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Gale Tanger, '68, was named this year to the U.S. Figure Skating Hall of Fame. Over the past 50 years, Tanger has built a reputation as one of the most influential figures in the world figure skating — having judged countless international competitions and contributed to six Olympics.

Innovator on ice Posted 12:52 p.m. Wednesday, June 9, 2021 Gale Tanger elected to U.S. Figure Skating Hall of Fame Read

Amy Nicodemus, an assistant professor in the Archaeology & Anthropology Department, is one of six UWL faculty to earn this year's Eagle Teaching Excellence Award.

Transformative teaching Posted 11:10 a.m. Tuesday, June 8, 2021 Amy Nicodemus wins 2021 Eagle Teaching Excellence Award Read

Andrea Connell, ’08, is part of NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena, California, which has helped oversee planning and operations for the Mars Perseverance Rover. Connell will discuss the project during the next installment of the UWL Alumni Association’s What’s New Wednesdays series June 23.

Mission to Mars Posted 11:21 a.m. Friday, June 4, 2021 ‘What’s New Wednesdays’ to feature alum’s work with Mars rover Read

With over 250 miles of road along or near the beautiful Mississippi River, travelers along the Great River Road see bluffs, wildlife, beautiful sunsets and much more.

Summer fun Posted 8:58 a.m. Thursday, June 3, 2021 The top 5 outdoor summer ‘must-dos’ Read

Brian Kumm-Schaley, an assistant professor of recreation management and therapeutic recreation, is one of six UWL faculty to earn this year's Eagle Teaching Excellence Award.

Finding joy in teaching, learning Posted 11:07 a.m. Tuesday, June 8, 2021 Brian Kumm-Schaley wins 2021 Eagle Teaching Excellence Award Read

Second cousins Lauren Gruber, ’17 (left), and McKenna Gruber, ’16 (right), have created a scholarship to honor their late grandfathers. The Nodz and Peewee Gruber Memorial Scholarship will be awarded annually to a UWL sophomore, junior or senior planning to pursue a career in healthcare.

Grateful for their grandfathers Posted 3:31 p.m. Tuesday, June 1, 2021 Alums honor grandfathers with new healthcare scholarship Read

Lisa Giddings, an associate professor of economics, is one of six UWL faculty to earn this year's Eagle Teaching Excellence Award.

Creating classroom connections Posted 11:06 a.m. Tuesday, June 8, 2021 Lisa Giddings wins 2021 Eagle Teaching Excellence Award Read

Murphy Library and the Oral History Program at the University of Wisconsin – La Crosse are proud to share Listening to War: Wisconsin’s Wartime Oral Histories.

Listening to war Posted 1:31 p.m. Wednesday, May 26, 2021 Local veterans’ stories featured in statewide digital collection Read

Charles Martin-Stanley, an associate dean for the College of Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities, is retiring May 30 after 20 years at UWL and 34 years in higher education. “Working with the dean’s staff and others to secure resources for faculty, staff and students to do their excellent work is what I have enjoyed most about my time at UWL,” he says.

A champion for diversity Posted 12:54 p.m. Tuesday, May 25, 2021 Dr. Charles Martin-Stanley retires after 20 years at UWL Read

UWL student Maggie Lombardi reacts during one of the sessions with a resident at Norseland Nursing Home in Westby. The “Happiness Project” helped students learn more about telecommunicating with older residents, while making those residents feel more comfortable meeting virtually with the students and family members during COVID visit restrictions.

A happy project Posted 6 a.m. Sunday, May 23, 2021 UWL students, Westby nursing home residents benefit from telehealth Read

Merideth Garcia, an assistant professor of English and English Education, is one of six UWL faculty to earn this year's Eagle Teaching Excellence Award.

Engaging English educator Posted 11:06 a.m. Tuesday, June 8, 2021 Merideth Garcia wins 2021 Eagle Teaching Excellence Award Read

The WIAA State Track & Field Championships return to UWL's Veterans Memorial Field Sports Complex June 24-26. The event, pictured here in 2017, has been held at UWL since 1990, but was canceled in 2020 due to the pandemic.

On your mark Posted 4:04 p.m. Wednesday, May 19, 2021 WIAA State Track & Field championships set on campus 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."