Meet the New Team Members

Madison Marces

By Kirby Federocko

For Madison Marces, a ’23 graduate in kinesiology, community and family have always been incredibly important factors in her life. Building relationships that last means building a stronger community. Growing up in Cheyenne, Marces knew that, in the small towns spread throughout Wyoming, treating one another with dignity and maintaining the strength of the community were essential. That’s how she knew after she graduated from UW that she wanted to stay involved with the UW community.

“I am so focused on wanting to help people,” Marces says. “I knew that benefiting the university was something that I really could find a passion in — helping make the university the best school that it can be for other people.”

Helping grow the university and making it the best that it can be are what help Marces in

her daily life. The motivation of knowing that she is helping future Cowboys and Cowgirls drives her to be the best she can be.

Aside from her responsibilities in the offices of the UWAA, Marces serves as the board liaison for the association. Bridging the gap between the board and the UWAA team was intimidating when she first started her role, says Marces. However, the kindness and the welcoming nature of the board transformed her fear into excitement.

“Working for the board of directors is nothing like you would expect,” she says. “They are so humble, down to earth and just kind. They really care that you are having a good time.”

The UWAA and the UW community are lucky to have Madison and are happy to welcome her to the team!

 

Kirby Federocko

By Michael Blaney

Kirby Federocko, currently a junior at UW, is pursuing a degree in communication and journalism. In his new position as the digital marketing intern with the UWAA, Federocko uses his creativity and passion to connect alumni and tell their stories. 

When Federocko started at UW, he was an undeclared student — but an introductory photography class became the catalyst for his academic and career journey. Now, Federocko serves as a mentor to photography students in his position as a teacher’s assistant here at UW.

Federocko loves capturing moments, whether that’s through photographs or writing. To him, it’s more than just capturing a static moment — it’s about weaving a narrative and sharing a story. Beyond his studies, Federocko enjoys exploring Wyoming’s vast outdoors and its various recreation opportunities, so much so that he became president of the Cowboy Climbing Club.

Thinking about his future, Federocko sees himself in Wyoming, either working for UW or working toward a law degree here. Within his role at UWAA, Federocko looks forward to integrating his love for photography with the fundamentals of digital communication. He sees this experience as more than just skill-building — it’s a unique avenue to combine his personal passions with professional aspirations. The UWAA is very excited to welcome Federocko to the team.