Mission
Edgewood College, rooted in the Dominican tradition, engages students within a community of learners committed to building a just and compassionate world. The College educates students for meaningful personal and professional lives of ethical leadership, service, and a lifelong search for truth.
Vision
Edgewood College will be an inclusive model of learning, teaching, and scholarship. Our students, alumni, faculty, and staff will be recognized for their pursuit of purposeful lives, vibrant and sustainable communities, and a just world.
Identity
Sponsored by the Sinsinawa Dominicans, Edgewood College is a community of learners that affirms both its Catholic heritage and its respect for other religious traditions. The liberal arts are the foundation of all our curricular offerings in the humanities, arts, sciences, and professional programs. Committed to excellence in teaching and learning, we seek to develop intellect, spirit, imagination, and heart. We embrace and aspire to reflect the rich diversity of the worldβs cultures and perspectives. We foster open, caring, thoughtful engagement with one another and an enduring commitment to service, all in an educational community that seeks truth, compassion, justice and partnership.
Meet Our Team
Mike Sweitzer-Beckman
Mike Sweitzer-Beckman began working at Edgewood College in 2016, and currently serves as Associate Vice President for Institutional Advancement. Prior to joining the College, Mike served as Fund Development Manager at Common Wealth and Director of Development at Holy Wisdom Monastery. He holds a bachelor’s degree in sociology from DePaul University, a master’s degree in divinity from the Jesuit School of Theology at Berkeley, and a master’s degree in business administration from University of Wisconsin-Madison.
Mike is an active member of the Greater Madison Chapter of the Association for Fundraising Professionals, currently serving as the President-Elect for the chapter in 2023. He is a Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE) since 2018. Mike can be reached on LinkedIn or scheduled with through Calendly.
In his free time, Mike enjoys bicycling, playing golf, and spending time with his family.