Tracie Banning

Tracie Banning (She/Her/Hers) is an Academic Dept Associate in the Educational Studies department at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse. A La Crosse native and proud LGBTQ+ mom, she is active in local theatre and RPG/Tabletop Gaming communities. After living in New York City and Minneapolis since 1995, she returned to complete her theatre degree started in 1988, supported by Pell grants following a life-changing divorce at age 51. Her role as ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) liaison for the department extends her commitment to accessible education.

• Interests: Theatre, Tabletop Gaming, Student Advocacy
• Key Projects: Equity Liaison for student resources, lead NSO workshop facilitator

Tracie fosters inclusivity through initiatives like the "Whimsy Tree" in her office, encouraging students to share positive moments. She advocates for education as a transformative force, stating: "Education has opened so many doors for me, and I plan to help keep the doors open for those who come after me."