Professional Awards
WACAC recognizes those in our respective fields who go above and beyond the call of duty.
Congratulations to the 2023 award winners!
High School Counseling Professional of the Year: Chandar Robertson, Boys and Girls Club of Greater Milwaukee
The High School Counseling Professional of the Year honors high school employees that exemplify excellence and dedication to serving the needs of students in the transition from high school to college.
Admissions Professional of the Year: Jill Cardinal, Ripon College
The Admissions Professional of the Year honors college/university admission professionals who exemplify excellence and dedication to serving the needs of students in the transition from high school to college.
Support Staff/Professional of the Year: Nancy Jaeger, University School of Milwaukee
The Support Staff/Professional of the year honors college/university or high school professionals who exemplify excellence and dedication to serving the needs of students and the work to be done.
Rising Star Award: Stephanie Melendrez, Alverno College
The Rising Star award honors college/university or high school professionals who exemplify excellence and dedication in their first five years in the admissions/counseling profession.
Jim Miller Commitment to Service Award: Jim Zielinski, Prairie School
The Commitment to Service award honors college/university or high school professionals who exemplify excellence and dedication throughout a lifetime.