WHITEWATER — Sierra Houlihan-Groebner, from Brodhead, graduated Dec. 13, 2025, with a degree in Psychology at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. She was recognized in the university’s Hired Before Graduation campaign.

Every year, UW-Whitewater showcases the many students who have landed a job, earned a job promotion, been accepted to graduate school, or started a company before commencement. These students are invited to take a professional photo and be recognized on the university’s social media channels.

As a result of a UW-Whitewater education, students gain valuable and transferrable skills, secure coveted internships and are often hired by employers before graduation. At UW-Whitewater, the faculty and staff have connections with employers across Wisconsin and the country. Each year, more than 600 employers come to campus for job fairs, giving students a chance to network and even apply for jobs and internships on the spot.

More than 98% of recent graduates report they are employed or enrolled in continuing education within one year of commencement.