About Us
Welcome to Career Services at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. We serve as a resource and connection point for students, alumni, employers, and faculty/staff to ensure the career success of UW-Whitewater students and graduates.
Our Mission
UW-Whitewater Career Services empowers students to navigate their career paths with confidence by connecting them to personalized support, experiential learning, and resources that strengthen their career competencies. Through inclusive support and strong partnerships across campus and beyond, we integrate career growth into every stage of the student journey.
Our Vision
UW-Whitewater Career Services envisions a campus where every student feels a deep sense of belonging—not only at the university, but within their chosen career path. We strive to inspire purpose-driven career decision-making and empower students to discover fulfilling careers that reflect their passions, strengths, and aspirations.
By equipping students with essential career skills, staying attuned to evolving workforce trends, and collaborating across curricular and co-curricular spaces, we aim to embed career development throughout the UW-W experience. Our vision is for all students to graduate with confidence, clarity, and the preparedness to thrive in a rapidly changing world—rooted in a strong understanding of why they are here and where they are headed.
Meet Our Staff
Our Career Services staff members are dedicated to assisting undergraduate students, graduate students, and alumni with their career and professional development goals. We offer in-person and virtual appointments with our career advisors.
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Kim Apel
Technology and Employer Relations Coordinator
McCutchan Hall 212
Phone: 262-472-1472
Email: apelk@uww.edu
Brian Bredeson
Career Services Manager and Career Advisor for College of Education and Professional Studies
McCutchan Hall 318
Phone: 262-472-1499
Email: bredesob@uww.edu
Undergraduate Students: Request an Appointment
Pilar Joseph
Career Advisor for College of Arts and Communication and College of Integrated Studies (Rock County Campus)
Center of the Arts 2049
Phone: 262-472-1961
Emal: josephp@uww.edu
Undergraduate Students: Request an Appointment
Frank Lanko
Business Career Services Manager for College of Business and Economics
Hyland Hall 1200
Phone: 262-472-7032
Email: lankof@uww.edu
Undergraduate Students: Request an Appointment
Grace Peterson
Career Advisor for College of Letters and Sciences
Laurentide Hall 4212
Phone: 262-472-1514
Email: petersongm25@uww.edu
Undergraduate Students: Request an Appointment
Adam Rosencrans
Career Advisor for College of Business and Economics
Hyland 1200
Phone: 262-472-1776
Email: rosencraA20@uww.edu
Undergraduate Students: Request an Appointment
