Friendly Faculty, Staff, and Administration

The following is a list of LGBTQ-friendly faculty, staff, or administration at UW-L that have agreed to have their contact information listed to be a resource to students. These people can be someone in a department that students can feel safe talking to or a possible mentor.

Karry Auby
Academic Department Associate
 Mathematics Department
1021 Cowley Hall
608.785.6603
auby.karo@uwlax.edu
"I've been in the Math Department for almost 30 years and was born and raised in La Crosse.  If I can ever be of assistance, feel free to contact me."

Amery Bodelson
145 Graff Main  Hall
608.785.8050
bodelson.amer@uwlax.edu
"I am a grant writer and also assist with undergraduate research activities.  I want to work toward creating an inclusive safe, and welcoming environment for all students and staff."

Ryan Bronkema
Trowbridge Residence Hall
608.785.8089
bronkema.ryan@uwlax.edu
“I am the Residence Hall Director of Trowbridge Hall, I am free to sit and chat, listen or help connect with other resources on campus or in the community.”

Beth Cherne
153 Center for the Arts
608.785.8521/608.785.6701
cherne.beth@uwlax.edu
"I am an out bisexual professor in theater."

Billy Clow, Ph.D.
Interim Associate Dean, CLS
235E Morris Hall
608.785.6636
clow.will@uwlax.edu
"I am theatre faculty turned interim administration.  I am happy to work with anyone on anything I can, even just to listen.  My door is always open."

Prof. M. V. Davidson
English Department
425V Wimberly Hall
608.785.6922
davidson.mary@uwlax.edu
"I currently teach a course on GLBT Contemporary American Literature Across the Genres in the English Department.  I identify as an ally and am here for anyone who would like to chat."

Tracy Gerth
Hutch Hall Director
608.785.8085
gerth.trac@uwlax.edu
"I am a hall director here at UW-L and can help if you have any issues in the hall or just need someone to talk to."

Lisa Giddings, Ph.D.
Department of Economics
403X Wimberly Hall
608.785.5297
giddings.lisa@uwlax.edu
"I am an associate professor of economics, and an out lesbian woman. I am willing to talk, help you find a major, or help you find what you need for classes. Drop by anytime."

Joe Gow
Chancellor
135 Graff Main Hall
608.785.8004
gow.joe@uwlax.edu
“I’m delighted to be a LGBTQ-friendly administrator.”

Beth Hartung & Amanda Goodenough
The Research & Resource Center for Campus Climate
227 Graff Main Hall
 hartung.beth@uwlax.edu; goodenou.aman@uwlax.edu
608.785.5092; 608.785.5093
“As part of UW-L’s Campus Climate staff, we work to provide a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment for all members of our campus community. Please feel free to stop by the Campus Climate Office… a safe space and home for dialogue.”

Andrea “Drea” Higgins
Drake Hall Director - 1510 Badger Street
608.785.8084
higgins.andr@uwlax.edu
"I am a live-on staff member that works and lives in the Res Halls and am always available to talk to students about things they need to talk about.  I don’t have a particular area of specialty, but I am a listening ear and can be a great resource should you need someone on campus beyond the 4:30 PM office hour mark!  Please stop by, call or email anytime if you need something and I will do my best to help!"

Christine Hippert, PhD, MPH
Assistant Professor of Anthropology
Department of Sociology and Archaeology
437 C Wimberly Hall
608.785.6775
hippert.chri@uwlax.edu
"As a cultural anthropologist, I've conducted extended fieldwork in Latin America, especially Bolivia.  I teach courses on contemporary Latin America and the Andes, the Anthropology of food, medical anthropology, and international development.  Please feel free to stop by and talk to me about anything cultural -- especially international research and travel."

Deb Hoskins, Ph.D.
Dept of Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies, and Director, University Honors Program
426 B Wimberly Hall or 336 Wimberly Hall
608.785.8734 or 608.785.5251
hoskins.debo@uwlax.edu
"I am a faculty member; I teach courses on women, race, class, and sexual orientation, including a Lesbian Studies course.  Happy to talk to you about most anything.  Send me an email and we can set up a time.  I'm around a lot, but sometimes hard to find because I have two offices" 

Melissa (Mel) Iverson
White Hall Director, Office of Residence Life
608.785.8557
iverson.meli@uwlax.edu

Marcia Johnson-Sage
Office of Student Life
149 Graff Main Hall
608.785.8066
johnson.marc@uwlax.edu
"My position in the Office of Student Life affords me the opportunity to help all members of the campus community feel safe and included.  I will talk with any student about any issue, so please feel free to stop by and visit with me."

Paula M. Knudson
147 Graff Main Hall
608.785.8151
knudson.paul@uwlax.edu
"I am more than pleased to serve as your Dean of Students.  My hope for
our campus is that we have a safe, friendly, inclusive community.  If I
can be of assistance, please don't hesitate to contact me."

Ruth Kurinsky
Office of Residence Life
213 Wilder Hall
608.785.8973
kurinsky.ruth@uwlax.edu
"I work with Residence Hall Staff and students in a variety of ways and have been at UW-L forever!  If you want some information or are having some problems in the halls come see me.  I’d be happy to help any way I can."

