Tag: scholarships

Hailey Akers- A New Perspective

After completing my first year at UW-Madison I have taken a new perspective on the value of education. Education not only is obtained through the classroom, but it also obtained through experience.

Jennifer Sanchez- Desire to Help Others

Originally from Brooklyn, NY and most recently from Wellington, FL I moved to Wisconsin to pursue a doctoral degree in Rehabilitation Psychology. Being a single mother of 2 children, my decision affected more than just my life. My children could not be more supportive.

Alexandra Miller- Connecting the Dots

Like many first year students, my journey was full of uncertainties and even discomfort as I navigated the large UW campus and all of its offerings. Taking leadership roles within student groups and finding the close-knit geography department helped me create my own “space” within the large UW community.

Catherine Kuzmicki- An Incredible View

I am inspired by my peers. Everyone at Madison is extremely goal-oriented. It’s hard not to motivate yourself when you see everyone else around you doing it.