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Eau Claire, Wisconsin, is a city of over 65,000 people. It was founded in 1872 and is the largest community between Madison and the Twin Cities. Globe University-Eau Claire is the most recent addition to the higher education options that exist in the region. As a career-focused college, we complement the efforts of other schools.
An old river town remakes itself
Eau Claire began life as a lumber town and was site of many sawmills and log drives in the 19th century. When the trees were gone and the log drive had become a thing of the past, Eau Claire remade itself, first as an industrial town and later as an educational and medical center. It is also the county seat of Eau Claire County.
Reasons to go to school in Eau Claire
There are many reasons to attend school in Eau Claire. A few are listed here:
Outdoor recreation:
- Chippewa River for canoeing
- Well-established water-skiing and ski jumping clubs
- Outdoor city pool
- Bike trails
- The dells of the Eau Claire River
Cultural events and sites:
- Historic houses
- Chippewa Valley Museum
- Chippewa Valley Symphony
- Local jazz bands and other live music
- Theater events
Shopping:
- Malls
- Unique shops
- Garage sales
- Craft fairs
Internship/Externship opportunities
- Law firms
- Hospitals
- Clinics
- Veterinary practices and animal hospitals
Help getting settled in Eau Claire
If you plan to move to Eau Claire to attend college, you will find that rental housing is relatively inexpensive and plentiful. Student services staff can help you find a place to live. If you’re looking for a part-time job, the career services department can get you started. If you need other assistance getting settled in the area, just ask. We want you to be comfortable so you can focus on your studies.
Call us to learn more
Call Globe University-Eau Claire toll-free at 1-877-303-6060. Or contact admissions to learn more about being a student in the Chippewa Valley.