Meet the Admissions Counselors
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Jackie Briggs Hometown: Bloomington, WI Education: B.A. in Organizational Communication & Psychology, University of Wisconsin-Whitewater M.A. in College Student Personnel, Bowling Green State University Interests: Spending time with my family and friends, sports, fall weather Favorite Spot in La Crosse: Myrick Park and La Crosse Loggers baseball games Favorite Restaurant in La Crosse: Buzzard Billy's Advice for Freshmen: Don't be afraid to ask questions. Whether it's during a tour of campus or the second week of classes, asking questions is how you'll make connections and learn about everything UW-L has to offer. Favorite Campus Event: The UW-L Turkey Trot 5k Run I work primarily with: Incoming New Freshmen Contact: jbriggs@uwlax.edu |
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Scott Johns Hometown: Pewaukee, WI Education: B.S. in Psychology University of Wisconsin-La Crosse M.S. Ed., College Student Personnel University of Wisconsin-La Crosse Interests: Spending time with my daughters, boating, fishing, and DIY home improvements Favorite Spot in La Crosse: Any sand bar along the Mississippi River Favorite Restaurant in La Crosse: Digger's Sting Advice for Transfers: Attend New Transfer Student Orientation! Even though you have "been through this before" you will learn helpful new things and meet other new transfer students. It will definitely make your transition smoother. I work Primarily with: Transfer students Contact: sjohns@uwlax.edu |
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Rick Karius Hometown: Chilton, WI Education: B.S. in Accounting University of Wisconsin-La Crosse Masters of Business Administration (expected 2012) Southwest Minnesota State University Interests: Family, friends, sports, concerts and boating Fun Fact: I am related to William Whipple (who signed the Declaration of Independence). I would like to meet: Michael Jordan Favorite Campus Event: UW-La Crosse Basketball Games Advice for Freshmen: Get to know as many people as possible. I work primarily with: Incoming New Freshmen Contact: rkarius@uwlax.edu |
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Ken
Koelbl Hometown: Onalaska, WI Education: B.S. Business Administration, Viterbo University M.S. Athletic Administration, South Dakota State University Interests: Spending time with my family, watching my children's activities, playing golf, sports Favorite Place in La Crosse: Grandad Bluff Favorite Restaurant in La Crosse: Waterfront Advice for new freshmen: Relax and enjoy the process. I would like to meet: Aaron Rodgers Favorite Campus Event: Move-in day I work primarily with: Incoming New Freshmen Contact: kkoelbl@uwlax.edu |
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Kara Koerner Hometown: Neenah, WI Education: B.A. in Organizational Communication, University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Interests: Camping, playing tennis, reading, hiking Favorite Restaurant in La Crosse: Kate's Crunch Favorite Place in La Crosse: The miles and miles of bike trails! Fun Fact: I won 3rd place in the WI State Fair Smile Contest during high school. Advice for new Freshmen: Challenge yourself to step out of your comfort zone; keep an open mind and try new things. I work primarily with: Incoming New Freshmen Contact: kkoerner@uwlax.edu |
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Barbara
Martin-Stanley Hometown: Kansas City, MO Education: B.A. in Psychology Smith College M.E-PD University of Wisconsin-La Crosse Interests: Youth ministry Fun Fact: I sometimes sing the National Anthem for UW-L athletic events. I would like to meet: Mrs. Michelle Obama Favorite Restaurant in La Crosse: Famous Dave's Advice for Freshmen: Make sure that when you decide on your major, it is something that you are passionate about. If you are undecided, remember that's not a problem. I work primarily with: New Freshmen Multicultural students Contact: bmartin-stanley@uwlax.edu |
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Sarah Piñón Hometown: Mount Vernon, NY Education: B.A. in International Relations, University of Delaware Interests: Reading, exploring, playing sports, spending time with friends Fun Fact: After graduating high school, I spent a year in Israel before beginning college. Favorite Spots in La Crosse: Riverside Park & Cameron Park Farmers Market Favorite Restaurant in La Crosse: Hackberry's, The Root Note Advice for Freshmen: Pick one professor and get to know him or her. Professors are regular people who can become a great resource for you throughout your time in college. I work primarily with: Incoming New Freshmen who are not from Wisconsin or Minnesota Contact: spinon@uwlax.edu |
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Joshua Rybaski Hometown: Wisconsin Dells, WI Education: B.S. in Secondary Education and Mathematics University of Wisconsin-La Crosse M.S. in Student Affairs Administration in Higher Education University of Wisconsin-La Crosse Interests: Running, biking, traveling, playing with my dog Favorite Campus Event: Awareness Through Performance and the Campus Activities Board Lecture and Concert Series Favorite Spots in La Crosse: I enjoy running through the marsh trails, Goose Island, and Hixon Forest. You might find me lounging at Riverside Park, as well. Favorite Restaurants in La Crosse: Rudy's Drive-In or Hackberry's Bistro for local, seasonal, and vegetarian options. I work primarily with: Organizing campus visits Contact: jrybaski@uwlax.edu |
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Laura Scholz Hometown: Waukesha, WI Education: B.S. in Business Management: Human Resources, University of Wisconsin-La Crosse M.S. in Education, University of Kansas Interests: Reading, board games, music, watching hockey Fun Fact: I was once on the news because of my father's Star Trek collection. Favorite Campus Event: Residence Hall Kraze Daze Favorite Restaurant in La Crosse: Pickerman's Deli Advice for Freshmen: Get involved. Campus will feel more like home if you have people that you meet with each week. I work primarily with: Transfer students Contact: lscholz@uwlax.edu |
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