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February 2026
In the February 2026 issue
- Welcome to February
- Signature events
- Other upcoming events
- Student of the Month
- Community events
- Stay involved!
Welcome to February
In Community,
Stacy Narcotta-Welp, Vice Chancellor
Dr. Nevin J. Heard, Asst. Vice Chancellor
Signature events
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BSU: Reflections of Ebony
Miller Bluff, 2110 Student Union
5:30 to 8 p.m. Sat, Feb. 14 -
UWL Celebrates: Black History Month
Couch Conversation with Mayor and Alumni Shaundel Washington-Spivey
The Bluffs Ballroom Student Union
11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thu, Feb. 26 -
Bridging the Gap: Pathways to Progress
A student org event from Hmong Organization Promoting Education
Bluffs Ballroom Student Union
Multiple dates (2 upcoming)
Other upcoming events
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Lean in Lunch #4 - Reflections
Space to Reflect, Connect, and Grow
1120 Centennial Hall | CDCE
Noon to 1 p.m. Tue, Feb. 10
Student of the Month
Maddie Foley
College of Arts, Soc Sci & Hum
NAME
Maddie Foley
PRONOUNS
She/Her
YEAR IN SCHOOL
Senior
ANTICIPATED GRADUATION YEAR
May 2026
MAJOR & MINOR
Major: Political Science. Minors: Legal Studies and Philosophy
CAMPUS INVOLVEMENT
What student orgs, teams, or leadership roles are you a part of?
Treasurer of Political Science and Public Administration and Association, President of UWL Philosophy Club.
What campus resources have been meaningful for you?
The CDCE has been the most meaningful to me.
PERSONAL INTERESTS
Hobbies, passions, or fun facts:
I love to be outside in any way, whether I'm hiking, fishing, or just enjoying my time.
Favorite spot on campus:
Either the CDCE or the library.
Book, movie, game, or show you love right now:
I am currently enjoying Yellowjackets.
Hidden talent or surprising skill:
I am good at drawing and art.
ACHIEVEMENTS & HIGHLIGHTS
Something you're proud of:
I am proud of my grades and academic effort. I currently have a 3.98 GPA.
Recent accomplishment or milestone:
I recently became president of the Philosophy Club after moving up from secretary and vice president.
LOOKING AHEAD
Career goals / Dreams after graduation:
I hope to go to law school after graduation. After that, I hope to become a lawyer or to do anything in the legal field.
One piece of advice you'd give to other UWL students:
Go to class and don't skip unless necessary! You're paying for an education, which is a privilege some people will never have. Make the most of it.
Community events
- Black Excellence - Hope Restores, Feb 28
When: 5:30 Cocktail Hour; 6:30-10:30PM; Saturday, February 28
Where: Capella Center, 721 King St La Crosse WI 54601 - La Crosse Youth & Family Center Craft Day (Feb 14) & Family Fun Night (Feb 26)
10 a.m. to 4 p.m. | Saturday, February 14, 5 - 7 p.m. & Thursday, February 26 | La Crosse Youth & Learning Center
Stay involved!
If you're interested in having your event featured in our AB&C Monthly Newsletter, please reach out to belonging@uwlax.edu.
