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The May 2024 edition of the UW Oshkosh alumni Class Notes showcases the remarkable achievements of former students across various fields and locations.

Kirk Ruhnke, a member of the Class of '75, hailing from Hurricane, Utah, was recently inducted into the Wisconsin Advertising Hall of Fame.

Russ Van Gompel, who graduated in '80 and resides in Oshkosh, retired as the City of Oshkosh finance director and was honored with a key to the city by Mayor Matt Mugerauer.

Scott Roberts, Class of '82, based in Naples, Florida, is now serving as the chief revenue officer for Segra, a prominent independent fiber network company.

Wendy Haase-Roberts, a '93 alumna from Long Beach, California, has been appointed as the president and CEO of Travel Santa Ana, bringing 25 years of experience in the travel and tourism industry to her new role.

Michelle Dalton, who graduated in '97 and '10, from Omro, is excelling as the vice president of strategic partner development for Proforma, while actively contributing to the business community and receiving accolades such as the 2023 Gold Titan Award for Women in Business.

Molly Gilbertson, a '97 graduate from Waupun, is making an impact as the operations officer at National Exchange Bank & Trust and contributing to the Kiwanis Club in Beaver Dam.

Other notable alumni mentioned in the Class Notes include Rev. James Droste, Jason Mathwig, Anne Michels, Andrew Selgrad, Robert Benzinger, Heather Winscher, Virginia Maus, Tanya Reynen, Kimberly Klaetsch, Jolene Schatzinger, Liz Wollenberg, Katelyn Lothary, Daniel Brosman, Reginald Parson, Jennifer Faris, Mai Nu Vang, Courtney Hansen, Renee Smith, and Wanda Burnley, all recognized for their outstanding contributions in their respective fields and communities.

The diverse accomplishments of these UW Oshkosh alumni reflect the university's commitment to fostering excellence and leadership in its graduates, who continue to make a positive impact in various sectors across the country.