to meet with a number of regional economic and business leaders.  Miller received a tour of UWRF's new Science and Technology Innovation Center, which opened for ...read more

The University of Wisconsin-River Falls 2026 Economic Impact Study shows that, by a conservative estimate, UWRF generates approximately $295 million in annual economic output for Pierce and St. Croix counties, accounting for 19% of the region’s gross domestic product.  “The surrounding community and its members contribute immeasurably to the success of UW-River Falls and our students,” said ...read more

Hudson sits on the St. Croix River where Wisconsin meets Minnesota, a river town within reach of the Twin Cities whose outfitters and recreation operators trade on the water, the trails and the seasons around them. Selling those trips and tours means marketing an experience, and marketing an experience means a constant need for visuals — for the guide, the social feed, the seasonal campaign, the ...read more