IN THE SPOTLIGHT
My education at UWS has been more than I
expected, along with my experience as a student- athlete. The connections and resources that are available through the staff and faculty at UWS are amazing, not only for its size, but for any school.
BEYOND
Third-year student Amber Heidenreich quickly found that UW-Superior exceeded all expectations
t’s often said the simplest decision can lead to the greatest reward. For UW-Superior student Amber Heidenreich, it was a love of sports that initially brought her to campus. While she’s built a solid resume as a two-sport Yellowjacket athlete, it’s been her experiences in the classroom and community that have brought the biggest prize.
“When I was first touring campus, there were some students who introduced me to the legal studies program,” she said. “I have always been an advocate, and I thought the best place to continue that would be in the legal field. This led to my desire to go to law school, which influenced my choice in majors.”
In the classroom, Heidenreich has been motivated to succeed by the drive and commitment of her instructors.
Recruited to UW-Superior for her hockey talents, Heidenreich didn’t arrive on campus with many expectations for her education.
“I have most enjoyed the passion from my instructors,” she said. “They truly believe in what they are teaching, which makes each class that much more enjoyable.” The small-school atmosphere Heidenreich once questioned has since become a benefit with the opportunity for greater interaction and the ability to get to know her instructors. “Nate LaCoursiere [senior lecturer] has been an amazing mentor and instructor during my time at UWS,” she said. “He has provided me with so many opportunities that I would not have ever had or considered without his encouragement and support. He goes above and beyond what most instructors do for their students.” A member of both the Criminal Justice Honor Society and Pre- Law Society, Heidenreich has also received the Newman Civic Fellowship, which recognizes and supports students who are committed to developing strategies for social change and solving societal problems. Each fellow chooses an issue of inequality or
“I initially thought that it was a small school that would provide me with a decent education – nothing too special – with little resources,” she said. That quickly changed for the native of Phillips, Wisconsin, as the close-knit community allowed Heidenreich to discover everything UW-Superior offers and what makes campus such a special place. “I was pleasantly surprised at the caliber of instructors within my programs and their experience and passion for teaching,” said Heidenreich. “My education at UWS has been more than I expected, along with my experience as a student-athlete. Not only that, but the connections and resources that are available through the staff and faculty at UWS are amazing, not only for its size, but for any school.” The friendliness of campus was something Heidenreich noticed on her first trip to UW-Superior. The visit helped identify her course of study as a double-major in legal studies and political science.
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