Created by Milwaukee Lincoln High School Alumni and multiple individuals, this scholarship honors the legacy of Thomas M. Cheeks (1908-2001), a highly talented and beloved African-American/Black educator in the Milwaukee Public Schools. A renowned advocate for...

Murnan-Smith Scholarship for Single Parents Betty Murnan-Smith was a founding faculty member and taught in the English Department of UW-Waukesha for many years. She established this scholarship because of her devotion to the success of UW-Waukesha students who are...

Randy Goree (1952-2017) received his undergraduate degree in Education from UWM in 1977. He served as a Senior Lecturer in the School of Education?s Curriculum & Instruction area from 1988 until his retirement with emeritus status in 2015. He demanded nothing but...

Nicholas Burckel established the Arthur and Irene Burckel Scholarship Fund to honor his parents by providing financial assistance to graduate students in the School of Information Science at UWM. Arthur Burckel was the oldest of three boys born and raised in...

Norine is an entrepreneur with over 35 years’ experience in financial management, supply chain, field service operations, while ensuring regulatory compliance and driving profitable growth. Founder of Alpha Source, Inc. – a global medical device manufacturer and...

Norma Jean Larson is a retired social worker. Her mother, Stella Johnson Staunt, was keenly interested in helping disadvantaged young women with whatever needs they may have.

In June 2018, Northwestern Mutual, Marquette University and the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee announced the creation of the Northwestern Mutual Data Science Institute, a groundbreaking partnership that contributes to the formation of a technology ecosystem and...

Formed in 1973 as the Organization of Chinese Americans, OCA is a national organization dedicated to advancing the social, political, and economic well-being of Asian Pacific Americans in the United States. OCA Wisconsin is one of 80 US chapters and affiliates that...

The Roger Alan Simpson Hydrology and Water Resource Science Scholarship was established to commemorate the life of Roger Alan Simpson. In his lifetime Roger demonstrated an uncommon commitment to improving the lives of others through his career choice, volunteerism,...

Pantherics Incorporated is on the forefront of developing novel drugs based on targeting GABA receptors in the lung and other peripheral organs. The company’s lead product is an oral medication for symptom control in persistent asthma and is based on technology...

Both Pat & Jerry earned degrees in business management from UWM. Pat had a successful career in banking, starting with First Wisconsin, which eventually became US Bank. Jerry enjoyed a long and successful career with Miller Brewing Company, and earned his MBA from...

I am the daughter of two teachers. My father was a brilliant school leader. They inspired me to also teach, and I proudly earned my degree in Elementary Education at UWM in 1962. My husband and I have worked together to transform schools in impoverished areas.

Paula J. Thompson, a 1968 alumna of the Biological Sciences Department, was a student of Professor Robert Costello. Professor Robert Costello (1921-2001) was an active member of the Department of Botany (merged with Biological Sciences) at UWM from 1956 until his...

Paul and Evelyn Vrakas created this scholarship in loving memory of their son Timothy (1953-1980), who earned his undergraduate degree in Biochemistry from the University of Wisconsin – Madison in 1975. Like so many students, Timothy had some financial assistance...

Peggy Sampson is College of Nursing alumna (BS, Nursing, 1986) and a longtime advocate for the College of Nursing and the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. She is a dedicated College of Nursing volunteer who has served on numerous Nursing Committees including the...

Phil earned two degrees from UWM, a Bachelor?s in Mass Communications in 1978, and an MBA in 1981. A native of Wauwatosa, he is one of four children, all of whom graduated from or attended UWM. Phil has spent the majority of his career with Coca-Cola in finance. He...

Phoebe and the late John D. Lewis are ardent supporters of various causes throughout the Greater Milwaukee area and nationally, including the arts, culture and education. Together, they established a foundation to support the issues they are passionate about. Phoebe...

Yehuda Yannay (1937- 2023) was born in Romania and emigrated with his family to Israel in 1951. He graduated from the Rubin Academy of Music in Tel-Aviv in 1964. In 1966 he completed a Master of Fine Arts at Brandeis University in composition and electronic music. He...

Ralph Bielenberg grew up in Milwaukee’s Sherman Park neighborhood and graduated from Washington High School. He began his study of piano and began singing at the Presbyterian Church at age 9. Ralph continued to sing at the same church until 2017. He graduated from...

Raman J Ghei is a lifelong resident of Wisconsin. Raman and his parents are strong believers in the importance of education and international travel and culture.

Randy Wilson graduated in 1979 from UWM’s School of Business with a degree in accounting, essentially working his way through school with some help from his parents. He enjoyed a career in accounting and finance in healthcare, with community hospitals, a physician...

Randy Parlee is a retired attorney and UWM alumnus, earning both his BA and MA in Communication. Joanna Parlee earned her BS in Social Work and MS in Curriculum & Instruction and teaches and mentors at Cardinal Stritch University. Randy felt well-prepared by UWM and...

Jane’s connection to UWM began as a student, where she embraced every opportunity for learning, laying a strong foundation for her career in Human Resources. Throughout her career, Jane thrived on helping others develop their skills and advance in their careers. Her...

Reuben earned a BS in Education at UWM, where he worked for 31 years. He received an honorary doctorate from UWM in recognition of his work to improve Milwaukee?s impoverished communities. With her MA and law degrees, Mildred was also a local force in Milwaukee. She...

Reverend James E. Groppi Memorial Scholarship Milwaukee civil rights leader Rev. James Groppi spurred on the community efforts to provide the open housing and equal opportunity in the 1960’s. For a new or continuing student who has demonstrated community service and...

Both Mary Elyn Bahlert and Jeff Kunkel were born and raised in the greater Milwaukee area. Mary Elyn lived and attended high school in the City of Milwaukee and graduated from UWM in 1973 with a Bachelor of Arts in English. She later attended the Pacific School of...

Richard (deceased) was a professor in UWM?s Department of Curriculum & Instruction. Dawn earned her degree in 1952 from the Milwaukee State Teachers College, the School of Education?s forerunner school. She taught in Jefferson and Milwaukee Counties.

Richard Schreiner earned a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from the Marquette University College of Engineering, and in 1982 he earned a Master of Science in Computer Science from the UWM College of Engineering and Applied Science. Richard and Alison...

With 100 plus awards and more than 850 projects built, RINKA consists of planners, architects, interior designers, and brand strategists. They currently have offices located in Milwaukee, WI, and in Fort Lauderdale, FL. They are currently working on projects in...