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Going out on a limb Posted 2:59 p.m. Friday, Sept. 18, 2020 Grad’s project examines what trees can teach us Read

Video: A community partner Posted 1:20 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2020 Community Engaged Learning is a mutually beneficial partnership between UWL and the community Read

UWL remains Wisconsin’s top-ranked public university among its peers according to U.S. News & World Report’s America’s Best Colleges listing for 2021.

At the top — again Posted 1:01 p.m. Monday, Sept. 14, 2020 U.S. News & World Report: UWL tops among UW System peers Read

A series of portraits by UWL art professor Jennifer Williams. Williams and other members of the UWL community found a variety of ways to cope with COVID-19 this summer.

Summer success stories Posted 1:15 p.m. Friday, Sept. 11, 2020 See how the UWL community spent the summer of COVID-19 Read

Amanda Gasper, right, a senior student services coordinator in the UW-La Crosse Financial Aid Office, participates in an It Make$ Cents financial literacy program on campus prior to COVID-19. Gasper has received the national 2020 CashCourse Financial Educator of the Year Award, which honors an educator going above and beyond to promote financial literacy on their campus.

Cash kudos Posted 12:42 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2020 Campus financial helper finding success assisting students Read

Career Services offices across the UW System have teamed up to offer virtual Career Treks beginning Wednesday, Sept. 9.

Considering careers during COVID-19 Posted 11:30 a.m. Friday, Sept. 4, 2020 UW System launches virtual career fair program Read

Chancellor Joe Gow, shown in this 2018 photo, delivered his opening address virtually on Wednesday, sharing how the university has prepared to face COVID-19 and other challenges. Gow was joined by the university's vice chancellors, who provided updates on their specialty areas.

Kicking off an unconventional year Posted 8:59 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 3, 2020 Gow, vice chancellors give opening address before fall semester Read

UWL's Wall of Fame pays tribute to former athletes, coaches and staff for their exceptional ability and enhancement of school tradition.

Eight to be inducted into Wall of Fame Posted 10:08 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2020 Inductees honored for their contributions to UWL athletics Read

Zach Heinkel, '18, a composite materials engineer with the Carderock Division of the Naval Surface Warfare Center in Bethesda, Maryland, is part of a four-person team using 3D printers to produce masks, visors and hands-free door openers for employees at various naval facilities.

Engineering solutions to COVID-19 Posted 2:10 p.m. Monday, Aug. 31, 2020 Alum says dual degree program ‘opens many doors’ Read

An aerial of the final project complete with UWL colors, maroon and gray.

Photo Essay: Summer Projects Posted 8 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 30, 2020 Photos of the summer building projects at UW-La Crosse Read

Lisa Klein (right), community engagement coordinator at UWL, receives a donation of homemade masks from Ruth Kinstler of the Coulee Region Senior Volunteer Program. The masks will be available to students and families during UWL's move-in window, Sept. 2-6.

Masking up, moving in Posted 11:10 a.m. Monday, Aug. 31, 2020 Volunteers donate 300-plus masks for UWL move-in Read

Former UWL Eagles baseball players Trevor Burmeister and Seth Feldman put together Woodside Sandlot at the Wisconsin Dells Woodside Complex in Mauston to allow high school, collegiate and minor league baseball players to play despite challenges with COVID-19.

Play ball! Posted 7 a.m. Friday, Aug. 28, 2020 Pair of baseball alums lead summer program Read

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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

Recognized as one of the best college towns in America, La Crosse has plenty to see beyond the campus limits. We are surrounded by rivers and bluffs for hiking, biking, kayaking and more. Take a short walk to historic downtown.

128 acres. 360 degrees of incredible. Recognized as one of the best college towns in America, La Crosse has plenty to see beyond the campus limits. We are 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

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 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. 6 public university among Best Regional Universities in the Midwest.

Small school. BIG reputation. 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 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. 6 public university among Best Regional Universities in the Midwest. 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 professors gave out his email and said, 'If you have questions or need help, call or email me.'... Once I realized the professors at UWL — like at Western [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 decisions in coming to UWL were the biology department, the new 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."