Welcome to our newsletter for Madison College Student-Athletes and Coaches. Our hope is that you can learn and be inspired and encouraged to carry out Madison College’s commitment to diversity, equity, community engagement, and inclusion. We believe that understanding and respecting all cultural perspectives, experiences, beliefs and values within our athletic department and college, is paramount for creating an environment where we can individually and collectively thrive. We are devoted to inspiring change, educating our community, and advocating for all people.

The Wolfie Awards

The first-ever WOLFIES were held on April 20th inside Mitby Theater, with the Madison College Athletic Department re-imaging its 57th Annual Athletic Awards Banquet. The Wolfie Awards marked a return to an in-person event following three consecutive years of digital banquets via social media for the purpose of celebrating current student-athletes, coaches, and staff for their athletic and academic achievements.

Outstanding RISE Student-Athlete Award

Student-Athlete Mikala Williams was recently recognized by Student-Athlete Development, Success & Equity Coordinator, Jamal Palmer, at the RISE Spring 2023 Gala Ceremony. Mikala Williams is a sophomore Liberal Arts-Pre Health student-athlete from Milwaukee, WI. Mikala intends on transferring to a 4-year institution to study Pre-Med. Academically she holds a 3.5 GPA. Mikala is member of the WolfPack Women’s Basketball Team where she was a co-captain, she started 23 out 28 games and averaged 7 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assist throughout the season. Mikala is also a member of Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) and has been involved in several discussion panels for student athletes of color and social justice issues.

"Transformation doesn’t ask that you stop being you, it demands that you find a way back to the authenticity and strength that you already have inside of you. You only have to bloom!"

Photo Credit: Dr. Jeff Galligan

Student Success Awards

Congratulations to all of our amazing student-athletes who were recognized at the Madison College Spring 2023 Student Success Awards Program!

• Taylor Ripp (Nominee) - Outstanding Student Employee of the Year
• Sammy Nelson (Nominee) - Outstanding Club Officer of the Year
• Taylor Ripp (Winner) & Logan LeTourneau (Nominee) - Exemplary Learner of the Year (School of Arts, Humanities, & Social Sciences)
• Elysia Phon (Winner) - Karen Roberts Student Life Leadership 
• Adam Frohmader (Winner)- President's Volunteer Service Award (Bronze Level) & WolfPack Volunteers Recognition

Baseball Wins Champions of Change Challenge

Throughout the academic year, student-athletes earned points for their team toward the Champions of Change Challenge by attending activities, volunteering to help with school events, providing community service, and maintaining strong academic standards on both an individual and a team level. We are proud to announce that Basebally won the first round of the competition and will house the esteemed belt until the next round.

Madison College students, student-athletes, and staff attended the National Student Leadership Diversity Convention, the largest national gathering of student leaders and campus based advisors to address the most critical topics of diversity and social justice challenging our campuses today. Through experiential workshops, keynote sessions, and round table discussions teams of students explored various elements of diversity and how they affect themselves and their campuses. During the conference students were led through facilitated workshops to develop a Campus Action Plan for a program or event that the teams selects to work on together on in order to bring back a piece of the NSLDC experience to our own campus.

Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month (AAPI Heritage Month) is an annual celebration that recognizes the historical and cultural contributions of individuals and groups of Asian and Pacific Islander descent to the United States. The AAPI umbrella term includes cultures from the entire Asian continent—including East, Southeast and South Asia—and the Pacific Islands of Melanesia, Micronesia and Polynesia. AAPI people are a diverse and growing population that make up about 7 percent of the total U.S. population. AAPI Heritage Month 2023 will take place from Monday, May 1 to Wednesday, May 31. 

Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders have contributed significantly to many facets of American culture and society, including science and medicine, literature and art, sports and recreation, government and politics, and activism and law. 

During the first week of May, our Madison College WolfPack Softball and Baseball teams will bring awareness to Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month by wearing commemorative badges on their batting helmets. Please join us in celebrating AAPI Heritage Month. 

Madison College Athletics is offering youth sport camps for the summer of 2023! Registration is now open for Volleyball, Baseball and Boys Basketball Camps.

The Bookstore is looking to fill Student Help positions. Apply on Handshake today!

Register For Fall Classes

The enrollment window is now open to all new, undeclared, and continuing students for the Fall 23 semester. That means thousands of students will be vying for classes. Get ahead of the crowd and register today for the classes you need.

If you need help, schedule an appointment with your Athletic Academic Advisor using the Navigate app or by stopping by the desk at the Athletics Office.

Textbook Rental Return

Spring textbook rentals are due May 19. Be sure to return any Madison College book with a “rental” sticker by this date to avoid additional fees. Books can be returned via mail or through the outdoor rental drop boxes at the following locations:

• Truax (main building)
• Commercial Avenue
• Goodman South
• Fort Atkinson
• Portage
• Reedsburg
• Watertown

If you need to renew your book(s) for the next semester, email bookstore@madisoncollegebookstore.com. Books can only be renewed for teacher extension or those enrolled in a course using the same required materials.

The 26th Annual Redsten Golf Classic on Wednesday, May 17th at The Oaks Golf Course will now feature a bags tournament option. Students, employees, and the public are all welcome to join.

The Redsten Golf Classic is an annual event that honors the memory of Doug Redsten, who devoted 30 years to students and alumni as a teacher, coach, and administrator. Join us to recognize Redsten.

Registration for golf covers an 18-hole round, lunch, green fees, a cart with GPS, and dinner. Or, sign up for bags to participate in a recreational tournament, win prizes, and enjoy dinner for a team of two. Please note: Individuals cannot register for both events. Proceeds from the event helps fund student scholarships and program enhancements. Register by Monday, May 8.​​​​​​​ 

Graduation Cap Decorating Contest

Yahara Journal Student Art Show

The Yahara Journal Art Show is on display in the Truax Gallery now through May 12th. It features the work of 30 current Madison College students.

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