Congratulations to Jeffrey Vinokur (’12) on receiving a 2024 Forward Award from the Wisconsin Alumni Association (WAA)! The Forward Award acknowledges rising stars in various fields who exemplify the Wisconsin Idea through an emphasis on service, discovery and progress. Young alumni within 15 years of graduation who have demonstrated exceptional early-career achievement and a positive impact on their professions or communities are eligible to receive the award.
Vinokur co-launched Generation Genetics, an education media company that creates science and math videos for elementary students. The videos are currently shown in 30 percent of schools in the United States, with more subscribing every year.
Learn more about Vinokur’s journey into biochemistry and education.