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Edgewood College Eagle Soars with Cutting Edge® Program Support

Nathan Barge '23 found a home at Edgewood College through the Cutting Edge® Program. There, he discovered a passion for social media content creation while pursuing a degree in communications.

2024 Alumni Awards Recognize Outstanding Graduates

Edgewood College recently announced the six remarkable alumni who were honored at this year’s Alumni Awards celebration. Their stories, while rich and varied, are all marked by a commitment to service and a commitment to creating a more just and compassionate world.

Sarah Skoy ‘24 Transforms Her Career into an Adventure

Seeking a doctoral program compatible with her busy work and family life, Dr. Sarah Skoy was delighted to find the Higher Education and Leadership Studies program at Edgewood College. Eager for the opportunity to dive into more learning, she’s found a path to reaching her academic goals.

New Students Arrive for the Year of Partnership

Madison, Wis. (August 23, 2024) – On Sunday, August 25, 2024, Edgewood College will welcome nearly 280 new first-year students moving into their new homes on campus to begin their undergraduate career in the Year of Partnership.

Edgewood College and Des Moines University Announce Partnership

Madison, Wis. (July 9, 2024) – Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences and Edgewood College have signed an agreement to enrich and broaden the educational horizons of Edgewood College students, offering them unparalleled opportunities in medicine and health sciences.

Nine Eagles named to At-Large Academic All-District Team

Madison, Wis. (July 1, 2024) Men's golf, women's golf, men's lacrosse, women's lacrosse, and the men's volleyball teams at Edgewood College have been recognized on the College Sports Communicators Academic All-District Team. Raymond Jordan, Braxton Brown, Lake Rewey, Blake Stockwell, Christina Eloe, Mackenzie Fruit, Alexis Vogt, Will Gehrke, and Ryder Hill-Zastrow all landed At-Large honors.

Dean’s List and Semester Honors Announced for Spring 2024

Madison, Wis. (May 24, 2024) - Edgewood College has named the students who have earned a place on the Dean’s List, or on the Semester Honors List, for the Spring 2024 Semester. Fulltime undergraduate and post-baccalaureate students who earn a cumulative GPA of 3.75 or higher are eligible for the Dean’s List after completing 24 credit hours of study at Edgewood College.

Beloit College, Edgewood College Create Nursing Partnership

Madison, Wis. (May 2, 2024) – Addressing a significant statewide and national nursing shortage, Beloit College’s School of Health Sciences and the Henry Predolin School of Nursing at Edgewood College are partnering on a dual-degree program housed on the Beloit College campus to create more registered nurses with bachelor’s degrees. The nursing program begins on Beloit College’s campus in May 2025.

Edgewood College Earns 2024-2025 Military Friendly Gold Designation

Madison, Wis. (April 3, 2024) – Edgewood College is pleased to announce that it has earned a gold ranking in the national Military Friendly® Schools list for 2024-2025. Edgewood College has been recognized as a Military Friendly School since 2009. “We are again honored to receive this recognition for 2024-2025,” Matthew J. Schroeder ’07, Director of Military and Veterans Services, said. “Our military and veteran community at Edgewood College enhances the fabric of our campus and classrooms. The institutional commitment to support them through the Office of Military & Veterans Services makes our community better for all. These awards recognize that, which for us is both humbling and gratifying.”

Edgewood College Mourns the Loss of President Emerita Mary Ellen Gevelinger, O.P.

Madison, Wis. (March 15, 2024) – Edgewood College joins the Dominican Sisters of Sinsinawa, family, friends, and colleagues in remembering and mourning President Emerita Dr. Mary Ellen Gevelinger, O.P., who died Wednesday, March 13, 2024, in the loving presence of her closest Dominican Sisters.

Community Contributors Create ‘Reflections for the Season of Lent 2024’

Madison, Wis. (February 21, 2024) - Continuing an annual tradition, contributors from throughout the community of Edgewood College have created Reflections for the Season of Lent 2024.

