Philanthropy: New UW Oshkosh Foundation funds

The Foundation is proud to announce the establishment of the following new funds and awards, which provide scholarship support, recognition of student achievements and enhanced departmental resources. Our appreciation is extended to the many donors who enrich students' educational experiences and advance the University's standing.

• Orville C. Clark Scholarship was named for the late assistant director of special education for CESA 6 (Cooperative Educational Service Agency), serving school districts in east-central Wisconsin. The scholarship will be awarded to an individual who has an undergraduate degree and has been accepted into a graduate program in special education. Applicants must reside within CESA 6 boundaries.

• James and Pat Freer Scholarship will be awarded to business majors who portray the attributes of a "servant leader" and have demonstrated their belief in service to others. The Freers are UW Oshkosh alumni who spent their careers working at several UW System institutions.

• Invest in Generations Scholarship Fund was established to help single parents enrolled as undergraduate or graduate students. The money may be used for tuition and fees, textbooks, class-related equipment and day care.

• Michele Lipschultz Freshman Scholarship was established by her husband, Tad, in recognition of her perseverance and determination in earning her bachelor's and master's degrees from UW Oshkosh. The scholarship will be awarded to female freshmen who have overcome personal obstacles to pursue their education.

• Sally Margis Classified Staff Professional Development Fund was established by her friend and colleague, Annette Blanchette ’60. Margis served as a classified staff member at UW Oshkosh and UW-River Falls. She lost her battle with cancer in 1998. The fund will provide annual support for direct and indirect costs associated with career development opportunities for classified staff.

• Thomas A. Plein Memorial Endowed Scholarship was created through a grant from the Thomas A. Plein Foundation to provide financial support for individuals who have demonstrated financial need and excellent academic achievement under distressed conditions.

Contributions may be sent to the UW Oshkosh Foundation, 842 Algoma Boulevard, Oshkosh WI 54901.