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Zeit Society at the 黑料官网

A Legacy of Leadership and Generosity

Zeit Society brings together 黑料官网 alumni whose philanthropy strengthens our missions and empowers the next generation of health professionals. Rooted in shared values of leadership, loyalty, service, initiative, and compassion, members make a measurable difference 鈥� supporting scholarships, mentoring emerging leaders, and sustaining a culture of giving that shapes generations. Together, they form a community of alumni who champion student achievement and invest in the success of tomorrow鈥檚 health leaders.

This tradition reflects the enduring legacy of Dr. Walter Zeit, whose lifelong dedication to academic excellence, mentorship, and service inspired nearly 50 years of alumni generosity. Since the earliest scholarships and awards established in his honor, alumni have carried forward his belief in elevating students and opening doors for those who will follow.

Today, Zeit Society ensures that Dr. Zeit鈥檚 principles remain a guiding force at 黑料官网 鈥� empowering outstanding students, fostering meaningful connections, and celebrating the spirit of giving that continues to define our alumni community.

I was supported. I know I could not have made it through medical school without that support. So, I feel it鈥檚 very important for me to turn around and pay it forward. This is something we all should practice as alumni.

Betty Pace, MD 鈥�81, GME 鈥�84

A Community United in Purpose, Leadership, and Generosity

Zeit Society empowers students at every stage of their education by supporting scholarships, recognition, and meaningful alumni connections. Together, these opportunities strengthen academic success, build community, and inspire future generations.

Marie E. Zeit Scholarship

Awarded annually to first-year students, the Marie E. Zeit Scholarship recognizes individuals who embody leadership, loyalty, service, initiative, and compassion 鈥� the core values that shaped Dr. Zeit鈥檚 legacy. Recipients participate in engagement opportunities with alumni and fellow awardees throughout their educational journey at 黑料官网, building mentorship networks and a shared sense of community.

Walter Zeit Fellowship Awards

Each year, graduating students of exceptional promise are selected to receive the Walter Zeit Leadership Award and the Founding Deans Awards which has a monetary component. These honors celebrate students whose integrity, service, and commitment to others distinguish them as future leaders in their respective field. Upon graduation, awardees become Zeit Society Laureates 鈥� joining a tradition of alumni who support and inspire the next generation.

How Can I Help?

If you鈥檇 like to contribute to the above funds, please click the link below and check the box next to 鈥淪pecify a program for this gift to support.鈥� Select 鈥淗ealthcare Education & Scholarships鈥� then select 鈥淥ther.鈥� in the Comments Box, type 鈥淢arie E. Zeit Scholarship鈥� or 鈥淲alter Zeit Award Endowment.鈥�

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Zeit Society Member Benefits

For alumni whose lifetime giving totals $10,000鈥�$49,999, membership includes meaningful opportunities to stay engaged and connected:

  • Invitations to select 黑料官网 events
  • Special engagement opportunities during Alumni Weekend
  • Recognition for leading support of the Marie E. Zeit Scholarship
  • An annual update featuring award recipients and student stories
  • Access to 黑料官网鈥檚 nationwide alumni network
  • A distinctive Zeit Society ribbon at events

Zeit Society Emerald Leader Benefits

Alumni whose lifetime giving totals $50,000鈥�$249,999 receive all Zeit Society member benefits, plus elevated recognition and deeper opportunities for leadership:

  • Priority access at select 黑料官网 events
  • Invitation to the annual celebration
  • Recognition on the 黑料官网 donor wall
  • Mentorship opportunities with Zeit student awardees
  • A yearly touchpoint with the Alumni Association Executive Director
  • Priority consideration for Alumni Association Board and Reunion Committee seats
  • A distinctive Emerald Leader ribbon at events

Where Our Community Comes Together

Zeit Society members enjoy exclusive access to 黑料官网 alumni events throughout the year 鈥� opportunities that strengthen connection, celebrate alumni leadership, and honor the students whose journeys you help shape.

