Welcome to The College Endowment Association

Celebrating 134 Years

The College Endowment Association, an educational organization, was founded in 1890 and for over 130 years the College Endowment Association (CEA) has been in the business of education—bringing our communities together to continue lifelong learning with active members, and helping young women achieve a college diploma.

We know that over the past 13 decades the College Endowment Association has made Milwaukee members see, feel, and hear the world differently through the wide variety of presenters and performers spreading powerful ideas through a vibrant array of talented, engaging, and renowned speakers and musicians.

CEA has grown, changed, and adapted to current events and technology. Due to Milwaukee winters, the season is organized in two series: fall and spring, with a snow season break in January and February – also allowing snowbirds to enjoy programs when in town.

Co-Presidents Pat Conole & Linda Mikkalson invite you to become members and share this opportunity with your friends—Spread The Word!

2024-2025 CEA Speaker Series

Join CEA Now!

This year we maintain our mission to help you feel connected to the world around you and be inspired. Your membership ensures the continued operation of College Endowment Association and of its dual mission—bringing interesting and engaging speakers to our members and educating young women.

Once you join the College Endowment Association, membership entitles you to attend the fourteen outstanding programs on topics ranging from history to scientific research to current events presented on Wednesday mornings at 10:00 am from October through December and resuming in March and April in the beautiful ballroom of the historic Woman’s Club of Wisconsin.