Professional and Continuing Education

Crista is an experienced professional who is passionate about lifelong learning and helping individuals achieve their own unique personal and professional development goals. Crista is a skilled leader with experience in operations management, training and development, project management, strategic planning, budget management, recruitment and enrollment, and sales and marketing. Crista's specialties include business development, mentoring, nonprofits, event and program management.

Stefanie oversees the Workforce and Career Training, ETPL, SHRM, Project Management Flex Certificate, HR Skills Training, Graduate Certificates, and the upcoming Certificate in Cultural and Interpersonal Dynamics.

Stefanie began working at UW-Parkside in January 2020. Before joining UW-Parkside in 2020, Stefanie worked as a Senior Trainer and Organizational Development Specialist in both the financial and healthcare industry. 
In November 2022, she was promoted to the Assistant Director of Noncredit Programs. In her current role, she manages development trainings, assists with the development of noncredit-to-credit pathways, customized training contracts for organizations, and arranges community-based personal enrichment classes. Stefanie is the secretary of the Parkside Employee Alumni Group (PEAG), a member of the Leadership Racine Planning Committee (and proud LR23 graduate), and the social media chair on the SRKA Board of Directors. Stefanie is also 2007 graduate of UW-Parkside.

In her spare time, Stefanie teaches Zumba and Strong Nation classes, loves to travel with her family, and enjoys theatre.

Silbi is an accomplished higher education professional with extensive experience in student services, financial aid administration, and institutional leadership. With a strong foundation in finance and over a decade of dedicated service in higher education, she has consistently championed student success through equitable access to financial resources and supportive institutional practices.

Silbi holds a Master’s degree in Higher Education and Leadership, which has further strengthened her ability to lead strategic initiatives and develop student-centered solutions. She has served in various leadership roles, leveraging a combination of financial expertise and a deep commitment to educational equity to improve student outcomes and streamline administrative processes.

Known for her collaborative approach and results-driven mindset, Silbi continues to be a trusted advocate for students and a valuable contributor to the advancement of higher education.
 

Kevin started as the Coordinator for the Educational Opportunity Center at UW-Parkside. He was recently promoted to an Outreach Specialist. He graduated with his BA in Secondary Education from the University of Wisconsin – Eau Claire. Kevin brings to the team experience with case management and a passion for lifelong learning. He looks forward to the collaboration between the EOC and its partners to support the educational goals of the community. In his spare time, Kevin enjoys a good movie with his dog, Scruffy. 

Alex joined the team in November 2024!

Alex is the Outreach Coordinator for the Educational Opportunity Center at UW-Parkside. She graduated with a B.S. in Psychology from the University of Wisconsin – La Crosse and earned her Master’s in Information Science from the University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee. Before joining the EOC team, she was working at a local non-profit in Racine that focused on helping downtown businesses and programming community events. She aspires to use her educational and professional background to make connections with potential students and help them access the information and resources they need to become college-ready. When she is not at work, Alex enjoys curling up with a good book and spending time with her husband and her Australian Cattle Dog rescue, Sadie.  

Olivia is our new Outreach Associate!  

Olivia started in April as an Outreach Associate for EOC at UW-Parkside. Olivia graduated from University of Wisconsin - Madison with a degree in English and a minor in Folk Studies. Her experience in public speaking and event coordination came from leadership positions in student organizations. Before working in higher education, she worked as a teacher abroad and taught in the Wisconsin public school system. With her knowledge of writing and the education system, she is excited to guide future students on their path forward. In her free time, Olivia enjoys music, writing, and spending time with loved ones.