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President Berne: A college degree isn't the finish line

President Dr. Jennifer Berne calls for investment in education, stronger K–12 and higher education partnerships, deeper employer engagement, and stronger community collaboration to help more students earn credentials, enter careers, and achieve economic mobility.
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Frazier recognized for academic excellence, resilience, leadership and her commitment to creating meaningful human connections.
Musicians dressed in black, seated with guitar, saxophone, trumpet and cello, purple background on stage.
Fans of live music can enjoy free performances by students and community members during the Madison College Fall Concert Series, Oct. 23 to Dec. 22 at Madison College’s Mitby Theater and the Wisconsin State Capitol.
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The program helps address a persistent challenge for rural emergency medical services by training local residents to become emergency medical professionals.

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The scholarship honors Covarrubias’ role as educator, advocate, and lifelong learner whose belief in the power of education continues to create opportunities for students today
President Jennifer Berne, with brown hair, blue blazer, white shirt, in front of Profiles from the Pack logo with blue wolf print.
From meeting with community leaders, befriending Wolfie and running the Celebrate a Nurse 5K, Dr. Berne has found plenty to love during her first year as president, getting to know the people who make Madison College special.
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The community is invited to experience powerful stories and perspectives rooted in identity, resistance, healing and belonging in this Madison College exhibit, on display until Oct. 15.