When you meet Stephanie Hensel, you notice two things immediately: her determination and her joy. She’s the kind of student who lights up a room, even when the path behind her has been anything but easy. This month, Stephanie will be graduating from UW–Whitewater with a degree in Accounting and International Business and preparing to […]
Category: Scholar Stories
Matthew’s journey began in the heart of rural Owen, Wisconsin, where his graduating high school class was just 38 students. Growing up amidst the challenges of dairy farming, having money for college was always on his mind. The FFWS scholarship changed things for Matthew. The grant alleviated financial burdens and enabled Matthew to pursue extracurricular […]
When Loukia Agoudemos first set foot on the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus, she felt something click. “The campus tour in high school left a lasting impression,” she recalls. “The flipped classroom model and the collaborative design work really stood out. I could see myself growing here — and I have.”
Christian Mueller’s story is a powerful example of how opportunity can transform lives. From a high school student in Franklin, WI, who initially considered a career in the trades, to a political science major at the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh and a Winnebago County Board Supervisor his journey is one of ambition, hard work, and […]