University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point Athletics

Did you know that Wisconsin: -Is the nation's third leading producer of potatoes and first east of the Mississippi. Wisconsin also leads the nation in the production of green beans, beets for canning and cabbage for kraut; we rank second in the nation in the production of carrots and third in the production of sweet corn, peas and cucumbers for pickles.
-Ranks second in the nation in the total production of eight major processing vegetables in terms of acreage, production and farm gate value.
-Contribute $6.4 billion in economic activity through its specialty crop production and processing industry.
-Generates nearly 35,000 jobs related to the potato and vegetable industry.
 

Spud Bowl

Scholarships

Saturday, Sept. 6, 2025 vs. Albion 1:00 p.m. Kickoff For 39 years, the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, in conjunction with over 50 local businesses, has celebrated the Central Wisconsin agriculture industry by raising awareness about the importance of agriculture locally and funding scholarships for students from the area. Spud Hunt will start when gates open at noon. Find a golden wrapped potato and bring it to the Spud Tent to receive a prize, including gift cards to local businesses.

Any UW-Stevens Point student living within the Stevens Point service region, with an agriculture or farming background is eligible.  Each year, five scholarships of $1,200 are awarded to qualifying students. Visit the UWSP Office of Financial Aid and Veteran Services Scholarships Page to learn more and submit your application.   UWSP’s website for scholarships: https://www3.uwsp.edu/finaid/Pages/scholarships.aspx