University of Wisconsin-La Crosse

Tina Miller, '03, (left) and her mother, Donna Weber (second from right), have a unique mother-daughter tradition: Both women have served as principals in the Wisconsin Rapids public school district. Last year, Miller was named the 2021 Wisconsin Elementary Principal of the Year.

Praiseworthy principal Posted 3:29 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 26, 2022 Alum Tina Miller is the 2021 Wisconsin Elementary Principal of the Year Read

UWL's Take an Eagle to Breakfast event, presented by Citizens State Bank, is set for Wednesday, Feb. 23, at the Cleary Alumni & Friends Center.

Take an Eagle to Breakfast Posted 2:55 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 26, 2022 Event to connect UWL students with local businesses Read

For the fourth consecutive year, the UW MBA Consortium is ranked among the top 10 online MBA programs in the United States. The consortium is a joint effort among UW-La Crosse, UW-Eau Claire and UW-Oshkosh.

Best in business Posted 2:03 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 25, 2022 UW MBA Consortium ranked tops in region, among best in country Read

Jay O. Rothman will be UW System’s eighth president, succeeding current interim President Tommy Thompson, who has been in that role since July 1, 2020.

Board of Regents selects Jay O. Rothman as next System president Posted 10:32 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 26, 2022 Rothman is chairman and CEO of law firm in Milwaukee Read

Western's Rebecca Hopkins (left) and UWL's Heather Linville (right) unbox learning materials that will support Afghan evacuees learning English as a Second Language.

Lending a hand Posted 2:14 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 20, 2022 UWL, Western donate learning materials to support evacuees at Fort McCoy Read

UW-La Crosse Chancellor Joe Gow gives his opening remarks for the spring semester Wednesday, Jan. 19, in the Bluffs room of the Student Union. Gow announced the largest donation in school history — a $2.2 million estate gift from Bill and Yvonne Hyde, supporting the English Department and Murphy Library.

Groundbreaking gift Posted 1:54 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 20, 2022 Gow’s address highlighted by largest donation in school history Read

UWL faculty member Jon Ailabouni will join other top musicians from the Coulee Region for a concert exploring COVID-19 lockdown themes such as loneliness, connection, fear and hope. The concert is set for Wednesday, Jan. 26, at 7:30 p.m. in Annett Recital Hall at the UWL Center for the Arts.

Jon Ailabouni Quintet presents concert exploring COVID-19 lockdown themes Posted 8 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 19, 2022 Performance set for Jan. 26 Read

Antoiwana Williams, director of the Office of Multicultural Student Services at UW-La Crosse, is this year's recipient of the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Leadership Award. The award is given annually to a La Crosse community member who demonstrates King’s legacy of creating positive change from one generation to the next.

Committed to community Posted 11:12 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 26, 2022 UWL’s Antoiwana Williams receives 2022 MLK Leadership Award Read

UWL students and faculty will soon head out on the Upper Mississippi River in a new vessel. The Prairie Springs: Paul Fleckenstein Trust has funded a state-of-the-art vessel equipped to expand research in the river while training the next generation of water professionals in science, technology, engineering and math.

A clearer path Posted 1:39 p.m. Monday, Jan. 17, 2022 New collaboration to boost La Crosse as river studies leader Read

Cassandra Berger, UWL's women's lacrosse coach and a Kwik Trip superfan, visited each of the chain's 457 Wisconsin stores in 2021. “I love that it’s a one-stop shop. I can go there for gas, for groceries — even Christmas gifts,” she says. “I can go on and on about the things I love about Kwik Trip.” PHOTO CREDIT: Tatum Miller Photography

‘Obsession is the right word’ Posted 9:10 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 13, 2022 UWL’s Cassandra Berger visits 457 Kwik Trips in one year Read

Science & Health News Posted 1:08 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 12, 2022 Winter issue now available Read

The Eagle L on the Roger Harring Stadium surrounded by frosty tree limbs.

Photos: A look back at 2021 Posted 10:17 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 11, 2022 Moments in time by University Photographer Michael Lieurance Read

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A dynamic & diverse learning environment.

