UW-Oshkosh Public Affairs and Global Engagement

08/14/2026

Thank you to Oshkosh Public Museum for supporting our students!

Starting your first year of college? Your Oshkosh Public Museum membership is on us! 🎓

The Oshkosh Public Museum is offering free memberships for first-year college students for the 2026–27 school year.

To activate your membership, simply bring your student ID to the Visitor Services desk.

Your membership includes:

- Free Museum admission for a full year
- A subscription to The Muse, our quarterly publication
- Invitations to exhibition previews and member-exclusive events
- Free or discounted tickets to Museum programs
- 20% off Museum Store merchandise

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08/13/2026

So proud of our PAGE Master of Public Administration alumni - It's amazing to see what our alumni can achieve!

From the classroom to Deputy Mayor — Joseph Stephenson ’15, ’20 (Urban & Regional Planning, MPA) is redefining what’s possible for Wisconsin communities. Congratulations to one of this year’s Outstanding Young Alumni recipients!

Joseph is an emerging leader in housing policy and economic development. He led the redesign of the award-winning SPARC program, created Menasha’s Strong Neighborhoods Program (leveraging nearly $1M in housing investment), and was appointed by the Governor to the WHEDA Board — all while serving as Deputy Mayor of Oshkosh.

Joseph credits UWO’s MPA program and strong sense of community with preparing him to step directly into public service.

Congratulations, Joseph. Thank you for investing in this community, and for showing what’s possible when you stay close to home.

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Read about all the award recipients here: https://loom.ly/Gc8E3cg

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This year, the UW-Oshkosh Alumni Association Board received applications from a pool of more than 110,000 alumni worldwide — and, after a competitive and difficult review, these eight Titans were selected as 2026 recipients.

All 8 honorees will be celebrated at the Alumni Awards Dinner on Friday, Oct. 23, during Homecoming weekend (Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026).

Know an alum who deserves recognition? Nominations for the 2027 Alumni Awards are now open at https://www.uwosh.edu/alumni/alumni-awards/

08/04/2026

The School of Public Affairs and Global Engagement (PAGE) is proud to celebrate George Gabera ’92, a Political Science alumnus whose career has been defined by service, leadership and civic engagement. From a distinguished career in law enforcement to nearly three decades of service with the U.S. Navy, Gabera exemplifies how a UWO education can inspire graduates to make a meaningful impact in their communities and around the world.

Read more about his accomplishments and recognition as a 2026 UW-Oshkosh Distinguished Alumni Award recipient:

Receiving a University of Wisconsin–Oshkosh Distinguished Alumni Award is George Gabera, a senior military officer with the U.S. Navy and retired police detective who resides in London, United Kingdom.

07/30/2026

Congratulations to UW-Oshkosh faculty member Dr. Margaret Huettl on being featured on the American History Hit podcast!

In this fascinating episode, Dr. Huettl shares the story of the Lewis and Clark Expedition through the eyes of Sacagawea, highlighting her vital role in one of America's most significant historical journeys. The conversation offers fresh insights into a foundational chapter of American history and sheds light on a figure whose contributions deserve greater recognition.

We are proud to see Dr. Huettl sharing her expertise with audiences around the world and showcasing the impactful scholarship happening at UW-Oshkosh.

🎧 Listen to the episode:

Listen to Lewis & Clark & Sacagawea's Expedition from American History Hit. Lewis and Clark's expedition is a foundational story of America and Sacagawea was more central to it than is remembered. We hear this incredible tale through Sacagawea's eyes with our guest Dr Margaret Huettl, from the Unive...

07/29/2026

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07/29/2026

Hugh congratulations to an amazing PAGE alumni! We are proud of your outstanding work

A liberal arts degree, a seat at the table in AI and national security, and zero apologies for breaking the mold — meet Amy Bahrani ’11 (Political Science & Religious Studies), one of this year’s Outstanding Young Alumni recipients!

Amy brings a liberal arts background into one of the most technical fields around — now serving as AI & Data Senior Manager at Accenture Federal Services, supporting national security initiatives. She’s been nominated for a national Women in Technology Emerging Leader award, sits on the Board of Directors for Women in Aerospace, and leads a $200,000 fundraising initiative for Blood Cancer United.

Congratulations, Amy. We’re proud to see a Titan breaking new ground — thank you for representing us so well.

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Read about all the award recipients here: https://loom.ly/Gc8E3cg

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This year, the UW-Oshkosh Alumni Association Board received applications from a pool of more than 110,000 alumni worldwide — and, after a competitive and difficult review, these eight Titans were selected as 2026 recipients.

All 8 honorees will be celebrated at the Alumni Awards Dinner on Friday, Oct. 23, during Homecoming weekend (Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026).

Know an alum who deserves recognition? Nominations for the 2027 Alumni Awards are now open at https://www.uwosh.edu/alumni/alumni-awards/

07/08/2026

📣 Join Us for the 2026 UWO McNair & Beckman Presentation Week! 🔬🎓

Mark your calendars for July 15 & 16, 2026 and come support our talented McNair and Beckman scholars as they showcase their PAGE summer research projects!

This presentation week provides an invaluable opportunity for students to receive feedback and refine their work before presenting at the SPARK Symposium at UW–Eau Claire on July 23, 2026.

📍 Location: Sage Hall, Room 1234

Let's celebrate the hard work, innovation, and academic excellence of our UWO scholars. We hope to see you there! 👏

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06/25/2026

🌟 Student Spotlight: Brandon Hennes, MPA Graduate 🌟

Please join us in congratulating Brandon Hennes, MBA, MPA, on his recent appointment as Finance Director for the Village of DeForest!

Brandon earned his Master of Public Administration (MPA) from the University of Wisconsin–Oshkosh, where he developed the leadership and public service skills that continue to guide his professional success.

We are proud to see our alumni leading and serving communities across Wisconsin. Congratulations, Brandon, on this exciting next chapter!

📖 Read more about Brandon's new role here:

The Village of DeForest hired its new Finance Director Brandon Hennes just earlier this spring in April, 2026.

06/23/2026

🎉 Congratulations to the 2027 Kenneth J. Grieb Professorship Award Recipients at UW-Oshkosh! 🌍

We are proud to recognize the winners of the 2027 Kenneth J. Grieb Professorship Award, which supports UW-Oshkosh faculty in developing new courses or enhancing existing curriculum with a global focus.
Dr. Kenneth J. Grieb dedicated decades of service to UW-Oshkosh as director of the International Studies program and faculty advisor to the Model United Nations program. Through the generosity of his estate, this award continues his legacy by fostering global learning opportunities for students.

👏 2027 Award Recipients:
Elena Gonzalez-Muntaner
Stephanie Stern
Ula Klein
Orlaith Heymann
Erin DeMuynck
Misty McPhee
Stephen Kercher
✈️ Travel Support/Professional Development Award:
Erin DeMuynck & Amber Lusvardi

Thank you for your commitment to expanding global perspectives in the classroom and enriching the educational experience of our students.
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06/04/2026

This week PAGE is highlighting the Chicana/o & Latinx Studies Certificate. Over the summer, we are working with Oshkosh Public Museum on a Mariachi Camp.