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University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point eNewsletter | December 2024 | Issue 48

Sardar siblings

A home away from home

Anika Sardar traveled nearly 8,000 miles from her home in Bangladesh to explore educational opportunities in Stevens Point – from Pacelli Catholic High School to UWSP. In addition to discovering cheese curds, she also found her purpose for a competitive digital age.

A Very Merry Surprise

As the fall semester comes to a close, faculty and staff reflect on the students in their lives and the things that make UWSP so special for them. Little do they know a special gift for them during this holiday season awaits just around the corner.

A University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point December 2024 graduate is looking to her future to find where she can make biggest impact in helping the planet.

Part of the change

It was never a question for graduate Kalli Mikkonen that she was going to help the planet. The real question was how and where she was going to make it happen.

Associate Professor Mike Rader (second from right) uses strong relationships with the Wisconsin warden force and hands on experience to prepare students for careers in conservation law enforcement.

Unsung hero

Mike Rader goes above and beyond in singlehandedly educating a new generation of conservation law enforcement professionals at UW-Stevens Point. Learn more about his work here.

Candace Duran, pictured with her children, who has worked to gain the advanced skills needed for a career in a juvenile setting for social work. Photo credit: Taylor Robin Photography

Advocating for children

Candace Duran was looking for a career that would help her make positive changes within the stressed child welfare system and help children in need. At UWSP the social work and sociology major found a meaningful program in the new Child Advocacy Studies Certificate.

Jim and Madeleine Haine’s gifts to the Sentry School of Business and Economics will continue to expand opportunities for students through new spaces and programs.

Supporting the Sentry School

A local couple, Jim and Madeleine Haine, are making a transformational impact with gifts to the Sentry School of Business and Economics, strengthening recruitment and opportunities for students. Recognizing their contributions, a new Sentry School space will be named in their honor.

A Contribution to history

Alumni Don and Judi Olson’s love for UW-Stevens Point led the couple to give a generous donation to the recently renamed Olson Museum of Natural History. Hear from them as they share the value they see the museum brings to the Stevens Point community and beyond.

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