Anne Wackman Oros

Anne Wackman Oros, BA ’72 grew up in Westchester County, New York, with a deep appreciation for the UW and her father’s Midwestern roots. She worked in social work before stepping away to become a full-time caregiver.  She and her husband John Oros (BBA ’71) have fostered over 50 babies in their New Jersey home. A long-time advocate for adoption and foster care, the United States Congress recognized Anne with an Angels in Adoption Award. Anne and John recently established the Anne Wackman Oros Professor of Social Work currently held by School Associate Professor Tova Walsh. Anne and John were recognized with a Distinguished Service Award from the Wisconsin Alumni Association in 2025.