Donna Rozar holds a nursing diploma from Virginia Baptist Hospital School of Nursing and a bachelor's degree in nursing from the University of Tennessee. She spent years as a nurse practitioner before transitioning into the public sector. Rozar became a national speaker on AIDS awareness and owned a business during the 1990s. She has held various local government positions and was elected to the Wood County Board of Supervisors. Rozar completed a master's in nursing and retired from teaching at the University of Wisconsin–Eau Claire.

Donna Rozar's political identity is shaped by a unique blend of personal tragedy and professional dedication. Her advocacy for AIDS awareness, following her husband's death from AIDS-related complications, adds a deeply personal dimension to her policy stances. Rozar's commitment to pro-life causes aligns her with conservative values, yet her support for a smoking ban in restaurants reveals a nuanced approach to public health issues. This juxtaposition of seemingly opposing positions highlights a calculated strategy in addressing complex social issues.