Mark Johnson
Class of: 2018
Area: Center for Academic Advising
Program: Self-Designed
I was able to customize my degree to include four areas that complimented my skills, experience and career goals. There is no other way that I would have been able to work fulltime and complete my goal of graduating from college.
Heather Thompson
Class of: 2016
Area: Center for Academic Advising
Program: Self-Designed
Because I had previously earned two associate degrees, the self-designed major allowed me to utilize transfer credits and create a customized major and minor, which saved me time and money.
Scott Holmes
Class of: 2019
Area: Center for Academic Advising
Program: Self-Designed
The self-designed major allowed me to complete my degree quicker and without added expense. My goals were to work overseas or in a support role within higher education. The self-designed major aligned perfectly with those goals
Abby Lenich
Class of: 2015
Area: Health and Human Performance Department
Program: Public Health
Eric DeVinck
Class of: 2012
Area: UW-Superior Foundation
Every dollar counts, and the more people that give, the more opportunities we are opening for future generations that will one day contribute to the community.
Dave Moen
Class of: 1969
Area: UW-Superior Foundation
It’s obvious that education is extremely important, and getting more important every day. You have to be able to think outside of the box and get out of your comfort zone.
Brad Lindahl
Class of: 1983
Area: UW-Superior Foundation
I encourage you to consider contributing to the Superior Fund, which helps provide innovative programs that ensure students will become well-rounded leaders of tomorrow.
Brenda Granquist
Class of: 1992
Area: UW-Superior Foundation
When I was a student, others gave toward my education through the scholarships I received. Now that I am older and make a good income, I feel it is my responsibility to help others, just like others did for me.
Stefan Fletcher
Area: UW-Superior Foundation
If I can donate for a current student and contribute to their development, I see it as the best means I can help both the student and the institution that gave me so much.
Jerome (Jerry) Sjostrom
Class of: 1960
Area: UW-Superior Foundation
We want to help kids in education and improve schools. That’s why we give to the Superior Fund.
Jeremy and Christine Welsand
Area: UW-Superior Foundation
We are thrilled to know that we are helping college students complete their education, similar to our own experiences!
Crystal Detlefsen
Class of: 2012
Area: 91.3 FM KUWS Superior
Program: Communication
I enjoy finding new music and acts and sharing them with our listeners, that's why I created the 9 O'clock Meltdown.
Yuma Yamaguchi
Class of: 2009
Area: Music Department
Program: Music
Being surrounded by live music and different instrument players helped my learning as a composer."
Victoria Greer
Area: UW-Superior Foundation
Program: Elementary Education
I love the small class sizes and the intimacy of the community. It seems like everyone here really wants you to succeed, and is willing to help you.
Rachel Bursik
Area: UW-Superior Foundation
Program: Elementary Education
The scholarships I have received through the UW-Superior Foundation have given me the opportunity to continue working towards my dreams. Thank you for your generosity!
Megan Hoel
Class of: 2007
Area: Natural Sciences Department
Program: Pre-Medicine/Pre-Health Professional Programs
UW-Superior prepared me for my master's program."
Brooke Bailey
Class of: 2009
Area: Natural Sciences Department
Program: Chemistry
It was my experiences at UW-Superior that molded me into the young adult I am today.”
Chris Stenberg
Class of: 2000
Area: School of Business and Economics
Program: Business Administration
I find myself everyday using the skills and lessons learned in classes at UW-Superior.”
Tanja Heckert
Class of: 2017
Area: Communicating Arts Department
I have always felt incredibly welcome on campus. I think that was part of the reason why I decided not to go back to my old school and pursue a degree at UW-Superior instead."
Kristen Jasperson
Area: World Languages, Literatures, and Cultures Department
Program: English
I remember when I was a student and my advisor was so helpful. I never left there with questions and I always knew my next step. I wanted to be like that as an advisor.”
Sarah Langer
Class of: 2016
Area: School of Business and Economics
Program: Marketing
UW-Superior has given me everything I need to know, and I’ve made a lot of connections through different class projects that we’ve done with the community."
