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I’ve had the privilege of attending the University School of Milwaukee for 14 years. The faculty, staff, and students have provided a supportive environment where my personal and academic interests were encouraged and celebrated. USM has challenged me but more importantly, prepared me for the next chapter of my life. I leave USM grateful for countless memories and lifelong friendships.

USM gave me a big head start on college, which paved the way for my long career in corporate America. The rigorous curriculum at USM definitely made for an easier transition to college—the AP credits allowed me to practically enter as a sophomore. To this day, I attribute my ability to communicate well with a diverse range of people in part to my USM experience.

I transferred to USM my sophomore year from a local public school. After 10 years in the public school system, my parents and I both felt it was time to make a change to smaller class sizes, more individualized work, and a closer-knit community. One of my parents’ biggest regrets is not switching me to USM sooner, which I wholeheartedly agree with!

When I transferred to USM, my whole attitude toward academics changed. It was as if the light was suddenly turned on. I developed a love for learning that happens when you are exposed to faculty who are passionate about what they are teaching.

USM has cultivated the person I am today. I am forever grateful for the support system provided during my time as a student. Maintaining these connections after Commencement, therefore, comes as an honor and privilege. I get to share life insights and accomplishments with current students and alumni as they figure out the next steps in their personal and professional endeavors.

I first came to USM as a 3-year-old enrolled in prekindergarten, and I have essentially grown up in the USM community. In all of my classes, I have felt as though my teachers have thought of me as an individual rather than just another student. I am incredibly grateful that I have had the privilege and opportunity to attend USM throughout my life and how it has prepared me for my future.

When we toured, our kids nicknamed USM the "magical school" after being so impressed by the school, campus, and new cafeteria (which reminded them of Hogwarts). We moved back to Wisconsin just so our kids could attend the "magical school" and it has been every bit as magical as we hoped.  We are beyond thankful to USM for providing such a wonderful education for our children.