Alicia Utke has joined the Extension Waupaca County team as the Human Development and Relationships Educator. She has a strong foundation in family life education and extensive experience in community engagement. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Family Life Education and a minor in Psychology from UW-Stevens Point. Alicia has served as the Human Development and Relationship Educator at the University of Madison Extension in Sheboygan County for the past year. Prior to her Extension roles, she spent several years as the Lead Preschool Teacher at the University Child Learning and Care Center, affiliated with UW Stevens Point. She is particularly drawn to Waupaca County Extension because of its commitment to rural families. Alicia is eager to bring her experience in supporting older people, caring for caregivers, teaching families, and community collaboration to the team.

Allie Bellin has joined the Extension Waupaca County team as a Program Assistant. Prior to this position she was working in the public education field as an administrative assistant. She is looking forward to supporting the educators and their programs.