President Berne at a podium, talking into a microphone, while people look on.

President Berne’s classroom roots shape leadership vision

From her early days teaching in the classroom to leading one of Wisconsin’s largest community colleges, Dr. Jennifer Berne has built a career around curiosity, connection and lifelong learning.
Close up headshot of Donald Dantzler, wearing a blue blazer, red tie.
Dantzler has been elected to the Association of Community College Trustees (ACCT) Board of Directors. This prestigious appointment reflects Dantzler's commitment to advancing community college education.
Two dental hygiene students in green scrubs, masks, smiling at camera, in a dental clinic lab.
The event, a partnership between Madison College and the Greater Dane Dental Society (GDDS), honored local veterans by providing essential dental exams, X-rays, and professional cleanings.
Alex Drebenstedt wearing a plaid shirt, in the background is the Fort Atkinson campus entrance.
If you've been to the Fort Atkinson campus, you've surely met Alex, a 2015 liberal arts and science transfer grad. Madison College had such a profound impact on him that he now inspires students to explore their learning and life potential.
Student in a lab setting wearing protective eye gear and looking at a notebook with a pen in her hand.
Madison College, Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD) and Exact Sciences are joining forces to grow opportunities for students enrolled in the Early College STEM Academy.
A painted image showing an abstract of a person's face with a pink nose, rosy cheeks, orange hair and an multicolor shirt.
The art show honors the triumphs, challenges, hopes, and histories that define the first-gen identity.
Lt. Governor Sarah Rodriquez speaks with a faculty member as President Jennifer Berne looks on.
Lt. Gov. Rodriquez saw how Madison College prepares students for high-demand technical careers and contributes to Wisconsin’s growing need for a skilled STEM workforce.