Dr. Chuck Kaminski has been faculty with the department of communication at UW-Whitewater since 2024 and a board member at the studio since early 2025. Before coming to the studio, Chuck had over 6 years of experience working with people with disabilities in both creative and communication related fields.  His passion for working with people with disabilities is centered around art making and inclusive community building through communication and storytelling.

Dwight is Chancellor Emeritus at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater and currently a Professor of Education in the College of Education and Professional Studies. He is a former provost, dean of education, and department chair.  His research focuses on literacy development, multicultural education, and administrators of color. He has published widely and presented at numerous regional, national, and international conferences. He lives in Whitewater and enjoys reading, movie viewing, Bible study, cooking, and riding his bike throughout town.

Heather joined the board to be more involved in spreading the good feelings that she received while doing a story on the Studio. Heather is a journalist with Southern Lakes Newspaper.

Kris has her BA in Family Life Education from Spring Arbor University of Michigan. Over the years she has worked as a support and service coordinator, case manager, a shelter advocate and crisis unit counselor. She now devotes her time to being the best guardian supporting the needs for her niece and nephew who are both on the autism spectrum.

Margaret comes to us with a love of dance and works at UW-W as the Immigration Specialist, Affirmtive Action Program Coordinator. She is the mom of an artistic young man on the autism specturm.

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