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The City of La Crosse would like to remind residents and students that Large Item Collection is no longer provided by the city. Items that are too large or heavy to fit in your garbage cart are considered a large item. These include couches, cabinets, desks, carpet, tables, etc. It is the resident's responsibility to dispose of large items.

Municipal Code, Section 36-68: (b)Large items shall not be placed for collection by the City. Disposal of large items shall be the sole responsibility and at the sole expense of the parcel owner.

Students who are renting in the City of La Crosse should be actively discussing this situation with their landlords to see what options are available according to the terms of their lease. Materials should not be left out for disposal unless the materials have been contracted for removal.

Here is a list of resources to consider when disposing of unwanted large items. You are invited to connect with the organization of your choice. Some of these organizations also provide free large item pick up services.

Donated items

• Habitat for Humanity
• The Exchange
• The Salvation Army

Unusable items

• Harter’s Curbside Pickup (Arrange for curbside pickup for a fee.)
• La Crosse County Landfill (Residential drop off for a fee.)

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Join us at the Student Union Theater for the first film of the Spanish Film Festival. Professor Ochoa Campo will be presenting this film with discussion to follow.

Synopsis
Spanish with English subtitles

With Elizabeth Martínez, Antonio Jiménez, Pabla Florez, Ana Victoria Rodríguez, Juan José Jiménez, Moisés Ramírez, Miguel Angel Fontalvo, Domingo Zabaleta

Teeming with irrepressible energy, La Suprema takes us back to 2001 Colombia and to a tiny and remote village in the Caribbean region far from any beach and seemingly lost in time.

Laureana is a strong-willed teenager who’s not about to conform to what society or her abuela have in store for her. When she finds out via the newspaper that her estranged uncle is days away from fighting in a boxing world championship in Venezuela, she ignites a spark that will quickly get the whole town on board with watching the match live on national television. The problem? It may be the 21st century, but the village has no electricity and no one has a TV set.

Laureana enlists the help of Efraín, the local trainer who discovered her uncle years ago. After much hesitation, he agrees to follow her lead and set sail for the big city. All odds are against them, but they know this history-making moment might put their town on the map and it is worth giving it their all.

Director Felipe Holguín Caro’s moving film captures the vibrancy of the town’s inner life; the musicality of daily talk and chores being done by the river, time spent playing dominoes, and just kids being kids. Much more than a setting or background, La Suprema and its inhabitants embody the endearing — and enduring — qualities of collective effort, joy, and pain. – Diana Cavadid, Toronto International Film Festival

What can we learn from those who paved the way? This panel brings together LGBTQ+ elders to share powerful stories of resilience, activism, and identity - stories that shaped the rights and representation we often take for granted today. Through honest and vulnerable dialogue, we’ll explore how their lived experiences connect to the challenges and opportunities facing younger generations. Attendees will gain insight into the history behind current movements and discover how intergenerational solidarity can drive lasting change. Join us for a conversation that bridges past and present, inspiring us to honor these legacies while building a future rooted in justice and belonging.

One way to improve community health is to build a healthcare workforce that can communicate effectively with a diversity of audiences. The Alan Alda Center for Communicating Science at Stony Brook University provides virtual sessions that combine social science research, communication strategy, and applied improvisation to help participants build, deliver, and adapt effective and accurate messages. We invite students, faculty, and professionals who are passionate about health care - and communicating about health-related topics - to join us for this interactive workshop. Alda Center will facilitate the session via Zoom, and participants will be introduced to new skills and techniques through group exercises during the session. This session is sponsored by the UWL Segregated University Fee Allocation Committee (SUFAC), the Rotary Works Foundation, La Crosse Medical Health Science Consortium, Western Technical College, and UWL Graduate & Extended Learning. 

Join us at the Student Union Theater for the first film of the Spanish Film Festival. Professor Calmes will be presenting this film with discussion to follow.

Synopsis
Spanish with English subtitles

With Antonia Singla

As one of the greatest mysteries in Flamenco history, La Singla is more than just a film about a child flamenco artist, the Roma community, and the deaf community. This flamenco prodigy—who toured Europe with a young Paco de Lucía and shared the stage with the legendary Ella Fitzgerald—vanished at the height of her fame. This suspense thriller will uncover the universal story of an extraordinary woman whose mysterious gaze, unparalleled expression, and deep connection to flamenco art will captivate, move, and inspire audiences worldwide.