Acknowledging and respecting the contributions of all

UW-La Crosse is Wisconsin’s top-ranked public university among its peers, according to U.S. News & World Report’s America’s Best Colleges listing. For more than 20 years in a row UWL has remained the state’s top-ranked comprehensive campus in the UW System.

The popular magazine also ranks UWL as the No. 7 public university among Best Regional Universities in the Midwest.

Best colleges ranking UW-La Crosse is Wisconsin’s top-ranked public university among its peers, according to U.S. News & World Report’s America’s Best Colleges listing. For more than 20 years in a row UWL has remained the state’s top-ranked comprehensive campus in the UW System. The popular magazine also ranks UWL as the No. 7 public university among Best Regional Universities in the Midwest. Learn more

Our students learn and conduct research alongside faculty who care about their future and fuel their intellectual curiosity. Nearly all of our students, 96 %, participate in at least one “high-impact” practice such as undergraduate research or service-learning projects.

Mentorship that makes a difference Our students learn and conduct research alongside faculty who care about their future and fuel their intellectual curiosity. Nearly all of our students, 96 %, participate in at least one “high-impact” practice such as undergraduate research or service-learning projects. Learn more

128 acres. 360 degrees of incredible. La Crosse is recognized as one of the best college towns in America with plenty to see beyond the campus limits. The campus is surrounded by rivers and bluffs for hiking, biking, kayaking and more. Take a short walk to historic downtown.

One of the best college towns 128 acres. 360 degrees of incredible. La Crosse is recognized as one of the best college towns in America with plenty to see beyond the campus limits. The campus is surrounded by rivers and bluffs for hiking, biking, kayaking and more. Take a short walk to historic downtown. Learn more

You will find no shortage of opportunities to lead or join a group working for a cause you care about. See our 200 + student organizations.

A close-knit campus community You will find no shortage of opportunities to lead or join a group working for a cause you care about. See our 200 + student organizations. Learn more

Hear from our students

Jeremiah Wait

Exercise and Sport Science

"I'm so thankful for all of the great memories that I have from football, with my friends, and everyone who I've been able to associate with through college. I'm excited about my next adventure, but I will cherish the memories that I made in college for the rest of my life!"

Kemmesha Thomas

Public Health & Community Health Education

"UWL programs, like the McNair Scholars, made me realize so many things I’m interested in. I can develop more knowledge and enjoy doing research."

Sarah Ziolkowski

Economics & Finance

"In these times, finding a good career post-graduation seemed insurmountable, but experiences with UWL professors were so helpful to me during the job-search process."

Audra Geis

Communication Studies

"I could not have predicted my college experience because the journey is just too good to pre-plan. I'm leaving with memories, life lessons and an abundance of knowledge in my field and stories to share."

Trent Rasmussen, '19

Educational Leadership Certificate (5051 licensure) and Director of Instruction (5010 licensure)

"You can see in students' faces when they are excited about learning something new or you affirmed who they are or what they just did. Who knows what those things will mean to them later on — that’s what is really exciting."

Learn more about Trent Rasmussen, '19

Miranda Sibley

Radiation Therapy

"UWL taught me to never give up, be passionate in your purpose, be adventurous, and never take anything for granted."

Ryan Crain, '18

Business Management

"One of my UWL professors said, 'If you have questions or need help, call or email me.' Once I realized the professors at UWL — like at Western Technical College — were willing to help me, that helped me make the transition."

Learn more about Ryan Crain, '18

Abby Siakpere, '18

Biology

"My main reasons for coming to UWL were the Biology Department, the new science labs building, and the excellent reputation the biology program has."

Learn more about Abby Siakpere, '18

Jackson Radenz

Geography & Earth Science

"I’ve gained confidence in myself and my ability to solve problems on my own and overcome shortfalls too, which I’ll need in the job market. I’m so grateful for the undergraduate research experiences I’ve had with my faculty mentor, Dr. Niti Mishra."

Learn more about Jackson Radenz

Hannah Schwartz

Exercise and Sport Science

"My time here at UWL has been nothing short of amazing. I am happy to call this beautiful city my second home."

Dee Reed

Communication Studies

"I have made so many memories during this time in my life, and I wouldn't change any of it for the world. The biggest thing college has taught me is that I set my limits if I want something. I have everything I need within myself to achieve any goal, and I will always be truly thankful for that."