Celebrating Maggie Beeber
Celebrate Maggie Beeber’s Career in Education
For thousands of future educators, Maggie Beeber has been a guiding star—a beacon of wisdom, compassion and unwavering support. Through every conversation, every piece of advice and every encouragement, Maggie has helped shape not only the careers of future teachers, but also the lives of young learners who benefit from the dedication and passion of those Maggie has mentored.
After 36 years of service advising future teachers at UW-Stevens Point, Maggie will retire in summer 2025.
A letter from Maggie
What a wonderful 36 years it has been here at UW-Stevens Point.
In looking back, working with so many fantastic students, faculty, staff, teachers and community members has meant so much to me. I have been blessed with the opportunity to work with a group of some of the hardest working students, staff and teachers in the state. Your passion for teaching and support for UWSP has inspired me throughout the years and will forever affect how I look at the world. I have bragged about you all whenever I have had the chance and that won’t stop when I retire. I remember when I first stepped on campus as a new freshman, and then again my first week in this position, and my first thought both times was, “I get to be part of something so big!” I still feel like that today.
Together, we have had some fantastic adventures: starting new licensing programs, advising Aspiring Educators (formerly Student Wisconsin Education Association) and changing our offerings to better accommodate working professionals. We have also dealt with some pretty big challenges: changes to teacher education, budget cuts, COVID and a teacher shortage. Education is one of those professions where change is a constant and I have great faith that the educators in this state, as well as UW-Stevens Point, will continue to be at the forefront of addressing the needs of these challenges.
I am so grateful for all of you who were a part of this journey and for the support of so many of you throughout the years.
We have already hired two new advisers who work with undergraduate and graduate students: Breanna Cychosz and Karla Landwer. This is their second year and they are amazing women. I know I leave this role in fantastic hands!
I will continue to work in my regular role until early next summer, so feel free to reach out if you need anything.
Sincerely,
Maggie Beeber
School of Education, UW-Stevens Point
Homecoming Celebration
Saturday, Oct. 5
It was a true Homecoming as family, alumni and former colleagues from the past 36 years came out to celebrate Maggie Beeber’s career at Homecoming! Together, they shared memories and personally thanked Maggie for her impact on thousands of future teachers whom she advised at UW-Stevens Point.
“I appreciate Maggie every day I teach my students. I couldn’t have done it without your wonderful help and your patience. Thank you!”
Jeanne VerHagen
— Class of 2017
“Maggie once said to me, “You know, you are quite remarkable.” No one had ever said that to me before, it made me feel like I was on the right path and inspired me to do more than I thought possible.”
Tammie Alekna
— Class of 2013
“Maggie is a gift, asset and strong supporter of high quality teacher preparation at UWSP and education in Wisconsin.”
Patty Caro
— Professor Emeritus
“As a 2005 graduate and former STWEA president, Maggie taught me many leadership skills that I’m forever grateful for. She has made an impact on the lives of so many!”
Amanda Froom Hendricksen
— Class of 2005
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36 Years
School of Education Advising
25,000
Future Teachers Impacted
Maggie Beeber Future Educators Scholarship
This scholarship was created to honor the exceptional career of Maggie Beeber who served as the UWSP School of Education undergraduate advising coordinator and teacher certification officer. Maggie worked at UWSP from 1989-2025. She was the adviser for Aspiring Educators for 28 years (formerly known as the Student Wisconsin Education Association, WEA). During her career, Maggie helped over 25,000 students attain an education at UWSP. She is known for helping students see the magic others see in them that they might not recognize in themselves.
Maggie Beeber through the Years
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Continue the legacy of UWSP teacher education
In 1894, the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point began as the Stevens Point Normal School, whose primary purpose was to prepare future teachers. Today, the School of Education is the hub of teacher preparation programs at UWSP and we remain at the forefront of innovation in our field. Our undergraduate program is the home of elementary education – not only the largest, but also one of the most selective majors on campus. We also prepare future teachers who are majoring in special education, early childhood education, physical education or earning certification in K-12 and secondary education.
Return to your alma mater for another degree, or inspire the next generation of future teachers to join the Pointer family and continue Maggie Beeber’s ripple effect on education!