Angie Lee
Admissions Counselor
UW-L Admissions Office
Graff Main Hall
608.785.8939
lee.mary@uwlax.edu
I am an Admissions Counselor within the Admissions Office I would be more than happy to lend an ear anytime. Be who you are. Better yet, be proud of who you are!

Karen Palmer McLean
Dean of College of Science and Health
105 Graff Main Hall
608.785.8218
Mclean.kare@uwlax.edu
As Dean of the College of Science and Health, I value a safe, and supportive climate for all, of our students, faculty, and staff.

Andy Mammel
Laux Hall Director – 622 East Ave N
608.785.8086
mammel.andr@uwlax.edu
"I am the Laux Hall Director and I am happy to chat and discuss anything. Please stop by even if you do not live in Laux hall."

Betsy L. Morgan, Ph.D.
Faculty Intern to the Provost
145 Graff Main Hall
608.785.8159
"I'm a psychology professor currently serving in an administrative role in the Provost's Office.  Happy to be of service!"

Ashley Olson
Graduate Assistant, Pride Center and Violence Prevention Office Intern
42 Cartwright Center
608.785.8874
olson.ashl@students.uwlax.edu
"Hey, I work in the Pride Center, and Identify as a lesbian.  Please feel free to stop by my office located in the lower level of Cartwright center anytime!  I am a great listener and nothing that students have told me yet has surprised me, so feel free to come with anything!"

Dr. Nick Nicklaus
Director of Residence Life
213 Wilder Hall
608.785.8075
nicklaus.harr@uwlax.edu
"As the director of residence life and graduate faculty member, I am willing to discuss your transitions issues to UW-L and any issues relative to on-campus living.  Due to my heavy schedule it is best if you call to set up an appointment."

Ingrid Peterson
Violence Prevention Advocate and Educator
306 Wimberly Hall
608.785.5126
peterson.ingr@uwlax.edu or clover@uwlax.edu
Anyone can be a victim of sexual assault, relationship violence, or stalking, regardless of gender identity or sexual orientation.  The C.L.O.V.E.R. Violence Prevention Office assists  UW-L students, faculty and/or staff who experience any of these forms of interpersonal violence—please contact us!  We are also available to do educational presentations.

Lynette Prieur Lo
109 Wilder Hall
608.785.8535
lo.lyne@uwlax.edu
http://www.uwlax.edu/faculty/lo/
"Hi! Welcome to UW-L!! I'm one of the academic advisors in Student Support Services in 109 Wilder Hall.  I value a safe, welcoming, and equitable campus for all students, faculty, and staff.  Stop by and chat sometime! All the best!! :)"

Keely Rees, Ph.D.
Associate Professor - Community Health Education
217 Mitchell Hall
608.785.8168
rees.keel@uwlax.edu
"As a professor in the health field, working with diverse populations and communities, I work to promote and foster safe environments for dialogue, collaboration, and community mobilization. Please stop by anytime!"

Jaralee Richter
212 Cartwright Center
608.785.8906
richter.jara@uwlax.edu
"I am the full time advisor to the Campus Activities Board.  I am here to listen to your feedback regarding events that occur on campus, ideas you may have for future events, and most importantly, I will listen to any personal concerns you may have."

Troy Richter
Academic Services Coordinator
College of Liberal Studies
273 Morris Hall
608.785.8446
richter.troy@uwlax.edu
"Welcome to UWL!  I am an academic services coordinator in the College of Liberal Studies Academic Services Office.  I have worked on both the student affairs and academic sides of campus, which allows me to understand how the two fit together. My background includes serving as co-chair of the Eagle Equity committee, supervising the Diversity Resource Center, presenting on diversity topics and working as a hall director.  I also get to teach a cool diversity course called “Understanding Human Differences”.    Let me know if I can help…seriously!!!"

Bruce Riley
Professor and Chair of Mathematics Department
1015 Cowley Hall
608.785.8392
riley.bruc@uwlax.edu
"I have been a member of the Mathematics Department for over twenty years and I have advised mathematics majors and 'undecided students' during my entire tenure at UW-La Crosse.  I am always available to meet with students to discuss mathematics and other (academic or non-academic) issues."

Prof. Pam Rogers
Department of Political Science/Public Administration
425B Wimberly Hall
608.785.6645
"I have been a 'Safe Person Ally' for many years at UW-L.  Please feel free to come by to talk about anything you want to discuss.  I have lots of drop in office hours and a sign up sheet on my office door if you want to make an appointment."

Joshua Rybaski
Communications Coordinator/Vangaurd Advisor
Admissions Office, 115 Graff Main Hall
608.785.8993
rybaski.josh@uwlax.edu
"I am the Communication Coordinator/Vanguard Advisor in the UW-La Crosse Admissions Office.  A bulk of my work is related to meet families interested in UW-La Crosse and organizing campus visits with the Vanguards (Campus Tour Guides).  I am always excited to meet new faces and share my passion about UW-La Crosse.  If you are ever visiting campus or a current member of campus stop by and we can chat it up!"

Vickie Sanchez
115 Graff Main Hall
608.785.8068
sanchez.vict@uwlax.edu
"I work in the Admissions Office, as an Admissions Counselor.  Even though I work with prospective students, its important to know that I am also here for current students.  I can advise on what your resources are on campus, such as academics, student services, and involvement.  Feel free to contact me at anytime."