Professional Staff
Jim Mead
Director of UWW-TV
Years at UWW: 21
Hometown: Burlington, Wisconsin
Favorite Quote: “No man is a failure who has friends.” Clarence Odbody, It’s a Wonderful Life (1946)
About Jim: Many creative examples I continue to incorporate into class lectures and labs are inspired by my early youth when I used to write short stories and create “television shows” with Fisher Price characters and play sets.
Joe Mabie
Video Production Manager
Years at UWW: 4
Hometown: Monona, Wisconsin
Favorite Quote: “Always go to other people’s funerals; otherwise, they won’t come to yours.” -Yogi Berra
About Joe: When not on campus, I’m likely searching out the area’s best cheeseburger, or I’m at a sporting event of any kind. I like to be as active as possible, whether that is golfing (both traditional and disc) in the summertime or curling in the wintertime.
Student Staff
Molly DeNucci
Student Supervisor, Marketing & Social Media
Year: Senior
Major: Broadcast/Print/Web Journalism
Minor: Electronic Media
Hometown: Cumberland, Wisconsin
Favorite Quote: “You were born to be an original, so do not die a duplicate.” – Sadie Robertson-Huff
About Molly: I started at UWW-TV the spring of 2025. I have been apart of creating the website, producing Social Media content, and programming. When I am not working at the station, you will find me at the ballpark. After college I hope to work in Major League Baseball. My other hobbies include shopping with family and friends, going to country concerts, and traveling.
Anna Dregne
Student Production Assistant, Sports Programming
Year: Senior
Major: Broadcast/Print/Web Journalism
Minor: Health Promotion
Hometown: Westby, Wisconsin
Favorite Quote: “I do not and will not fear tomorrow because I feel as though today has been enough.” – Zach Bryan
About Anna: I love sports, the outdoors, and going to concerts. In the future, I hope to work somewhere in the sports media world.
Chris Flynn
Student Producer, Sports Programming
Year: Junior
Major: Broadcast/Print/Web Journalism
Minor: Electronic Media
Hometown: Beloit, Wisconsin
Favorite Quote: “It’s hard to beat a person who never gives up” – Babe Ruth
About Chris: My career goal out of college is to be a play-by-play broadcaster, starting somewhere hopefully in Minor League Baseball. When I am not working, I am either watching sports, gaming, or enjoying nature with a nice walk.
Eydie Furnett
Student Producer, Corporate & Entertainment
Year: Senior
Major: Broadcast/Print/Web Journalism
Minor: Expressive Arts
Hometown: Kenosha, Wisconsin
Favorite Quote: “I don’t wanna read a story. I wanna watch a story.” – Meatwad (Aqua Teen Hunger Force).
About Eydie: Hello! I am a journalism major who previously co-anchored Whitewater Wind-down. This upcoming semester, I plan to anchor for Wake-Up Whitewater, while writing scripts and assisting in event and sports coverage. I also work as a Video Production Assistant for the University Center! I enjoy petting dogs, playing with slime, and drawing in my spare time.
Ryan Halada
Student Producer, Sports & Operations
Year: Junior
Major: Broadcast/Print/Web Journalism
Minor: Electronic Media
Hometown: Kimberly, Wisconsin
Favorite Quote: “The harder you work, the harder it is to surrender.” – Vince Lombardi
About Ryan: I hope to be somewhere in sports media. Some hobbies of mine are cooking, lifting, watching sports, playing video games, being outdoors, and traveling. My favorite sport to follow is baseball, but I also love football and basketball.
Lewis Lea
Student Producer Assistant, Live Events & Entertainment
Year: Senior
Major: Film Studies
Hometown: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Favorite Quote: “Trust is built through actions, not words.” – Chris Redfield
About Lewis: Lewis is a new member of the UWW TV crew. He is excited to not only learn how to produce and learn how to work with cameras and set up, but also to work with the staff. He hopes to use what he learns from UWW TV to help with his future career goal of working in film.
Bree Loushine
Student Supervisor, Live Events Programming & Operations
Year: Junior
Major: Occupational Safety and Health – BS
Minor: Electronic Media
Hometown: Monona, Wisconsin
Favorite Quote: “Safety and health for all.” – Salus Et Sanitas Omnibus
About Bree: Hi, my name is Bree! I love working at UWWTV; the staff is incredible, and I enjoy being part of all the live sporting events. I have always been passionate about electronic media and hope to continue utilizing audiovisual tools in my future role as a safety professional.
Kaitlyn Mancusi
Student Production Assistant, Sports Programming & LIVE Events
Year: Sophomore
Major: Electronic Media
Hometown: Oregon, Wisconsin
Favorite Quote: “If you can’t change it, change the way you think about it.” – Maya Angelou
About Kaitlyn: I love reading, photography, hiking and playing pickle ball. I have a dog named Ellie. In the future, I hope to work in live TV in some way.
Gabe Sadoski
Student Supervisor, Sports Programming
Year: Senior
Major: Broadcast/Print/Web Journalism
Minor: Electronic Media
Hometown: Sun Prairie, Wisconsin
Favorite Quote: “The journey changes you; it should change you. It leaves marks on your memory, on your consciousness, on your heart, and your body. You take something with you. Hopefully, you leave something good behind.” – Anthony Bourdain
About Gabe: I am majoring in Journalism (BPW) with a minor in Electronic Media while pursuing a Sports Communications Certificate. I will be apart of the broadcast team for football this season as well. I hope to one day work in sports media covering basketball and/or football. In my free time, I love to listen to music, play video games, visit record stores, bake, and spend time with friends and family.
Jack Taczy
Student Production Assistant, Sports Programming
Year: Senior
Major: Electronic Media
Minor: General Business
Hometown: Fox River Grove, Illinois
Favorite Quote: “From success, you learn absolutely nothing. From failure and setbacks, conclusions can be drawn.” – Niki Lauda
About Jack: I want to play baseball in the future, or work behind the camera for sports games. Ive recently started trying to play golf.
John Venable
Student Production Assistant, Live Events &Entertainment
Year: Senior
Major: Film Studies
Hometown: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Favorite Quote: “Building the future and keeping the past alive are one and the same thing.” – Solid Snake (Metal Gear Solid)
About John: I love expanding my horizons and learning new things! I hope to produce stories that inspire.
Peyton Walz
Student Producer, News Studio Programming
