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Thanatology Program Director Named ADEC Academic Educator of the Year

July 5, 2023 News

Madison, Wis. (July 5, 2023) – The Association for Death Education and Counseling (ADEC) recognizes Thanatology professionals for their commitment to the field and advancing the study of dying, death, and bereavement. Janet McCord, Ph.D., F.T., received their “Academic Educator of the Year” award at the annual conference in Columbus, Ohio. The academic educator award honors an individual with expertise in the field of dying, death, and bereavement as demonstrated by advanced academic degrees, professional honors, awards, and other contributions.

President Manion Offers Statement on Affirmative Action Decision

June 29, 2023 News

Madison, Wis. (June 29, 2023) – "Edgewood College is committed to welcoming students and employees of all races, religions, and ethnicities. We do not take racial designations into account in our admissions process, nor in our hiring process," President Andrew Manion said.

Dean’s List and Semester Honors Announced for Spring 2023 Semester

June 21, 2023 News

Madison, Wis. (June 21, 2023) - Edgewood College has named the students who have earned a place on the Dean’s List, or on the Semester Honors List, for the Spring 2023 Semester.

Rachel Ehrhart Blazes Path to Success at Edgewood College

June 15, 2023 News

Madison, Wis. (June 15, 2023) - Looking for a college that nurtured her academic needs and fueled her desire to compete, Rachel Ehrhart ’23 was drawn to Edgewood College. A high-achieving student and a cross country standout, she carved her own lane as a high school student-athlete. She qualified to run at the state championship during her high school career. This hard work opened many doors of future opportunity.

Justice is Evidence of Hope

May 24, 2023 News

Madison, Wis. (May 24, 2023) - While some of their peers flocked to white, sandy beaches during spring break, four Edgewood College students took part in a border immersion experience that would radically challenge, and change, their definition of justice.

Coach Gary Oftedahl to Retire After Remarkable Career at Edgewood College

May 16, 2023 News

Madison, Wis. (May 16, 2023) – Gary Oftedahl, who has served as the Edgewood College Eagles golf coach for 23 years, and as an assistant coach for the Eagles women’s basketball program for two years prior, has announced his retirement as the 2022-23 academic year ends.

College Celebrates Commencement

May 10, 2023 News

Madison, Wis. (May 10, 2023) –Edgewood College will honor more than two hundred and fifty candidates for both undergraduate and graduate degrees during two outdoor Commencement ceremonies on campus on Saturday, May 13, 2023.

Ken Kavajacz Honored with Underkofler Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching Award

May 4, 2023 News

Madison, Wis. (May 4, 2023) – Dr. Ken Kavajacz has been honored with the 2023 Underkofler Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching Award at Edgewood College. “You will never find Dr. Kavajacz in his office when he is not teaching,” Victoria Palmisano, Associate Dean for Business, Communications, and Innovation, said. “He’s most often found in Wingra Commons, where he works on his courses and grading, and ensures that he is available for students to ask for help.”

College Responds to Cardinal Stritch Announcement

April 20, 2023 News

Madison, Wis. (April 20, 2023) – Edgewood College is responding to students affected by the recent announcement that Cardinal Stritch University will close this year at the end of the spring semester. “This hits close to home both literally, as they are only about 90 miles from here, and symbolically, as they are a fellow WAICU institution,” President Andrew Manion, said.

Henry J. Predolin Foundation Gifts $1,165,000 for Scholarships

March 6, 2023 News

Madison, Wis. (March 6, 2023) – Henry J. Predolin Foundation is pleased to announce a grant of $1,165,000 to Edgewood College. This grant—a record high amount among their 15 years of annual grants to the College—will provide scholarships for approximately 166 students—incoming first-year, upper-level, and transfer students to Edgewood College.

Edgewood College Partners with Madison Country Day School

February 25, 2023 News

Madison, Wis. (February 25, 2023) - Edgewood College is partnering with Madison Country Day School (MCDS) to host their second annual Summer Research Academy.

Community Contributors Create ‘Reflections for the Season of Lent 2023’

February 20, 2023 News

Madison, Wis. (February 22, 2023) - Continuing an annual tradition, contributors from throughout the community of Edgewood College have created Reflections for the Season of Lent 2023.

Dean’s List and Semester Honors Announced for Fall 2022 Semester

February 9, 2023 News

Madison, Wis. (February 9, 2023) - Edgewood College has named the students who have earned a place on the Dean’s List, or on the Semester Honors List, for the Fall 2022 Semester.

Janet McCord to Join ‘The Larry Meiller Show’ on February 6

February 3, 2023 News

Madison, Wis. (February 3, 2023) – Janet McCord, Ph.D., F.T., Director of MS Thanatology Program, is set to join 'The Larry Meiller Show' on Monday, February 6 at 11:45 am.

College Identifies Key Partner for Future Students, Programs

January 31, 2023 News

Madison, Wis. (January 31, 2023) – Edgewood College has entered into a business partnership with upGrad, a global leader in online higher education. The partnership gives Edgewood College access to upGrad’s expertise in emerging technologies in online education, and will enable the College to expand the work begun by the Dominican Sisters of Sinsinawa in the Fall of 1927, the first year Edgewood Junior College began educating students.

New Nursing Degree Program Launched With UW-Whitewater at Rock County

January 27, 2023 News

Madison, Wis. (January 27, 2023) – Residents of southeastern Wisconsin will now have an opportunity to earn a Bachelor of Science in Nursing while remaining in the region. A unique new program brings the Nursing program at Edgewood College to the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater at Rock County campus, complete with a full faculty, clinical coordination expertise, and an innovative curriculum that integrates classroom instruction with hands-on clinical and simulation experiences.

Annual MLK Tribute and Celebration Returns in 2023

January 13, 2023 News

Madison, Wis. (January 13, 2023) - After a hiatus one year ago, the the Annual MLK Tribute and Celebration has returned for 2023. The event is hosted by Jonathan Overby ’03, MA ’09, Ed.D. ’11, a distinguished alum of Edgewood College.

Ruth Foundation for the Arts Makes Major Gift to Edgewood College

December 8, 2022 News

Madison, Wis. (December 8, 2022) – Ruth Foundation for the Arts (Ruth Arts) has announced a grant of $75,000 to Edgewood College for Ernest Hüpeden’s Painted Forest Art Environment in Valton, Wisconsin. This grant, as part of their total $11.5 million in gifts to 138 arts organizations this fall, came from the new Ruth DeYoung Kohler (RDK) Legacy Fund.

Students, Faculty, and Staff Create Reflections for the Season of Advent 2022

November 22, 2022 News

Madison, Wis. (November 27, 2022) - In what has become a much-loved tradition, students, faculty, staff, and other members of the Community of Edgewood College have created Reflections for the Season of Advent 2022.

New Nursing Transfer Agreement with Madison College

November 22, 2022 News

Madison, Wis. (November 22, 2022) – Edgewood College is pleased to announce a new agreement with Madison College that provides a unique, direct path for associate degree nursing students to complete an advanced degree in Nursing. The articulation agreement has been in planning since prior to the pandemic.