WDVA Wisconsin Woman of the Year Award
Created in 2008, the WDVA's Woman Veteran of the Year Award recognizes women veterans in Wisconsin who have compiled records of exemplary service as military service members, veterans, and outstanding members of their communities.
The Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs 2024 Woman Veteran of the Year nominations are now open.
To complete the nomination form online, click here!
Starting in 2008, the WDVA has annually recognized women veterans who have compiled exemplary service records as military service members, veterans, and outstanding community members.
Veterans, family members, friends, veterans service organizations, County and Tribal Veteran Service Officers, other veterans groups, and community members are encouraged to submit nominations to be considered in this year's process.
A panel will choose the Woman Veteran of the Year based on the criteria outlined in the narrative portion of the application.
Nominations will be accepted until October 13, 2024. Questions about the nomination process should be directed to WomenVets@dva.wisconsin.gov.
Past Award Winners:2023: Kerry McAllen, United States Army CSM
2022: Marine Corps Veteran Captain Natalie Isensee
2021: Lt. Colonel Darcie Greuel, United States Army
2020: Joanie Dickerson, United States Navy
2019: Gundel "Gundy" Metz, United States Army
2018: Kim Graff of Milton, United States Marine Corps
2017: Connie Walker of Madison, United States Navy
2016: Cindy Brosig of Sun Prairie, United States Air Force
2015: Denise Rohan of Verona, United States Army
2014: Jennifer Sluga of Waunakee, United States Army
2012: Nancy Kaczor of Franklin, United States Air Force
2011: Holly Hoppe of Oconto, United States Air Force
2010: Jessica Maple of Mosinee, United States Air Force
2009: Marjorie Marshman of Madison, United States Marine Corps
2008: Connie Allord of Madison, United States Marine Corps