Welcoming Willie Jude II, Vice Chancellor
Willie Jude II
UW-Parkside is proud to welcome Willie Jude II as vice chancellor for advancement. In this role, he will lead philanthropy, alumni relations, and university communications.  

Willie comes to Parkside following the retirement of associate chancellor Tom Krimmel ‘72 in December. Please join us in wishing Tom all the best and welcoming Willie to the Ranger community! 
Parkside Day 2021
You're Invited!

Parkside Day: April 15

Be a part of our third annual Parkside Day. On April 15, alumni will come together for 24 hours of celebration and support to make a collective difference.

Rangers, let’s see what happens when we all give back, together!
NEW THIS YEAR...
Ranger Run

Pre-Parkside Day
Whether you're a serious runner or just looking for a great outdoor activity, the Ranger Run is fun for all ages. Pick your run, run on your own time and choose your location. Run, jog, walk or scavenger hunt your way to Parkside Day!
Ranger Clean Up Day
Apr 15 | 10 am-12 pm

Participate in outdoor environmental projects at several locations in Kenosha County. Don’t live in the area? No problem! Pick a location and a cause that is important to you within your own community and let us know you are volunteering.

All volunteers near and far will receive a Rangers Give Back shirt to wear while making a difference.
Virtual Ranger Alumni Reunion
Apr 15 | 4:30-5:30 pm

Come together with other Rangers to celebrate the third annual Parkside Day. Meet the new Vice Chancellor of Advancement, Willie Jude II, and join breakout groups with your favorite faculty and staff members. All registered alumni will be entered to win prizes and have the opportunity to transform students’ lives. There is no cost to attend this event.
Parkside Day bear hat
Be a Difference Maker
Have your Parkside Day gift counted early. Several donors have stepped forward to offer challenge funds to inspire you to join them on Parkside Day – over $20,000 in challenge funds are waiting to be unlocked by you through your participation. Help us reach our Parkside Day goal of 500 donors– a gift of any size makes a difference.
Upcoming Events
Women’s History Month Speaker Series 

Mar 5 | 2 pm  Jacqie McWilliams 
Mar 12 | 2 pm Rep. Ruth Buffalo 
Mar 19 | 2 pm Dierdre Drake 
 
Join us for three dynamic women sharing their personal and professional achievements, in this virtual speaker series hosted by the Office of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.  
Lab Girl Big Read
Trees, Seeds, and Soil - An Outdoor UW-Parkside Campus Tour

Mar 21 | 1 pm

As part of UW-Parkside's participation in the NEA Big Read of Lab Girl by Hope Jahren, join us for an outdoor walking tour of community gardens, maple trees, rivers, and solar panels on UW-Parkside’s beautiful green campus.

Parkside scientists Dave Rogers and Julie Kinzelman ‘84 and alum Jake Rogers ‘14 will share some of Parkside’s sustainability practices and their own passion for science. This program is in-person and outside. Masks required. 
Spring Virtual Internship & Career Fair
 
April 7 | 12-5 pm 

Join UW-Parkside, area colleges, and employers recruiting for internships and jobs for students and recent graduates (typically up to 3 years out of college). Sign up for employer group and one-on-one sessions with the recruiters you're interested in to learn more and have face-to-face time with them. 

If you’re an employer, consider recruiting UW-Parkside talent for your business or organization at this fair. 
Send Us a Note!

Let UW-Parkside Alumni Relations know about changes to your contact information or important life updates. If you submit an alumni note, we may include it in the upcoming spring/summer Parkside: The Magazine issue or in other UW-Parkside communications.