University of Wisconsin–Madison

People Type: Prevention

Bowen, Samantha

Sam advances the collaborative, health-equity-focused, survivor-centered work of the violence prevention team.

Damask, Jenny

Damask wants students to be able to create a welcoming environment for each other. As the co-chair of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Other Drugs, Damask encourages students to stand up for their friends and be an active part of their community.

Donovan, Valerie

Valerie Donovan is the Assistant Director for Mental Health Promotion and Suicide Prevention at UHS.

Engel, Ash

Education BA, Wellesley CollegeMSc, University College DublinMSc, London School of Economics and Political Science Biography Ash joined UHS as a Collegiate Recovery Specialist for Badger Recovery in 2024. Ash manages the Badger Recovery program and enjoys working with students to ensure they find community and feel supported in their personal recovery journeys. In her role, …

Kopitzke, Anna

Education BS, University of Wisconsin-Platteville Biography Anna joined UHS as the Mental Health Shared Projects Coordinator in 2024. Outside of her work at UHS, Anna enjoys baking, exercising, crafting, and watching the Milwaukee Bucks.

Kothe, KK

KK Kothe is a suicide prevention and mental health promotion specialist.