UW-Milwaukee
Joseph Berg, Sobieski, is among the more than 1,300 prospective candidates for degrees attending University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee commencement exercises Dec. 21.
He will receive a bachelor of science degree from the School of Architecture and Urban Planning.
UW-Whitewater
Lauren Brovold, from Bonduel, who is studying marketing at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, completed the Recognize, Respond and Refer course, taking the first step to supporting mental health support efforts on campus.
The program is a proactive mental health course designed to strengthen UW-Whitewater’s campus community and suicide prevention efforts. Through this training module, RRR equips students, faculty and staff with the knowledge and confidence to identify signs of emotional distress and to respond with empathy, active listening and genuine concern. Participants also learn how to refer individuals to appropriate campus or community resources in a timely manner.
Minnesota State University, Mankato
Parker Besaw, of Abrams, earned a bachelor of science degree in aviation, when Minnesota State University, Mankato, awarded 1,971 degrees to 1,695 students at the end of the fall 2025 semester.