When Antonia Singla graced the stage, she did so without hearing the music. Born deaf to a Romani family in the suburbs of Barcelona, La Singla—as she would affectionately come to be called—rose to international acclaim by the age of 17. Quite literally moving to the beat of her own drum, La Singla’s pistol-like percussions were nothing short of revolutionary, gripping the world of flamenco with a dynamism never before experienced. But at the height of her fame, La Singla disappeared from the dance stage, leaving a scattered archival legacy of the world’s best bailaora behind.

Paloma Zapata’s hybrid film stunningly weaves the past and present together, expertly layering archival footage with passionate music and sound. One question drives her forward—to find La Singla herself and finally hear, in the dancer’s own words, the heartbreaking story of her life.

Relive your favorite university memories and celebrate what it means to be part of the UWL community—no matter how far from La Crosse you may be

Chancellor James Beeby and Vice Chancellor for University Advancement and Foundation President Allison Ziegelman (’07) will share campus updates and join the conversation about our vibrant and growing university community.

Register here: 2026 UWL in Chicago

Wednesday, April 8

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This event is open to the public and we welcome all! 

Board Match and Volunteer Fair with Great Rivers United Way

Looking for ways to get involved in the La Crosse community? Join us for a Board Match and Volunteer Fair hosted in partnership with Great Rivers United Way as part of Social Justice Week 2026.

Local nonprofit organizations will be present to connect with students, staff, and faculty interested in volunteering, serving on nonprofit boards, or supporting community initiatives across the Coulee Region. This event offers a chance to learn about the missions and impact of organizations working in areas such as youth development, housing stability, environmental stewardship, community health, food systems, and disaster relief.

Representatives from more than twenty local organizations will be available to share opportunities, answer questions, and help you find meaningful ways to contribute your time, skills, and leadership.

Stop by, explore the organizations, and discover how you can take action in your community.

Location: Student Union Rooms 3310 and 3314
Hosted in partnership with Great Rivers United Way

Participating organizations include:

New Horizons
CASA for Kids
Boys & Girls Club La Crosse
The Good Fight
La Crosse Lighthouse
CouleeCap
Next Steps for Change
Mental Health Coalition
Great Rivers United Way
The Sustainability Institute
OASIS Respite Program
Medical Reserve Corps
Explore La Crosse
YWCA La Crosse
La Crosse 4-H
Coulee Recovery Center
Hope Restores
Friends of Refuge Mississippi River Pools 7 & 8
La Crosse County Historical Society
American Red Cross – Wisconsin Region
La Crosse Farmers Market Association
Eagles at The Table
Riley's Rescue
Everybody Bikes, UA
Girl Scouts of Wisconsin - Badgerland
Junior Achievement of Wisconsin Coulee Region
Drift Cycle
Central Conservation LLC
Kickapoo Valley Dark Sky Initiative

Join Kirsten Shead, Co-Executive Director of Milwaukee Water Commons and a 2024 River Network River Hero, for a critical conversation on how water stewardship, climate resilience and environmental justice deeply intertwine with movements for social justice and liberation. Together we will explore the interconnection of local and national threats to our drinking water, public health, ecosystem health, equitable access to green spaces, community engagement and decision making around our shared waters - considering tools and tactics for strengthening and mobilizing the movement for environmental justice.

Kirsten will share programmatic and advocacy examples of the ways MWC advances distributive, restorative and procedural justice with its peers and partners using frameworks for social change. Milwaukee Water Commons is building a multicultural, multiracial movement that invites leadership and innovation from throughout the city and includes everyone in decisions about the care of our common waters.

About Kirsten Shead
Kirsten Shead (she/her) is Co-Executive Director of Milwaukee Water Commons, where she advances water equity and environmental justice through coalition building, policy and advocacy, programming and movement building. With a background in chemistry and interfaith leadership, she brings a unique blend of science, spirituality, and movement-building to her work, weaving artistic and cultural connections to water into community action.

