Engineering His Future to Space & Beyond

Stephen Shaw has been passionate about learning how things work since he was a kid.   Between that, and his love for math, science, and engineering, the Spring 2022 graduate went for an Engineering degree and has gotten to use his talent and skills in a variety of...

Worldwide Impact Brought Close to Home

When Kendra Nusbaum was looking for the right university, two requirements were non-negotiable—the university must have travel abroad opportunities and a reputable nursing program. In 2018, Nusbaum toured Winona State University after hearing about its nursing...

Carrying the Torch through Teaching

Even as an undergraduate student at Winona State University, Tommy Sawyer knew he wanted to become a teacher—and a great one, at that. In high school, his social studies teachers made such a positive impact on his learning experience that he couldn’t wait to create an...

From Classroom to Legal Experience

The Legal Studies Department gave 15 Winona State University students the opportunity to make a difference in someone else’s life by helping prevent certain legal cases from being an obstacle to employment and housing.   Dr. Gregory Richard, an Associate Professor of...

A Childhood Dream Come True

As a kid growing up, Alex Tracy wanted to be a teacher.   When he was six years old, he would come home from school and teach his homework to his stuffed animals, family members, or to no one at all. That dream never changed.  The Fall 2021 Winona State University...

WSU Supports Youth Development Professionals

  Throughout the pandemic, personal and professional challenges have left many feeling depleted and stuck in the middle, with a lack of clarity on how to fuel forward. This has been especially true for non-profit teams committed to serving the common good and...