Background for the Yulga Family Future Teacher Memorial Scholarship:

Established in 2007 by surviving brothers Fred and Jim, it commemorates the relationship between the Yulga family and UWSP and the teaching profession. Late parents, Bernard, attended Central State Teachers College (UWSP) and graduated with a Bachelor of Chemistry; Mona attended and then graduated with a Bachelor of Education from UW-Whitewater. Late brother Don graduated with a Bachelor of Biology and Computer Information Systems. Fred graduated with a Bachelor of Chemistry and Masters of Education. Fred’s son, Brian, graduated with a Bachelor of Physics and Mathematics. Jim graduated with a Bachelor of Biology and Computer Information Systems. Many of the degrees earned have included teaching certification or have led to teaching positions. The family has spanned the educational system – teaching at Wisconsin high school, technical institute, and university levels. Through teaching, the family has been dedicated to influencing lives and making a difference.

The UWSP Yulga Family Future Teacher Memorial Scholarship purpose is to assist students that will become teachers through the College of Professional Studies, School of Education.