Dr. Lauren "Lo" Klink

Dr. Lauren “Lo” Moser Klink serves as the Associate Director for Advising, Special Awards, & Student Engagement in the Office of Student Financial Aid at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. In this role, Lo leads a team dedicated to providing comprehensive support to students and families through advising, strategic scholarship administration, and a robust student experience through employment, basic needs, and communications. Since joining the team in 2007, Lo has served in many roles within the office which have included oversight over NCAA Compliance as it pertains to Financial Aid, administration of the Pell Grant Program, established partnerships to benefit students financially, and increased financial literacy nationwide through her work with the National Endowment for Financial Education as well as the American Talent Initiative. Additionally, in 2021, Lo expanded her portfolio as a consultant for the School of Education with a focus on redesigning the scholarship application experience for both students and administrators.

As the granddaughter of African-American trailblazers, creating access to higher education is of the utmost importance to Lo. She has a strong foundation in how education can create opportunity and is dedicated to establishing access for all students. She is proud to be a part of teams that truly makes a difference.

Prior to working at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Lo served as the Assistant Director of Athletic Compliance at the University of North Texas. She is a Badger alum who studied Behavioral Sciences, Social Welfare, and Criminal Justice. She also has both a Master’s of Education and an Educational Doctorate through the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse where she studied Student Affairs & Leadership.  Outside of work, Lo enjoys playing sand volleyball, bartending, and spending time with her son Q.B. and husband Chuck.