Work/Life | Career & Professional Development
In addition to the specific opportunities listed below, UW-L offers a variety of programs to help our employees succeed in their jobs, develop new skills, advance in their careers, and learn more about UW-L and its policies and practices.
E-mail Accounts and Technology Short Courses
UWL staff and faculty receive their own e-mail accounts and website addresses for university business and educational purposes. You may participate in inexpensive technology skills short courses that are available throughout the year. Learn more at:
Instructional Support
The UW-L Scholarship of Teaching and Learning initiative is a broad effort to help train and involve faculty in the scholarship of teaching and learning. Learn more about colloquia, workshops, and ongoing research projects at:
Program Assistant Professional Development Program (PAPD)
This program seeks to enhance the individual and collective value, image, competence, and impact of program assistants and related classifications at UW-L. It endeavors to: provide education, training and information; elevate standards and promote good working relationships and increased communication with management; inspire and equip all administrative professionals to attain excellence recognized by the UW-L community; support peers through the sharing of information, and direction regarding available resources, procedures, and contacts; and build confidence and teamwork skills through leadership training and experience. Learn more at:
Mentoring Programs
The PAPD program (above) offers a mentoring program designed to provide a communication network, support system, and professional development to all program assistants and related classifications (existing, new, transferring, promotional, and LTE) within the UW-La Crosse campus community. Learn more at:
Continuing Education
The Office of Continuing Education and Extension offers continuing education courses and certificate programs in the arts and humanities, health and fitness, as well as leisure activities. Learn more by calling 785-6500 or visit:
Tuition Reimbursement
UW-L has a tuition reimbursement program to support college study for career-related course work or training that you take while employed at UW-L. Rules vary according to category of employment and department funding. Learn more bt calling Human Resources at 785-8013 or visit: