STEVENS POINT, WI (WSAU) — A day has been dedicated to honoring a retiring chancellor.
Stevens Point Mayor Mike Wiza has declared December 8th as Bernie Patterson Day in Point. The day is to recognize Patterson’s decade of service as the Chancellor of the University of Wisconsin Stevens Point. Patterson will be retiring from the position in early January.
Mayor Wiza said of Patterson, “He introduced a vision to become a new kind of public university, more responsible to local needs and more relevant to solving regional problems. Patterson built relationships with numerous businesses, creating internships and job opportunities for students and a professional talent pipeline for the state and region’s employers.”
“Bernie has become an icon in our community, a familiar face who was always promoting UWSP and the City. He is a friend to many, and we’ll miss him dearly.”
Residents are encouraged to wear purple and gold or Pointer apparel on Tuesday in honor of Bernie Patterson Day. It is also suggested that individuals and businesses consider changing business marquees/signs to congratulate the Chancellor on his retirement, naming an entrée, beverage, or soup after the 14th Chancellor, or making a donation in Chancellor Patterson’s honor.
The cupola atop Old Main at UW-Stevens Point, which was refurbished during Patterson’s tenure, will be lit in purple Tuesday night.
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