Camisha Montgomery
Class of: 2011
Area: Communicating Arts Department
Program: Communication
I had experienced a connection and teamwork instrumental in helping me to overcome various challenges along the way.”
Will Zimmer
Class of: 2017
Area: Natural Sciences Department
Program: Biology
I can be myself here completely, and I’ve never felt like I couldn’t be myself. You can decide who you are here, and people will accept you. I’m proud of who I am.
Ernesto Soto
Class of: 2017
Area: Natural Sciences Department
Program: Chemistry
The GERC helped me find acceptance in my sexual orientation, and now I know the greatest thing I can give to the world is myself and the acceptance I can bring.
Terra Stenberg
Class of: 1998
Area: School of Business and Economics
Program: Accounting
One of the advantages of an accounting career is that you can apply your degree to virtually any industry, so I was able to incorporate my love of fashion into my career by working in the retail industry."
Mark Casper
Class of: 1972
Area: School of Business and Economics
Program: Accounting
The association between the university and the business community and the general public in Superior, I think, is just absolutely tremendous as to what the university can offer to the public."
Andrea Yezek
Class of: 2014
Area: Human Behavior, Justice and Diversity Department
Program: Legal Studies
It was rewarding to put my experience from being a student employee and taking what I have learned in the classroom and putting that into action.
Eunseok Lee
Class of: 2017
Area: Communicating Arts Department
Program: Communicating Arts
I got to get to know myself better by contributing my time and my energy to this campus and by being a part of this community”
Olivia Shalaby
Class of: 2019
Area: Communicating Arts Department
I want to be involved with doing as much as possible to get as much experience as possible.
Grace Kim
Class of: 2017
Area: Human Behavior, Justice and Diversity Department
Since it’s a small school, I can connect with instructors on a personal level, meet people and actually hang out with them.
Kenneth Timm
Class of: 2017
Area: Writing, Language, and Literature Department
Program: Writing
I can’t describe what this place has done for me. It’s changed my attitude toward everything, especially what education means. I owe my future to UW-Superior.
Mieszko Brikis
Class of: 2017
Area: Health and Human Performance Department
Program: Public Health
How you meet people through different activities is very important to me. These activities combined with classes at UW-Superior connects you even more
Yoichi Hirokata
Class of: 2017
Area: Communicating Arts Department
Program: Communication
“I love people, and I love talking to people, so I didn’t want to go to a big university. I Googled ‘affordable, good university,’ and UW-Superior was one of the top searches.”
Andrew Suralski
Class of: 2012
Area: Writing, Language, and Literature Department
Program: English
I enjoyed coming to Superior and taking advantage of the opportunities that extended beyond campus.
Zachery Abukhodair
Class of: 2017
Area: Link Center
Program: Elementary Education
UW-Superior is an amazing place to go because of the instructors. They’re like a breath of fresh air, and they remind you that life on this campus is what college should be like.
Katie Youngberg
Class of: 2016
Area: School of Business and Economics
Program: Transportation and Logistics Management
You can really get your name out there, and it’s hands down the best thing about the Transportation and Logistics Management program.
Salann Gilbert
Class of: 2014
Area: Department of Education
UW-Superior has a lot of opportunities for students to get out there and get to know each other, and I recommend taking them up on the chances!"
Elliot Charette
Class of: 2015
Area: Social Inquiry Department
Program: Political Science
My instructors were amazing. They pushed me to really grasp and apply these skills inside and outside of class.
Allison Flaig
Class of: 2017
Area: Department of Education
I toured as many schools as I could, but when I came to UW-Superior, I just knew this was the place for me.
Genna Christian
Class of: 2017
Area: Human Behavior, Justice and Diversity Department
Program: Social Work
UW-Superior’s environment is so inviting, and it makes everyone feel like one big family.
Mateus Alves
Class of: 2016
Area: School of Business and Economics
Program: Transportation and Logistics Management
The small class sizes are so important for explaining and learning when you’re not familiar with English. You can relax.
Heather Neu
Class of: 2007
Area: Natural Sciences Department
Program: Chemistry
UW-Superior was the beginning of preparing me for everything I do now, and I am so happy to be a woman in science.
