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MBA Candidate, Athena Nominee

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“The ATHENA Leadership Award® is presented to an individual who displays professional excellence, community service, and actively assists women in their attainment of professional excellence and leadership skills. The ATHENA Leadership Award® was inspired by the goddess of Greek mythology known for her strength, courage, wisdom and enlightenment. The award’s rich history, international scope, and focus on […]

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Economic Development: If I Could Build Wausau for the Future

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Growing up in Wausau most of my life, it took me moving to college to see the assets Wausau had. I enjoy being here and my family anchors me here, but I have seen new people move in and out of Wausau struggling to find their niche, connect with people and enjoy Wausau’s assets. Being […]

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Capitalizing on These Shoes I Borrow

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Sometimes it takes generations to break the cycle of poverty and oppression. And even when the cycle is broken, it can be easy to fall back into. As a child of political refugees, my parents came to America with nothing but the shirts on their back. My parents spoke little English and did their best […]

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