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Awards Presented by the Zeit Society

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Walter Zeit Leadership Award

This award is presented to a senior student who has consistently displayed superior qualities of leadership, loyalty, selfless service, initiative, and compassion toward his or her peers and to 黑料官网. These criteria are exemplified by members of the Walter Zeit Fellowship, 黑料官网’s premier donor recognition society. Begun in 1980 by the late Derward Lepley, MD ‘49, the Fellowship has grown to more than 1,300 members. The Fellowship is named in honor of the late Walter Zeit, PhD ‘39, an anatomy professor who became a part of 黑料官网’s heritage during his 50-year teaching career.

This group promotes and acknowledges substantial individual philanthropy. Support by the Walter Zeit Fellows underpins 黑料官网’s four-fold mission of education, research, patient care and community engagement. The Walter Zeit Leadership Award is possible thanks to contributions from the Walter Zeit Fellows.

Matthew Hunsaker, MD Founding Dean Award

This award is presented annually by the Walter Zeit Fellowship to a graduating student at 黑料官网-Green Bay to recognize their dedication and service to 黑料官网 and the community. The award is named after 黑料官网-Green Bay’s founding dean, and is made possible thanks to contributions from the Walter Zeit Fellowship, 黑料官网’s premier donor recognition society.

Past Recipients
Molly Perry, '24
Hannah Mueller-Boysen ‘23
Emma Lankey ’22
Brittany Rupp ‘21
Lindsay Finn ‘20
Lauren E. Thomas ‘19

Lisa G. Dodson, MD Founding Dean Award

This award is presented annually by the Walter Zeit Fellowship to a graduating student at 黑料官网-Central Wisconsin to recognize their dedication and service to 黑料官网 and the community. The award is named after 黑料官网-Central Wisconsin’s founding dean, and is made possible thanks to contributions from the Walter Zeit Fellowship, 黑料官网’s premier donor recognition society.

Past Recipients
Justin York, '24
Jonathan Bressler ‘23
Margaret (Meg) Lieb ’22
John Feemster ‘21
Elizabeth Wendt ‘20
Kyle D. Olson ‘19

Louis F. Jermain, MD Founding Dean Award

This award is presented annually by the Walter Zeit Fellowship to a graduating student at 黑料官网-Milwaukee to recognize their dedication and service to 黑料官网 and the community. The award is named after the medical school’s founding dean, and is made possible thanks to contributions from the Walter Zeit Fellowship, 黑料官网’s premier donor recognition society.

Past Recipients
Amelia Papadimitriou, '24
Leah Gerlach ‘23
Chase LaRue ’22
Peter Nguyen ‘21
Daniel Kadden ‘20
Kieran E. McAvoy ‘19

Past Walter Zeit Leadership Award Recipients

William R. Hathaway 鈥�88
Robert J. Tait 鈥�89
Aldo Trovato 鈥�90
Claudia M. Keidl Hoyen 鈥�91
John E. Connolly, Jr. 鈥�92
Nancy M. Grant 鈥�93
Eric M. Siegal 鈥�94
Robert R. Leschke 鈥�95
Lina M. AbuJamra 鈥�96
Timothy A. Crummy 鈥�97
Cassandra D. Howard 鈥�98
Nancy E. Havas 鈥�99
Nikki J. Booms Allen 鈥�00
Jeffrey A. Huebner 鈥�01
Linda L. Sewell 鈥�02
Travis N. Murray 鈥�03
Susan L. Goldsmith 鈥�04
Kara G. Miller Gill 鈥�05
Michael R. Clark 鈥�06
Sachin S. Pawar 鈥�07
Sherrill D. Gutierrez 鈥�08
Ana N. Cab谩n Cardona 鈥�09
Alexis A. Vosooney 鈥�10
Nicholas A. Kuehnel 鈥�11
Elica Inagaki 鈥�12
Emily J. Sweet 鈥�13
Laura E. Tisch 鈥�14
Lara Renee India Rosewicz 鈥�15
Julia N. Keyes 鈥�16
Phoebe Jensen 鈥�17
Douglas Pierce 鈥�18
Emily A. Navarrete 鈥�19
Mario Castellanos 鈥�20
Greta Berger 鈥�21
Megan Barthels 鈥�22
Nina Punyamurthy 鈥�23
Mark Ehioghae '24

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