Religious & Spiritual Organizations
Several campus religious organizations strengthen spiritual and faith development through religious education, friendship, and guidance.
AWAKENING
Adviser: Dr. Victoria Calmes,
(608) 785-8328
Adviser E-mail: calmes.vict@uwlax.edu
Primary Representative: Sharisa Hilstead, (608) 347-1331
Primary Representative E-mail: hillstea.shar@students.uwlax.edu
The purpose of this organization shall be to praise and glorify God through God's gift of dancing, and to open the eyes of all to the love of Jesus Christ through dance, spoken word, and lifestyle. Awakening has the purpose to learn more about Jesus Christ and how we can grow in our relationship with Him and provide an opportunity for men and women to dance in a non-competitive atmosphere while exploring and teaching dance of various styles.
CAMPUS CRUSADE FOR CHRIST
Adviser: Dr. Mark Chavalas, (608) 785-8360
Adviser E-mail: chavalas.mark@uwlax.edu
Primary Representative: Mark Brockberg, (608) 385-6236
Primary Representative E-mail: mark.brockberg@uscm.org
Web Address: www.laxcru.org/
Campus Crusade for Christ is an interdenominational movement serving campuses all around the world. Our desire is to help individuals consider the claims of Jesus Christ, grow in relationship with Him, and develop as leaders to maximize their life's impact. No matter where you are in your spiritual journey, we want to be a resource to you.
CHRISTIAN COLLEGIANS
Adviser: Dr. Keith Beyer, (608) 785-6637
Adviser E-mail: beyer.keit@uwlax.edu
Primary Representative: Megan Kramp
Primary Representative E-mail: kramp.mega@students.uwlax.edu
Organization E-mail: christcolleg@uwlax.edu
Christian Collegians is an organization that allows Christians on campus to have an opportunity to grow spiritually, develop Christian friendships, serve the Lord, and have some fun. We offer this through weekly Bible Study and fellowship based on the doctrines and teachings of the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod (WELS).
Advisor: Dr. David Miller, (608) 785-8427
Adviser E-mail: miller.davi@uwlax.edu
Primary Representative: Adam Conlin, (608) 784-1566
Organization E-mail: lacrossedorje@hotmail.com
Web Address: www.diamondway.org/lacrosse/
The Diamond Way Buddhist Club provides a relaxed environment where people are welcome to investigate authentic Buddhist teachings and meditations. We always present a basic introduction for newcomers and the meditations are guided in English. All are welcome.
Advisor: Mr. Jay Lokken, (608) 785-8016
Adviser E-mail: lokken.jay@uwlax.edu
Primary Representative: Brandon Walzer, (763) 639-6288
Organization E-mail: walzer.bran@students.uwlax.edu
INTERVARSITY CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP CHAPTER, UW-L
Adviser: Dr. Guy Herling, (608) 785-8653
Adviser E-mail: herling.guy@uwlax.edu
Primary Representative: Chris Anderson, (608) 789-2160
Primary Representative E-mail: anderson.chr2@students.uwlax.edu
Orginazation E-mail: intervarsity@uwlax.edu
Web Address: www.uwlaxintervarsity.com/
Intervarsity is an interdenominational movement characterized by student leadership. Our vision is to see lives transformed, campuses renewed, and world changers developed. We offer a number of opportunities for growth and outreach such as: large group meetings, Bible studies, daily prayer meetings, retreats and conferences, and socials.
Adviser: Dr. David Koster, (608) 785-8668
E-mail: koster.davi@uwlax.edu
Primary Representative: Mark Jakubek, (920) 642-0201
Organization E-mail: amyjo@jcsvillage.org
JC's Village - a Christian Campus Ministry - has the goal to provide an easily accessible environment in order to support and encourage the growing body of believers at the UW-La Crosse campus in their efforts to develop and strengthen a transforming relationship with Jesus Christ through prayer, discipleship, exercise of the spiritual disciplines, and evangelism.
LATTER DAY SAINTS STUDENT
ASSOCIATION
Adviser: Dr. Leslee Poulton, (608) 785-8316
Adviser E-mail: poulton.lesl@uwlax.edu
Primary Representative: Ben Leonhardt, (608) 434-1791
Primary Representative E-mail: lionhardt@hotmail.com
This organization is established to assist students in balancing their academic, social, cultural, and religious education.
LUTHERAN CAMPUS MINISTRY
(LCM)
Adviser: Ms. Lori Petersen, (608)
785-8186
Adviser E-mail: petersen.lori@uwlax.edu
Primary Representative: Emily Mass, (608) 785-7211
Organization E-mail: lcm@uwlax.edu
Lutheran Campus Ministry is a searching, serving, and celebrating Christian community open to all students at UW-L. Activities include weekly Bible study and worships, retreats, and service projects.
NEWMAN CATHOLIC
STUDENTS
Adviser: Dr. Glenn Knowles, (608) 785-6861
Adviser E-mail: knowles.glen@uwlax.edu
Primary Representative: Jon Stuttgen, (608) 784-4994
Organization E-mail: newmanuwl@charterinternet.com
Web Address: www.uwlax.edu/newman/
The Newman Catholic Students provides an environment for UW-L students of Catholic background, or who may be interested in Catholicism, to grow in faith through study, fellowship, service, worship and spiritual growth. While sponsored by a Catholic community, it welcomes and respects students of all backgrounds and interests.
UNITED CAMPUS
MINISTRY (CROSSROADS)
Adviser: Dr. Cynthia Berlin, (608) 785-8340
Adviser E-mail: berlin.cynt@uwlax.edu
Primary Representative: Erin Kruger, (608) 784-7600
Organization E-mail: mbrinkley@wisconsinumc.org
Crossroads is a ministry designed to meet the spiritual needs of UW-L students. We provide a home away from home at our ministry house and offer weekly meals with a devotion. As well as monthly special activities such as retreats, service opportunities, and fellowship. Leadership provided by campus ministries Rev. Brinkly and students peer mininstries.
Advisor: Dr. Terence Kelly, (608) 785-8419
Advisor E-mail: kelly.tere@uwlax.edu
Primary Representative: Abbey Jewell
Primary Representative E-mail: jewell.abbe@students.uwlax.edu
Voices in Praise is a non-try out chair that was founded with the purpose of spreading God's Word in spoken word, song and lifestyle. The choir seeks to welcome members of all ethnic backgrounds to communicate the free gift of salvation through Jesus Christ.