Callahan Family Student Success & Learning Commons
On October 14th, UW-Parkside and the UW-Parkside Foundation celebrated the grand opening of the Callahan Family Student Success & Learning Commons. This renovated campus space is part of the $35.4 million state-funded Wyllie renewal project.

In addition to opening the space to the public, we were proud to announce that the Callahan family has made a $3 million gift to establish the Callahan Scholars program at UW-Parkside. Thanks to their support, students will benefit from scholarships, success coaching, and learning and engagement opportunities. Learn more about how this gift is changing students’ lives.
UW System President Tommy Thompson Visits
Last week UW-Parkside announced that the university has reached a 70 percent COVID vaccination rate for students- and since then, the rate continued to climb to 76% and counting.

“We’re nearing the close of our vaccination campaign, and I’m ecstatic that UW-Parkside students have hit the mark. I saw first-hand the amount of hard work that UW-Parkside put in to make this possible. Chancellor Deborah Ford, faculty, and staff deserve a great deal of credit for this achievement.”- UW System President Tommy Thompson.
Alumni Pop-Up Parties
The first Alumni Pop-Up Parties were a great success. We were able to share some of the wonderful changes that have occurred at our alma mater, and our great expectations for the future. Your continued engagement with the university is necessary and appreciated. With your support, UW-Parkside continues to strive for growth and improvement. Check out the pictures from the events.
Alumni Spotlights
Dr. Jacqueline "Jackie" Zalewski '95
Dr. Jacqueline “Jackie” Zalewski ’95 is one of this year's Distinguished Alumni Award recipients. After graduating from UW-Parkside, Dr. Jacqueline Zalewski then completed a Master of Arts (2000) and Doctor of Philosophy (2006) in Sociology at Loyola University Chicago (LUC). Since 2007, Dr. Zalewski has been a faculty member in Sociology at West Chester University of Pennsylvania (WCUPA). 

Read more about Jackie.
Alumni Business Owner- Gary Schneeberger '86
Gary Schneeberger owns ROAR, where he provides full service public relations, identity marketing and media coaching to individuals and organizations.

"As editor of the student newspaper (then called the Ranger) in ’86-’87, I fell in love with journalism and leadership. My newspaper career (which morphed into my current public-relations career) and the thrill I get when mentoring others were born on Wood Road."

Read more about Gary.

Alumni Updates
Terra Wendricks '01 was promoted to the leadership position of Assistant Regional Chief of the Wisconsin Department of Corrections. She has administrative responsibility for the development and implementation of regional programs and policies; supervising and directing field units; and maintaining working relationships with public and elected officials and community agencies.
Kathlyn Dibble '05 is now serving the City of Sevierville, TN as their Risk Manager. As a specialized member of the administration team holding advanced certifications in safety and human resources, she works to control the probability or impact of unfortunate events for her organization.
Do you have personal or professional news to share - a new home, career changes, special achievements, and more? Let us know! Your personal contact information will not be shared. We look forward to celebrating you and your accomplishments. Some stories can even be featured in the upcoming Alumni Magazine.
Student Loans
Student loans have been in a period of no interest or repayment due to the pandemic. This extended period of non-repayment is ending on January 31, 2022. Here are 4 Tips from UW-Parkside’s Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid as you prepare for repayment:
Tip 1: Determine your loan servicer
·        Log on to studentaid.gov, click on the “My Aid” section, followed by “Find my loan servicer”.

Tip 2: Create a log in for your loan servicers website
·        Once you know your servicer, creating a log in for their specific website is the best way to get real-time information in an easily accessible way.
Tip 3: Review your repayment options
·        Your loan servicer's website will provide you the various options and repayment plans for when you enter repayment. This will allow you to see what your monthly payment will be, the length of time it will take you to repay your loans, and what interest accumulation may look like.

Tip 4: Review your finances
·        If the repayment options are overwhelming you can apply for continued reduced or halted payments. In an income-driven repayment plan, your minimum payment is determined by your financial ability to pay.
And that’s it! By doing these steps now, you’ll be ready when repayment begins.
Still overwhelmed? There are great resources available about loan repayment including information about consolidation (which may help to lower your monthly payments), deferment and forbearance options, and repayment estimators.
Campus News
Native American Heritage Month
Native American Heritage Month honors the culture, traditions, arts, and history of the Native American community. Join us this month as we learn from educators and celebrate the rich culture of the Native American community. Learn more about Native American Heritage month.
Parkside Journal of Science
Each semester, the Parkside Journal of Science team of students will publish independently conducted research done by students of UW-Parkside. They review current scientific articles, interview faculty members pertaining to their work, and address present issues in the scientific community. Click the link to learn more and view the journal.
Alumni Events: Save the Date
Watch for more information and make plans to join us for these upcoming events!
Giving Tuesday: November 30th
Giving Tuesday is a global generosity movement that unleashes the power of people and organizations to transform their communities and the world. Your support can help students succeed in the future. Every act of generosity counts and every gift makes a difference.
Handel's Messiah
Sunday, December 5th | 3pm
The Rita

Join us this December as we re-start a great UW-Parkside tradition. The choir and orchestra will perform Handel's Messiah. Use the link below to reserve your tickets.
De Simone Arena
Tuesday, December 7th
4:30-6pm
De Simone Arena

The new and improved De Simone Arena will be unveiled December 7th. Join us for a reception and tour of the multi-million dollar renovations.
Women's Basketball Alumni Weekend
The Women's Basketball team is honoring the Sweet 16 teams with an event filled weekend. Check out the itinerary below and come out to support this historic weekend.
Parkside Employee Alumni Group (PEAG)
Shelter Supply Drive
PEAG is sponsoring a shelter supply drive from October 18th-December 10th. Items needed include non-perishable foods, paper products, cleaning supplies, and personal care items. Supply bins are on campus located in the Rita and near the bridge. Items can also be donated directly to HALO for Racine and the Women's and Children's Horizons in Kenosha. If you have any questions or would like to donate, please e-mail us.
Alumni Giving- It's growing!
Rangers Give Back! Last year was a record breaking year for alumni giving at UW-Parkside. This year, 148 alumni have already given back – thank you! Whether you choose to support scholarships, hands-on learning, academic programs, campus enhancements, athletics, or more, you help make student success possible. Make your alumni gift today and be counted!