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From WSU to the Air Force: One First-Gen Student’s Story of Success through Support

by elenaarmstrong | Dec 7, 2023 | Academic News, Achievements, Campus News, Commencement, Student News, Top Stories, WSU News

As a first-generation student and active Air Force member, Tanner Olson overcame a unique set of challenges while earning his Individualized Studies bachelor’s degree. During his time at Winona State University, Olson discovered the strength of a strong support...

Pursuing Excellence While Working Full Time

by Jaidyn Brower | May 11, 2023 | Commencement, Featured Post, Features, Top Stories, WSU News

In terms of tuition cost, location, and class size, Winona State University was the perfect fit for James Armstead. “Having a smaller class size was by far my favorite thing,” said Armstead. “It makes introducing, getting to know and getting help...

Megan Kafer: Regaining Independence

by Kassidy Jackson | Dec 7, 2016 | Academic News, Achievements, Featured Post, Student News, Top Stories, Twitter, WSU News

During Megan Kafer’s freshman year in college, her life changed forever when she was involved in a tragic car accident. After the accident, Kafer developed severe post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), major depressive disorder and anxiety, and had to take leave from...

WSU Celebrates Spring 2016 Commencement

by Brett Burger | Apr 29, 2016 | Events, Student News, Twitter, WSU News

More than 1100 students will participate in the Winona State University Spring 2016 Commencement ceremonies Friday, May 6, in McCown Gymnasium in Memorial Hall on the Winona campus. The morning ceremony will begin at 9:30 a.m. and include the College of Business, the...

Danielle Weiler: Making A Difference

by Samantha Stetzer | Apr 18, 2016 | Student News, Twitter, WSU News

Danielle Weiler transferred to Winona State University in fall 2014 because the minute she stepped on campus, she felt at home. “It wasn’t just that I chose Winona State, but it was like we chose each other,” Weiler said. Weiler took advantage of the ample...

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