New 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.

Dorothy "Dottie" M. Adams Music Scholarship was created by her son, professor emeritus W. Sam Adams, and his wife, Betty, along with family and friends. The award promotes the musical growth and professional development of students aspiring to become music educators, private piano teachers or performing musicians.

Aurora Endowment for Graduate Study was created by Aurora Health Care to support scholarships for students pursuing graduate degrees in nursing.

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.

Dr. Craig Fiedler Special Education Scholarship will be awarded to special education undergraduate or graduate students who have demonstrated substantial commitment to advocacy in support of individuals with disabilities through personal interactions, professional activities, educational pursuits and leadership roles. The fund was created to honor Craig Fiedler, special education professor at UW Oshkosh from 1987 to 2008, who passed away in January 2009.

Dr. Charles Goff Education and Political Science Scholarship honors Goff's more than 31 years of teaching political science at UW Oshkosh. Goff was a founding member of the University's Faculty Senate and the Wisconsin Academy of Arts and Science Association. The scholarship, established by Goff's sister, Carol Goff-Smith, will be awarded to students enrolled in the College of Education and Human Services' social studies program or the College of Letters and Science's political science program.

Greek Educational Fund was established to enhance the education of fraternity and sorority students by funding nationally recognized educational speakers, scholarships for leadership conferences and educational programs within the Greek Community.

Muriel A. Hawkins Legacy Scholarship was created by Hawkins, who led the UW Oshkosh Center for Academic Support and Diversity (CASD) for 15 years. She dedicated herself to providing educational opportunities for students of all backgrounds and interests, focusing on diversity and student engagement. This scholarship will fund international study opportunities for students currently receiving services from CASD.

Kelly Warnecke Hayward Residence Life Scholarship was established in memory of Hayward, a 1997 human services graduate. A community adviser in Webster and Clemans Halls, she was instrumental in founding the National Residence Hall Honorary at UW Oshkosh. Her husband, Preston Hayward '97, a former Donner Hall community adviser, created the scholarship, which annually recognizes a Residence Life community assistant or program assistant.

Margaret and David Hodge Scholarship in Art Education was created by David W. Hodge, associate art professor at UW Oshkosh from 1964 to 1998, in memory of his wife, Margaret, who taught dance and choreography. An enthusiastic supporter of revitalizing Oshkosh’s downtown, Margaret also assisted her husband with Priebe Gallery exhibits and hosted visiting artists.

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.

Tracy A. Lloyd Memorial Scholarship, established in honor of a May 2008 nursing graduate, will be awarded to nontraditional, undergraduate nursing students. Preference will be given to students facing a chronic illness and students with children. Lloyd, the mother of two small children, battled cancer during her final year at UW Oshkosh. Two months after graduation, she passed away. One of her final wishes was for a nursing scholarship to be established in her name. Her friends and family created the award to assist students who share Lloyd's "strength, maturity, compassion, intelligence and perseverance."

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.

Elizabeth A. Regan Scholarship Endowment was created through a bequest from Regan, who died in April 2008. Regan was an army nurse in North Africa and Italy during World War II. An educator in the UW System for 23 years, she served as both a professor and associate dean for the College of Nursing at UW Oshkosh. The scholarship will be awarded to undergraduate or graduate nursing students, with preference to students from northeastern Wisconsin and applicants with financial need.

Dr. Robert L. Snyder Scholarship was created in memory of "Doc" Snyder, communication professor emeritus and founder of the UW Oshkosh radio-TV-film program. Snyder taught from 1964 to 1993. For more than 20 years, Snyder read the names of each graduating student at commencement ceremonies and was the play-by-play announcer at Titan football and basketball games.

Candice E. Tylke Scholarship was established in memory of a 1994 alumna, who was the first female firefighter graduate from Madison Area Technical College. A veteran firefighter and paramedic for the city of Beloit, Tylke passed away in July 2008, at the age of 42. Applicants must be admitted to the fire and emergency response management program, with priority to female applicants, graduates of Madison Area Technical College and employees of the Beloit or St. Francis fire departments.

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