Student Support Initiatives

Investing in Student Support Initiatives

At UW-Eau Claire, student success extends far beyond the classroom. A wide range of programs provide support, guidance, and resources that help students thrive throughout their college journey. From leadership development and career preparation to wellness initiatives and basic needs support, these programs empower students to grow as scholars, professionals, and engaged members of the community.

Your Impact

While some of our outstanding programs are featured with a matching challenge, there are many others that you can support

  • Blugold Emergency Support Fund: Provides financial support when unexpected, emergency situations arise such as a housefire or medical emergency
  • Counseling Services: Ensures that students have access to mental health services when in need
  • Services for Students with Disabilities: Provides a variety of services and accommodations to ensure that facilities and programs at UW-Eau Claire are accessible for all students.
  • Student Health Services: Ensures students have access to affordable, high-quality health care including a variety of clinical services and health education programs.
  • Unpaid Internship Fund: Provides financial support for students who are completing unpaid internships that are required for their degree programs.
  • McNair Program: Provides hands-on scholarly research opportunities, faculty mentorship, and academic support for students who meet federal eligibility requirements.

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Honors College - $2,000!
All gifts to the Honors College will be matched dollar-for-dollar until we reach $2,000 thanks to Matt Berg '95 and Rebecca Berg'96!
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Fill the Map Challenge - $6,000 match!
Our Blugold impact spans across borders! Last year, we got a gift from ALL 50 STATES on Giving Day and we are aiming to do it again! The match is co-sponsored by Steve Bateman and Mark Hagen. They've pledged to match the first $100 donated from each state! To sweeten the deal, if we receive contributions from every single state, they will contribute an extra $1,000 to support UW-Eau Claire students! Help us make this a nationwide success! Steve is a 1980 Accounting grad and credits much of his UWEC experience in helping launch his professional career. Mark Hagen is a 1979 Business Administration and Information Systems grad who spent the majority of his career working for Cargill, Inc. They are happy to co-sponsor this Giving Tuesday match and encourage other Blugolds to give back!!
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Match
Children's Nature Academy - $2,500 match!
All gifts to support the Children's Nature Academy will be matched dollar-for-dollar up to $2,500 thanks to an anonymous donor! Make your gift today to double your support for the Children's Nature Academy.

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