Distinguished Alum Named National Superintendent of the Year

Madison, Wis. (February 21, 2024) – Edgewood College celebrates the announcement of Dr. Joe Gothard ’99, MA ’04, Ed.D. ’15 as the 2024 National Superintendent of the Year by the America Association of School Administrators (AASA). Dr. Gothard is a three-time Edgewood College alum, earning his bachelor’s degree in Secondary Education and Biology, master’s degree in Educational Administration, and his doctorate in Educational Leadership. He currently serves as a member of the Board of Trustees of Edgewood College.

Dean’s List and Semester Honors Announced for Fall 2023 Semester

Madison, Wis. (January 29, 2024) - Edgewood College has named the students who have earned a place on the Dean’s List, or on the Semester Honors List, for the Fall 2023 Semester. Fulltime undergraduate and post-baccalaureate students who earn a cumulative GPA of 3.75 or higher are eligible for the Dean’s List after completing 24 credit hours of study at Edgewood College.

Edgewood College Expands Doctoral Degrees

Madison, Wis. (January 24, 2024) – Edgewood College continues to expand its doctoral degree programs with the launch this fall of the fully online Doctor of Business Administration degree (DBA). The new program joins the Doctoral Degrees in Educational Leadership (Ed.D.), and the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree.

New Partnership with The Jed Foundation Supports Student Mental Health

Madison, Wis. (January 23, 2024) – Edgewood College is pleased to announce it has partnered with The Jed Foundation (JED) to become a JED Campus, bolstering support for student well-being and mental health. JED’s program is a nationwide initiative designed to help colleges and universities evaluate and strengthen their mental health, substance misuse, and suicide prevention programs, ensuring the students have the best possible mental health safety nets. Edgewood College joins more than 400 campuses engaged in the JED Campus program.

Henry J. Predolin Foundation Grants $925,000 for Scholarships

Madison, Wis. (December 7, 2023) – Henry J. Predolin Foundation is pleased to announce a grant of $925,000 to Edgewood College. With this grant, Edgewood College will provide approximately 135 students with Predolin Scholarships, serving all class standings, including transfer students. “Since 2008, the College has benefitted from generous grants from the late Henry Predolin through his foundation,” Andrew Manion, President of Edgewood College, said.

Students, Faculty, and Staff Create Reflections for the Season of Advent 2023

Madison, Wis. (December 5, 2023) - In what has become a much-loved tradition, students, faculty, staff, and other members of the Community of Edgewood College have created Reflections for the Season of Advent 2023.

Area Employers Connect with Students at Career and Internship Fair

Madison, Wis. (November 2, 2023) – Employers from Dane County and beyond once again turned out for the Fall 2023 Career and Internship Fair at Edgewood College. The event, which takes place once each fall and once in the spring, provides networking opportunities for a range of employers seeking talented students with majors spanning from Nursing, Finance, Art Therapy, Criminal Justice, and beyond.

Dr. Joe Gothard is the 2024 Minnesota Superintendent of the Year

Madison, Wis. (October 18, 2023) - The Minnesota Association of School Administrators (MASA) has named Dr. Joe Gothard, ’99, MA ’04, Ed.D. ’15, Superintendent of Saint Paul Public Schools (SPPS), the 2024 Minnesota Superintendent of the Year. As the Minnesota honoree, Dr. Gothard is a candidate among other state recipients for National Superintendent of the Year, to be announced in February 2024.

Polacek Honored with Marriage and Family Therapy Award

Madison, Wis. (October 17, 2023) – Edgewood College is pleased to announce that Deb Polacek, Associate Dean of Marriage and Family Therapy, has been named the 2023 Carl A. Whitaker Award honoree. Each year, the Wisconsin Association for Marriage and Family Therapy selects a mental health professional for the honor. The award is given to a Marriage and Family Therapist who has distinguished themselves by contributing to the field of Marriage and Family Therapy in creative or innovative ways.