Women of Midland
3rd Annual Women of Midland Campaign
The Women of Midland campaign is a fundraising and storytelling initiative held during Women's History Month that aims to recognize past and present women of Midland and raise scholarship support to impact future generations of women students at Midland University. The campaign aims to raise funds for the Women of Midland Scholarship Fund in honor of bold women who forged paths to become the first in their fields to achieve a goal, to encourage future women to be bold, courageous, and be inspired to become a "first."
Women of Midland Scholarship Fund
The Women of Midland Scholarship Fund was created to celebrate 140 years of women at Midland University. Through this scholarship fund, we hope to inspire and support the next generation of women at Midland by supporting traditional or non-traditional female students of Midland University's undergraduate programs.
How You Can Get Involved in This Exciting Campaign
- Make a gift to the Women of Midland Scholarship Fund in honor of a bold woman who impacted your life.
- Share a story of a Midland woman--professor, staff or family member, alumnus, or friend - to recognize them.
- Spread the word, and encourage others to give and share stories
- Contact us to learn more about starting a scholarship, contributing to a special project or existing scholarship, or making a planned gift.
Women of Midland Spotlights
In 2024, we celebrate the women who forged paths, displayed courage, pressed on, and blazed trails for future generations. Many of these women were the first in their fields to succeed. Who do you know was the first woman in their field to achieve a goal no one thought they would?
Read inspirational stories about women, and stories shared by alumni and friends. Who do you know was the first woman in their field to achieve a goal? Who do you know was the first woman in your family to get a college degree? Who do you know was a bold and courageous woman who paved the way and inspired you? To share a story about a Midland woman, please complete the Women of Midland Stories Form.
Kia Abdool '09
Dr. Jamie Simpson
Jessica Guerrero '09
Antonia Royal Whitmore '17
Zoey Carrico '24
Reilly Peetz '24
Sheila Exstrom '64
Chelsea Dionisio
Tiffany Wright '09
Lisa Kramme '87
Eileen Thornburg
Betty J. Hansen
Thank You to the Women of Midland Campaign Donors
Melissa Amen
In memory of Dr. Sara R. (Weaver) Strobel, my beautiful cousin. Your strength, passion, and perseverance were were inspiring to all who had the pleasure of knowing and loving you.
Allen Beermann
Werner Boos
Barry Branson
In Honor of Nancy Whalley Jensen
Donna Bright
In memory of Karen Bunz Ueberrhein and Sherry Eggers Strasser
Lloyd & Betty Brooks
In memory of Marilyn Rolf
Steven Calta '79
Phyllis Chapin
Sandra Dames
Lori Ethier
Nanette Fahrenbruch
Darrell & Janice Gerdes
In memory of Joanne Bracker and Darlene Ritter
Joan & Shane Giese
In memory of Joanne Bracker and Ruth Lund
Kimberly Guinn
In honor of Dr. Janet Lack - a tireless champion, cheerleader and workhorse for all things Midland! Thanks for all you do!
Polly Hagerty
In honor of Marion Younquist
Donald Hessenflow
Evan Hunt
To the bedrock of our family, Lauren Elise. You exemplify what a strong and spirited woman represents. I hope our beautiful girls, Ellie Laine, Elena Shay, and Emilia Rose always look up to you and forge their own paths in life as you have done.
Evan Hunt
It’s a pleasure working with the great women of our team. Laura, Amy, Anna, Emma, and Jackie have a commitment to each other and the university that is unprecedented.
Laura & Ryan Jensen
Roland & Carol Johnson
Linda Keim
In honor of Hazel A. Barry
Kay Kruse
Beverly Krutz
In honor of Dr. Darlene Ritter
Tracy McArdle Kochenderfer
I knew, rightly so, after visiting Midland in the 4th grade that this was the place for me. I am forever thankful for the opportunity to grow and learn from amazing female professors, classmates, and DT Sisters! Go Class of '80
Sherry Koehler
In memory of Joanne Bracker
Janet Lack
In Honor of Eileen Thornburg
Paula & Tim Larson
In Memory of Sondra Walker Raasch (class of 1969)
Christine Lund
In Honor of Dr. Janet Lack - Janet Lack's service to Midland is extraordinary! She knows students well, and is an advocate for Midland and the Fremont community. She's such a positive influence and has impacted countless lives. Thank you, Janet!
Ray & Marilyn Miller
Karen Moeller
In memory of Joanne Bracker
Vickie Novak
In honor of Dr. Alcyone Scott
Helene Olsen Peterson
P.E.O Sisterhood - Chapter GH
Sheri Paden
In memory of Eve Paden
Beth Parker
In memory of Steve Parker, Class of 1967
Mary Piernot
David & Kathy Pinkall
Sara Pirtle
Barbara was the oldest of the five children in our family and the first to attend Midland. She died unexpectedly just before starting her second year at MLC in August 1964.
Vicki Ramsey
Joyce Robatcek
In honor of Alcyone Scott
Earl Robertson
In memory of Mary Louise Petersen Robertson
Martin & Lori Russell
In memory of Colleen Bonderson Russell (Class of 1959). Colleen Bonderson Russell exemplified the core values of Midland University—faith, learning, quality, respect, and stewardship.
Jamie Simpson
Eric Taylor
Blessed to have so many great women I get to work with every day! Kim, Syd, Lori, Alyse, Madison, Reese, and Kaitlynn!
Dr. Ernst Tonsing
In memory of Bess Meyer Tonsing
Beverly Vitamvas
Kendra Voss
In memory of Joanne Bracker
Rachel Wachter
Emily Wageman
In honor of Janet Lack
Beth & Lindell Whitney
In memory of Dr. Marilyn Peterson
Dani Wooldrik
In honor of Lisa Kramme and the accordion.
Joan Zanders
