UW-Green Bay awards more than $1.6 million in endowed and annual scholarship funds for 2023-24
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: May 8, 2023
Green Bay, Wis.—The University of Wisconsin-Green Bay announced the release of more than $1.6 million in endowed and annual scholarship funds awarded to students for the 2023-2024 academic year. Increasing access to higher education at UW-Green Bay remains at the core of the University’s mission across its 16-county footprint. The dollars awarded in scholarships come to the University from hundreds of donors gifting through the UW-Green Bay Foundation.
“We are so grateful to our donors that believe in the power of education to empower people,” said UW-Green Bay Chancellor Michael Alexander. “Consistent with our mission, we are committed to giving access to all who want to learn and benefit from education throughout their lives. Our donors share that commitment and ensure that UW-Green Bay can continue to put tremendous graduates out into our communities and throughout the world.”
Alumni and friends of the University consistently demonstrate through their philanthropy that supporting students through scholarship awards is one of their favorite charitable activities.
“Like most public universities, UW-Green Bay’s affordability is one of its most attractive qualities, although any level of tuition and fees can present a problem to a specific family,” said UW-Green Bay Foundation President and Vice Chancellor for Advancement Tony Werner. “These private dollars supplement the federal Pell Grant program and the newly announced Wisconsin Tuition Promise initiative. No matter the source, scholarships give students a motivational boost, letting them know others care about them and support their educational pursuits.”
Please direct questions to Manager of Donor Relations, Laura Jarosz at jaroszl@uwgb.edu.
About UW-Green Bay
Established in 1965, UW-Green Bay is a public institution serving more than 9,600 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students and 95,000 continuing education learners each year. We educate students from pre-college through retirement and offer 200+ degrees, programs and certificates. UW-Green Bay graduates are resilient, inclusive, sustaining and engaged members of their communities, ready to rise to fearlessly face challenges, solve problems and embrace diverse ideas and people. With four campus locations, the University welcomes students from every corner of the world. In 2021, UW-Green Bay was the fastest-growing UW school in Wisconsin. For more information, visit www.uwgb.edu.
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