Morgridge Book

Dear Tashia and John:

When I first started in my role as Dean, a function of the job I was really looking forward to was getting the chance to interact with the School’s alumni and friends. Your warm welcome and subsequent wise counsel throughout the years has been invaluable to me on a professional and personal level. Tashia, your continued service on the School’s Board of Visitors is greatly appreciated by your fellow board members and me. Your extensive knowledge of the challenges and opportunities educators and students face in K-12 and higher education, particularly in the state of Wisconsin, has brought to light important topics and questions during our meetings. I really believe we have the best board on campus! Thank you for your continued partnership, and for inspiring our alumni and friends to invest their time, talent, and treasure in a truly remarkable institution. The success of the School of Education’s Impact 2030 initiative would not have been possible without your generous lead gift and challenge to others to participate. You helped open the School’s iconic red doors to a new generation of donors — the ripple effect on our students, faculty, staff, and communities we serve will be felt for years to come. And for that, I am forever grateful.

With gratitude,

Diana Hess Dean of the School of Education