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Zart Is Very Happy Dispensing Help as a Pharmacist
Adam Zart ’12 became a pharmacist because he wanted to help people, and the lessons in servant leadership and Franciscan values he learned as a chemistry major at Viterbo University sharpened that focus. It also helped a lot when it came time to find a job.
Counselors Find New Strategies to Help in Pandemic

One of the many important lessons mental health counselor Tara Allert ’16, ’18, has learned over the years at Viterbo University is the ability to roll with the punches.

Liz Pankratz
Scholarship Makes Elizabeth Pankratz Work Even Harder
Knowing that people care so much about students like her that they fund scholarships makes Elizabeth Pankratz want to prove her worth.
Julia Callaghan
Viterbo Experiences Add Up to Success for Julia Callaghan
Giving back to her Viterbo University is par for the course for Julia Callaghan '15, an alumni board member and assistant coach of the women's golf team.
Annette Friedewald
Scholarships Build on Friedewald Legacy

Over the course of his 24 years at Viterbo University, Marv Friedewald left an indelible mark, starting the business program in 1976 and immediately becoming the biggest booster of the university’s fledgling athletics programs.

After Escape from Cuba, New Life Began at Viterbo
Martha (Suarez) Brueggeman '66 came to Viterbo University from Cuba at age 16 with no money and no English skills, but Viterbo embraced her and served as a launching pad for a successful and fulfilling life.
malaki wessel
Scholarship a Shot in the Arm for Malaki Wessel
A scholarship helps Malaki Wessel stay focused on his studies as well as looking to a future time when he can "pay it forward."
Making Musical Memories in Nashville
On a recent trip to Nashville to host and perform at a show choir event, Viterbo's Platinum Edition got a chance to record a song in historic Studio B, where musical giants from Elvis Presley and the Everly Brothers to Willie Nelson and Dolly Parton made hit records.
Linda Gillette
Gundersen Partners Scholarships Aim to Give Students a Boost

Gundersen Partners has a long history of doing myriad good things for the La Crosse area community, but nothing tops the impact of providing college scholarships, according to Linda Gillette, the organization’s president. It’s an investment that pays dividends far into the future.

Scholarship Created to Honor Siblings and Son
For Deak Swanson, starting a scholarship fund at a university he literally helped build was a great way to help students while honoring people he loves.