Kirsten cultivates community leadership through initiatives like Branch Out Milwaukee, promoting equitable urban canopy restoration, and through her service on the Wisconsin Governor’s Climate Change Task Force. Her advocacy, alongside coalition partners, helped secure lead service line replacement in Milwaukee and advance restoration efforts in the Milwaukee Estuary Area of Concern. She consistently challenges racial inequities within environmental spaces while fostering dialogue, accountability, and multiracial leadership.

Grounded in anti-racism, LGBTQ+ and women’s leadership, a deep love for the Milwaukee community and our sacred earth, Kirsten finds joy in the natural world — identifying plants, watching wildlife, and being on, in, or under water.

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Join us at the Student Union Theater for the first film of the Spanish Film Festival. Professor Granados will be presenting this film with discussion to follow.

Synopsis
Spanish with English subtitles

With Andrea Doimeadios, Reinier Díaz, Armando Miguel Gómez

Why will your students love Natural Phenomena? This wildly original tropical Cuban reinterpretation of Victor Fleming’s The Wizard of Oz is nothing short of mind-blowing. While the iconic red shoes make an appearance, everything else is reimagined in unexpected and delightful ways.

In late-1980s Cuba, local nurse Vilma is a crack shot eager to enter the national skeet shooting competition. The prize money would help her fulfill her dream of a bigger, more comfortable home where she could care for her injured husband and raise their soon-to-arrive child. Unfortunately for her, pregnant women are barred from competing, dashing her hopes — until a freak tornado whisks her over the rainbow to Niña Bonita, the isle hosting the tournament. Donning a blue dress and red slippers, Vilma sets out to prove her mettle in a strange land.

Natural Phenomenon captivates with its depiction of a strong, determined woman facing personal and social challenges as she seeks emancipation in a limiting context. A darkly comedic portrait of Cuban society, the film is a flourishing take on social cinema, a striking and moving narrative that addresses themes of freedom.

Exploring the rarely discussed topic of the exile of entire populations due to land exploitation, the film intertwines the protagonist’s struggle with broader social transformations in Cuba.

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Thursday, April 9

This event is free and open to the public! You are more than welcome to attend!

Registration is not required but welcome please do so with this link

In this session, Dr. Mai Chao Duddeck shares the story behind JoyRise Art and the inspiration that led her to create a community-centered approach to healing through creativity. Drawing from her work as an artist, educator, and community builder, she explores how art can create space for connection, reflection, and collective care. Participants will learn how creative practices can help communities process experiences, build belonging, and celebrate growth together.

Join us at the Student Union Theater for the first film of the Spanish Film Festival. Professor Brougham will be presenting this film with discussion to follow.

Synopsis
Spanish with English subtitles

Luchadoras provides an intimate glimpse into the lives of three resilient female wrestlers in Ciudad Juárez, Mexico, who courageously challenge traditional gender norms in the face of pervasive machismo. Amidst a society dominated by rigid expectations, these women redefine the image of women in Mexico.

Despite working in a disenfranchising factory, Mini Serinita aspires to become a full-time Luchadora, breaking free from societal constraints. Lady Candy, who can see the U.S. border from her house, grapples with visa regulations preventing her from reuniting with her daughters in the United States. Meanwhile, Baby Star, a young single mother with a Lucha Libre childhood, seeks a comeback, embodying the spirit of Mexican passion.

Through their stories, these Luchadoras present a powerful and new image of womanhood in Mexico, challenging stereotypes and showcasing strength, resilience, and determination in the face of societal expectations.

How did people in Ice Age Europe stay connected over vast distances and across generations? This talk explores the surprising ways in which art and artifacts helped ancient societies share ideas, signal identity, and keep communities strong. Using archaeological evidence, social network analysis, and a little computer science, we will uncover how even the smallest objects can tell big stories about human connection—and why connecting with each other has always defined us as a species.

Dr. Egeland earned his PhD from Indiana University-Bloomington. He is Professor of Anthropology and Director of the Archaeology Program at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. He is particularly fascinated by how ancient hunter-gatherers interacted with their environments—and how these interactions laid the groundwork for humans’ profound ecological footprint on Earth today.

Lecture is free and open to the public and students.
Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 7:30 pm
UWL Centennial, room 1400

Dr. Sutha Veerasamy and his research team will talk about their qualitative research on coping with religious confusion. Dr. Sutha is an assistant professor in the UWL Psychology department. This event is free and open to the public.

American Red Cross

Registration closes two days before the class date.

