For Immediate Release
Contact: Daniel Wackershauser, Marketing and PR Specialist
Phone: 608.822.2303
Mail: 1800 Bronson Blvd., Fennimore, WI 53809
Date of Release: May 8, 2026
Husker selected as Deputy State Student Ambassador
Returns to Southwest Tech for Criminal Justice program
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Lizzy Husker’s path to a career in law enforcement hasn’t been a straight line, but it’s one she says has prepared her well for what’s ahead.
A 2021 graduate of Riverdale High School, Husker is now a Criminal Justice | Law Enforcement student at Southwest Wisconsin Technical College and has been selected as the college’s deputy state student ambassador.
Husker, who grew up in Muscoda, first explored industrial engineering at a university before deciding to step away and gain hands-on experience working alongside her father in industrial construction. That experience led her to enroll in Southwest Tech’s Building Trades – Carpentry program, which she completed in 2023.
After graduation, Husker spent two years working in the field before joining the U.S. Army, where she continues to serve. While in the military, she decided to return to school to pursue her long-standing interest in criminal justice. “I’ve always been interested in law enforcement,” she said. “Coming back to Southwest Tech has been a really great experience.”
Husker is on track to graduate in spring 2027 and plans to complete the Law Enforcement Academy as part of her program. Her long-term goal is to work for the Wisconsin State Patrol.
Her selection as deputy state student ambassador came after being nominated by instructors and completing a competitive interview process. Husker said she was initially unsure about applying but is glad she took the opportunity. “I didn’t think I had a chance, but I wanted to see where it would go,” she said.
In her ambassador role, Husker will represent Southwest Tech and share her experience with prospective students. She describes the college as supportive and accessible, noting the wide range of academic and student services available. “Everybody is more than happy to help you,” she said. “There are so many opportunities to get the support you need.”
Husker encourages others considering college to explore technical education pathways. “It’s efficient and cost-effective,” she said. “You can get the education you need and get into your career quickly.”
In addition to her studies, Husker is active in student senate and campus organizations. She says her diverse experiences, from carpentry to military service, have helped shape her perspective and future goals.
