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The University of Wisconsin-Superior honored three individuals whose service and leadership have made a lasting impact on their communities during the 2026 Henry Blomberg Excellence in Service Awards ceremony on Veterans Day, Nov. 11.
Named for Superior native and UW-Superior alumnus Lt. Henry Blomberg, the annual awards recognize individuals who embody the values of service, sacrifice and commitment through military service and civic engagement.
2026 Henry Blomberg Excellence in Service Award Recipients
Dana Stone, Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army
Dana Stone served in the U.S. Army for 20 years, demonstrating unwavering dedication, leadership and commitment to his fellow service members and country. Throughout his military career, he exemplified professionalism, resilience and a willingness to put others before himself.
Following his military service, Stone continued to live out those values through his work, family life and service to others. His strong work ethic, integrity and perseverance have made him a role model for those around him. The award recognizes not only his distinguished military career but also his continued commitment to family, community and service beyond the uniform.
Natasha Schumacher, Petty Officer 1st Class, U.S. Navy
Natasha Schumacher’s dedication to leadership and service extends throughout UW-Superior and the broader community. As systems and digital services librarian, she helps ensure essential library resources remain accessible while working to expand affordable course materials and support student success.
Schumacher has demonstrated a strong commitment to helping others through volunteer service, campus leadership and community engagement. She has been instrumental in initiatives supporting students, veterans and colleagues, while also contributing to university governance and professional scholarship. Her generosity, humility and commitment to service have made a meaningful and lasting impact on the campus community.
Wendy Walker Davis, Private First Class, U.S. Army
Wendy Walker Davis served as an Army ambulance medic during Operation Desert Storm, providing care in forward operational areas throughout Kuwait, Iraq and Saudi Arabia. Despite facing significant challenges during her service, she remained committed to her mission and was twice recognized for meritorious performance.
After sustaining serious service-related injuries, Davis completed her military service and pursued higher education, earning degrees from UW-Superior, the University of Wisconsin-Madison and the University of North Texas. A disabled veteran and successful business owner for more than three decades, she has continued to demonstrate perseverance, leadership and determination. Her lifelong commitment to service, professional achievement and family exemplifies the spirit of the Blomberg Award.
About the Henry Blomberg Excellence in Service Awards
The awards are named for Lt. Henry Blomberg, who was born in Superior on Aug. 3, 1892. He attended Superior Normal School, now UW-Superior, where he was a standout debater and athlete. After joining the Wisconsin National Guard in 1916, Blomberg deployed to France with the 32nd Division during World War I.
His bravery in combat earned him a promotion to captain. During the Meuse-Argonne Offensive in October 1918, he was critically wounded and later died from his injuries. Blomberg was posthumously awarded the Distinguished Service Cross, the nation’s second-highest military decoration for valor.