Brendan Willis
Class of: 2011
Area: Health and Human Performance Department
Program: Exercise Science
My experience as a student was phenomenal. The small class sizes provided a sense of importance, and the professors were top notch."
Katie Wilke
Class of: 2016
Area: Human Behavior, Justice and Diversity Department
Program: Social Work
Once I visited UW-Superior, I felt like I was already at home.
Jenny Apriesnig
Class of: 2010
Area: School of Business and Economics
Program: Economics
I’m proud to be from UW-Superior. It’s actually a dream of mine to come back to UW-Superior and teach.
Matthew Glowacki
Class of: 2016
Area: School of Business and Economics
Program: Transportation and Logistics Management
I’m prepared to go into the real world. The great instructors taught me the core skills needed for both the transportation industry and life.
Gavin Johnson
Class of: 2017
Area: School of Business and Economics
Program: Transportation and Logistics Management
The class sizes are a big deal for me. They hold me accountable. I work harder because I don’t want to let my instructors down.
Anton Svensson
Class of: 2017
Area: School of Business and Economics
Program: Management
The university makes it so easy to branch out and find your place.
Michael Raunio
Class of: 2006
Area: Social Inquiry Department
Program: History
History got me engaged, and I grew so much in the program. My instructors pushed me to be a better person."
Lane Baguss
Class of: 2016
Area: Natural Sciences Department
Program: Biology
This place allows for such personal growth. I got to study what I wanted, and it turned me around as a person."
Erika LeMay
Class of: 2016
Area: Human Behavior, Justice and Diversity Department
This campus community allows you to really step out of your comfort zone because you don’t fall between the cracks. You hold yourself to higher standards because of it."
Allie Tacheny
Class of: 2012
Once I was here, I loved it.
Chantele Nelson
Class of: 2018
Area: Natural Sciences Department
Program: Biology
When I toured UW-Superior, there was a vibrant, welcoming feel.
Paige Ford
Class of: 2017
Area: School of Business and Economics
Program: Accounting
I like the way it's a very nontraditional school. A lot of the people here on campus are more mature, so it doesn't feel like high school again."
Luke Hafdahl
Class of: 2006
Area: Natural Sciences Department
Program: Chemistry
The amazing people at UW-Superior sculpted me into the successful person I am today. They genuinely cared about my success after graduation."
Jessica Schlauderaff
Class of: 2014
Area: School of Business and Economics
Program: Business Administration
I met so many amazing people – students, faculty, and staff. It's just so hard for me to narrow down the best parts of my time at UW-Superior."
Brian Matuszak
Class of: 1987
Area: Communicating Arts Department
Program: Theatre
I would not be where I am were it not for UW-Superior Theatre. And I'm in a pretty great place."
Liz Larson
Class of: 1980
Area: Communicating Arts Department
Program: Theatre
Art is life, life inspires art. It doesn't matter where you are or what you do, training in the arts informs your life. Whether you end up directly in your field of study or not, theatre education helps every step along the way."
Victoria Main
Class of: 1986
Area: Communicating Arts Department
Program: Theatre
In a program like UW-Superior’s, you have the opportunity to basically do everything."
Gloria Eslinger
Area: Visual Arts Department
Program: Art Therapy
John Paul
Area: Department of Education
Program: Counseling
Angela Totzke
Class of: 2015
I choose online classes so that I could set my own schedule. Online classes allowed me to work part-time, coach basketball and softball and go back to school.”
Christine Lupella
Class of: 2013
Area: Alumni Association
Program: Individually Designed
Shannon Higgins
Class of: 2014
Area: Communicating Arts Department
Program: Communicating Arts
Jennifer Knutson
Class of: 2015
Serena Kienbaum
Class of: 2014
Area: Communicating Arts Department
Program: Communicating Arts
Michael Cheslock
Class of: 2012
Zach Reiswig
Class of: 2017
Area: Mathematics and Computer Science Department
Program: Computer Science
I enjoy the education I receive from my professors and also being able to personally meet and discuss material with them.
Abby Pittman
Class of: 2015
Area: Alumni Association
Program: Marketing
The professors get to know you and are very responsive to questions. Letters of recommendation were easy to ask for."
