Your Career Starts at Parkside
Your future is full of possibilities, and UW-Parkside is the place to help you make them a reality. Join us for “Your Career Starts at Parkside,” where you’ll discover how UW-Parkside can help you start your journey in teaching or medical careers.
You’ll hear directly from UW-Parkside alumni who have successfully launched careers as teachers, doctors, and healthcare professionals. Through fun, interactive, and engaging sessions, this event will give you a roadmap from college to career, with insider tips on what it takes to excel in these fields.
TUE, FEB 18 | Bedford Hall, UW-Parkside
5:15 PM | Optional Admissions Tour
6:00–6:45 PM | “I Picked Parkside – Teacher” Session*
6:45–7:15 PM | Admissions and Financial Aid Q&A
7:15–8:00 PM | “I Picked Parkside – Doctor” Session*
*Livestream available
What to Expect
- Hear from experts about UW-Parkside’s standout education and pre-health programs, known for small class sizes and individualized attention.
- Learn about our remarkable 90% medical school acceptance rate and the lowest tuition rate of any four-year university in the state.
- Connect directly with admissions and financial aid experts during a dedicated Q&A session.
- Tailor your experience by attending one or both sessions.
Teaching Session
Hear firsthand about their career paths, advice for future teachers, and why they chose Parkside.
- Hannah Carls, '21 (Elementary Education) – Recently named Best Teacher in Racine County, Hannah is a standout educator at Red Apple Elementary in Racine.
- Max Feiler (Music Education) -- Max teaches instrumental music at Case High School in Racine.
- Jon Fuhrer, '18 (Secondary Education and History) – A dedicated Sociology and Government teacher at Walden High School in Racine.
- Carmin Raciti (Special Education) – A resource special education teacher in grade 3-5 at Rutledge Hall Elementary School, Lincolnwood, IL.
- Ella Rondeau (Elementary Education and Special Education student)
Pre-Health Session
Learn what it takes to get into medical, pharmacy, and dental programs from those who’ve been through it.
- Dr. Alyssa Zimny '15 (Biological Sciences) – Now a practicing physician, Dr. Zimny will share what it takes to succeed in medical school.
- Tony Ferraro (Pre-Pharmacy Student) – Recently admitted to UW-Madison’s pharmacy school, Tony credits Parkside’s high acceptance rates and personalized advising for his success.
- Matt Davis '24 (Applied Health Sciences) Recently accepted to several Dental Schools.
Reserve Your Spot Now!
(Can’t Make It In Person? This event will also be livestreamed, register on the link below to receive more information.)
INTERESTED IN OTHER EVENTS AT PARKSIDE?
Check out our visit page with information on other career specific events as well and Ranger Saturdays, Experience Parkside Day, and campus tours.