Tag: commencement
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A life of impact: Retired Major General Anderson inspires UW-Green Bay graduates
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Retired Major General Marcia Anderson, commencement speaker for the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay’s 111th commencement on Saturday, May 17, 2025 shared heartfelt and hard-earned wisdom during the afternoon ceremony. With humility and humor, she admitted that the lessons she offered were ones she had stumbled upon over time. Yet, each anecdote she shared was deeply…
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Resilience is a verb for Class of 2025 afternoon commencement ceremony speaker Aashvi Pandey
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The path to becoming a physician is no joke; and for Aashvi Pandey, UW-Green Bay’s Class of 2025 afternoon commencement ceremony speaker, she readily admits that this noble pursuit put her squarely outside of her comfort zone. Yet, like so many of the newly minted Phoenix alumni, Pandey persevered and today, her words embodied the…
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Remarkable alumna Sauerhammer Dean exemplifies University’s mission and values at highest level
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University of Wisconsin-Green Bay alumna and Council of Trustee member, Dr. Tina Sauerhammer Dean ’99, was bestowed with the University’s highest honor on Saturday, May 17, 2025 at the morning ceremony of UW-Green Bay’s 111th commencement ceremony. The Chancellor’s Award recognizes the individuals whose professional accomplishments, community contributions, and ongoing connection to UW-Green Bay reflect…
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‘You have an opportunity—as scholars and changemakers—to ask the hard questions’ from commencement speaker Barb LaMue
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As the President & CEO of New North, Inc., Barb LaMue has been an innovator and changemaker for more than 20 years. On Saturday, May 17, 2025 as the morning ceremony commencement speaker at University of Wisconsin-Green Bay, she challenged each of the graduates before her to do the same by asking critical questions, “How…
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UW-Green Bay marks historic milestone with spring commencement for over 1,000 graduates | WFRV
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GREEN BAY, Wis. (WFRV) – The University of Wisconsin-Green Bay will mark a major milestone this Saturday, May 17th, as it celebrates the largest graduating class in its history. According to a press release from UW-Green Bay, total of 1,338 students are eligible to receive their degrees during two commencement ceremonies at the Kress Events…
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UW-Green Bay Celebrates Largest Graduating Class with 1,338 New Phoenix Alumni Bringing Curiosity and Bold Thinking to the Regional Workforce
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: May 13, 2025 This represents a 21.6% increase over last spring’s graduating class GREEN BAY, Wis. – In two ceremonies this Saturday, the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay will award 1,338 eligible graduates with their degrees, the largest graduating class to date for the university. These newly minted Phoenix alumni enter the regional…
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Meet Monica Garcia, 2025 Graduating Class Student Speaker
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A Mentor is Born What do you want to be when you grow up? It’s a common question that young people often get asked. And that answer becomes even more important as college looms on the horizon. As Monica Garcia approached college four years ago, her answer was clear and profound: to be her truest…
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Together We Rise: Top 10 UW-Green Bay Moments of 2024
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As we look back on the past year at UW-Green Bay, we are filled with pride and gratitude for the remarkable achievements and memorable moments that have defined our community. From firsts and grand openings to inspiring student successes and impactful community partnerships, 2024 has been a year of growth, resilience, and celebration. Join us…
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Transforming Grad Caps into a Vibrant Canvas
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This year, Phoenix’s graduate caps are taking creativity to soaring new heights and transforming a simple accessory into a vibrant canvas for self-expression! Each cap tells a unique story, from playful designs featuring quirky motifs and bright colors, to elaborate themes that reflect personal journeys and aspirations. It’s a joyful spectacle as graduates flaunt their…
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Proud to Be a Phoenix: Watch the Fall 2024 Commencement Video
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Joy, pride, gratitude, hope. These graduates had a lot to say about graduating as Phoenix. Many noted that while it may have been a long road to graduate, their experience at UW-Green Bay was one they could not have had anywhere else. Hear from some of the more than 470 new Phoenix alumni who graduated…