UW-Parkside Hosts “Your Career Starts at Parkside” for Aspiring Educators and Healthcare...

Published: January 15, 2025

High school students with dreams of careers in teaching or healthcare will not want to miss "Your Career Starts at Parkside," on Tuesday, Feb. 18. This free event provides an exclusive opportunity to explore these rewarding fields and learn from UW-Parkside alumni who have achieved success as educators, doctors, pharmacists, and dentists.

Event highlights:

• Optional Admissions Campus Tour: Begin the evening with a guided tour of the UW-Parkside campus at 5:15 p.m.
• Teacher Panel (6:00-6:45 p.m.): Hear from alumni who have launched thriving careers in education and discover what it takes to succeed in teaching.
• Break & Q&A (6:45-7:15 p.m.): Get answers to your questions about admissions, and financial aid from UW-Parkside experts.
• Doctor Panel (7:15-8:00 p.m.): Learn from alumni who have excelled in medicine, pharmacy, and dentistry, as they share their journeys and tips for future success.

Attendees can choose to participate in one session or both and have the option to join in person on the UW-Parkside campus or online via livestream. Registration is required to attend.

This event offers a rare opportunity to gain insider knowledge from professionals who have turned their UW-Parkside education into meaningful careers. Learn how UW-Parkside's hands-on support, unique resources-including the new Tallent Hall Physician Assistant space-and affordable tuition provide the feel of a private university without the hefty price tag.

Secure your spot by registering online.

Since its founding in 1968, the University of Wisconsin-Parkside has been a trusted partner for the region's higher educational needs, empowering students to thrive, advancing applied knowledge, and developing talent for the future. The university offers undergraduate and graduate degrees, as well as certificates and pre-professional programs, designed to foster personal and professional growth through real-world and impactful learning experiences. Located in the dynamic Chicago-Milwaukee corridor, UW-Parkside offers unmatched access to world-class internships, professional networks, and endless career-building opportunities, placing students at the center of it all.

Media contact:

Scott Rudie
Executive Director of Communication and Marketing
University of Wisconsin-Parkside
[email protected] | (262) 300-9549