Bradley Roy
Class of: 2015
Area: School of Business and Economics
Program: Transportation and Logistics Management
I had great professors who really understood how I learn and got to know me."
Kaitlyn Knutson
Class of: 2017
Area: Natural Sciences Department
Program: Biology
Helpful professors and great coaches are the reason I came here.
Amber Henriksen
Class of: 2014
Area: Human Behavior, Justice and Diversity Department
People are really friendly. I loved my experience here. The classes are worth it."
Haylee Hamalainen
Class of: 2015
Area: School of Business and Economics
Program: Finance
I like the small class sizes and the one-on-one time with professors."
Codi Gleesing
Class of: 2016
Area: Communicating Arts Department
Program: Communicating Arts
I was engaged, exposed to diversity and more social than I usually am.
Alison Dietz
Class of: 2016
Area: School of Business and Economics
Program: Transportation and Logistics Management
"It's nice having a small community feeling here."
Autumn Gray
Class of: 2015
Area: School of Business and Economics
Program: Marketing
Faculty and staff helped me explore options for creating my own major that plays on my own strengths."
Tom Barbano
Area: Human Behavior, Justice and Diversity Department
Expect opportunities and take advantage of them when you can.
Crystal Jarve Loree
Class of: 2016
Area: School of Business and Economics
Program: Accounting
You aren’t pressured immediately to decide what you want to do, and you’re given opportunity to explore.
Lacie West
Class of: 2012
Area: Alumni Association
Program: Art Therapy
Not only were we given the opportunity to bounce ideas off of each other, but we were provided a space to intimately learn how each of us worked with clients and how to be most effective."
Sharra Wagner
Class of: 2005
Area: Alumni Association
Program: Music
The liberal arts focus of the university gave me an edge among my colleagues."
Sharon Freeman Williams
Area: Human Behavior, Justice and Diversity Department
Program: Legal Studies
It's easy to get involved, and there are lots of people to help you."
Scott McNorton
Class of: 2017
Area: Health and Human Performance Department
Being an older student was nerve-wracking, but everyone was super-accepting and wanted to get to know me.
Andre Anderson
Class of: 2015
Area: School of Business and Economics
Program: Transportation and Logistics Management
The scholarships were very helpful. I'm not in debt and very happy."
Bethany Kepler
Class of: 2015
Area: Visual Arts Department
Program: Art Therapy
"It's a great place to go to school!"
Andrea McKay
Area: Health and Human Performance Department
Program: Exercise Science
UW-Superior is very willing to help find the best path for each person. I was able to study abroad, play a sport and find the right path to my career."
Joy Hedquist
Class of: 2014
I would not have been able to pursue my degree without the online option."
Marquise Slay
Class of: 2017
Area: School of Business and Economics
Program: Business Administration
Life slows down. You can catch up with your thoughts and enjoy yourself.
Victoria Greer
Class of: 2018
Area: World Languages, Literatures, and Cultures Department
Program: English
The faculty members made me feel really comfortable. They are approachable, open and you can go to them if you need help.
Kang Her
Class of: 2015
Area: Alumni Association
Program: Individually Designed
My professors help me by giving moral support. They have an open door policy, and I feel comfortable dropping in to say 'Hi'."
Kristina Wood
Class of: 2015
Area: Alumni Association
Program: Sociology
I never met a faculty member who didn't help me out with whatever I needed."
Kyle Johnson
Class of: 2014
Area: Human Behavior, Justice and Diversity Department
Program: Legal Studies
I liked my legal studies classes and the one-on-one connections with professors."
Marissa Hanson
Class of: 2016
Area: Mathematics and Computer Science Department
Program: Mathematics
The professors are very cooperative and have helped me out. You have great one-on-one with them.
Ilana Yokel
Class of: 2016
Area: Department of Education
Program: Individually Designed
The teachers want to know you here. You're not a face in the crowd.
Alissa Boyhtari
Class of: 2017
Area: Health and Human Performance Department
Program: Exercise Science
It's a small, student-driven campus in a big university system.
Zach Bauer
Class of: 2016
Area: Natural Sciences Department
This is a great, close-knit environment. Everybody is very welcoming.