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Ascendium’s Dependent Scholarship Program sets students up for success

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Our Dependent Scholarship Program is one way we make learning more accessible while also supporting our employees and their families. Through this program, Ascendium awards scholarships to employees’ children who are pursuing postsecondary education or workforce training. The scholarships, which range from $500 to $2,500...

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Ascendium named a Madison Top Workplace

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Ascendium’s new headquarters receives sustainability certification

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Ascendium employees show incredible generosity during 2022 Unite for Our Communities campaign

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Lawyers for Learners receives community partner award

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Box of Balloons Madison chapter leader shares how Ascendium’s support makes an impact

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Ascendium’s Strategic Communications team wins three GDUSA awards for their work

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