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Students & Rec Members:  $70
UWL Faculty/Staff: $80
Non-UWL: $90

Join us at the Student Union Theater for the first film of the Spanish Film Festival. Professor Antúnez De Mayolo Kou will be presenting this film with discussion to follow.

Synopsis
Spanish with English subtitles

With Carlos Fernández, Manny Perez, Camila Santana

This Latin American Fight Club, inspired by true events, tackles the timely and relevant themes of masculinity and boys’ education. Tiger is one of the most highly anticipated films from the acclaimed director of the Dominican New Wave, José María Cabral.

Tiger is a raw, electrifying exploration of identity, tradition, and what it truly means to be a man. A group of male teenagers is sent to a Tigueraje boot camp to become tough, fearless, and dominant – this is what their parents expect them to become, Dominican “Tigers”. The camp’s head coach, Alberto, decides it is time for his son Pablo to join the group. What Alberto doesn’t know is that Pablo is already carving out his own version of a tiger—one that challenges everything his father stands for.

As their clashing ideas of masculinity collide, Pablo is thrust into a journey of self-discovery, one that will force him to question not just his father’s expectations, but his own. Amidst the struggle, it shines a light on hope and the possibility of redemption, for the adults, too.

Join us for the last Science Café of the 2025-26 Season! Dr. Marc Williams (Professor and Director Emeritus, Geisinger Health) will present Using the Information in Your Genes to Improve Your Health on Friday April 10, 2026 at 6 pm at JavaVino (2311 State Road, La Crosse, WI 54601). Food and/or beverage purchase is required: making reservations with JavaVino early are strongly recommended. Please make sure to arrive early to place your order to truly enjoy this experience of world class science!

Visit our Facebook page for information about future events: https://www.facebook.com/LaCrosseScienceCafe/

On April 11th, 2026 Kappa Delta Pi is hosting our 1st annual Run/Walk, “Miles For Minds” benefitting the La Crosse Area School District’s Special Education program. Join us for a fun, low-pressure run/walk to help raise awareness and support our community. This event is open to all ages and abilities—whether you run, walk, jog, or cheer from the sidelines, every step counts! 100% of the proceeds will be donated directly to the La Crosse Special Education Department, helping provide resources, support, and opportunities for students. Come out, move at your own pace, and make a difference together!

My Days with Peter Rabbit (and His Friends)
Based on Tales of Beatrix Potter by Beatrix Potter
Adapted by Nic Barilar and David Harlan

Adapted from the Tales of Beatrix Potter and featuring the beloved characters of Peter Rabbit, Jemima Puddle-Duck, Jeremy Fisher, Squirrel Nutkin and more, this play will spark the imagination - and delight - children of all ages. Join us for a journey through the fields, around the farms, over the lakes and rivers, and into the burrows of Beatrix Potter’s fabled (and fabulous) English countryside!

Performance Dates
April 11 at 11:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m., & 3:00 p.m.
April 12 at 1:00 p.m. & 3:00 p.m.
Frederick Theatre, Morris Hall
General Admission Seating.

ONLINE TICKETS: $10 adults/senior citizens/non UWL students; $8 UWL students/children.  Online tickets will have a small credit card processing fee added at checkout.  Patrons are encouraged to buy their tickets online and download the tickets to their phone/email.  Tickets may be purchased online at www.uwlax.edu/theatre-and-dance  beginning October 1, 2025. 

IN PERSON/PHONE TICKETS:  $12 adults/senior/non UWL students and $10 for UWL students/children (processing/printing fee already included in the price). Tickets are available for purchase in person at the box office in the Lowe Center for the Arts or by calling 608.785.6696 beginning Monday, April 6 for in person/phone ticket sales.  Box office hours are Monday through Friday 1:00-3:00 p.m. and one hour prior to each performance.

PARKING:
Please note that the parking lot next to the Lowe Center for the Arts will be under construction beginning April 1, 2024. Arrive early to find alternative parking. Patrons may park in the ramp on the corner of Farwell & 17th Streets for free after 7:00 p.m. and on the weekends.  For those with mobility issues, there is a drop off site next to the Lowe Center for the Arts on the corner of 15th & Pine Streets. 

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This event comes from UWL Athletics.

This event comes from UWL Athletics.

This event comes from UWL Athletics.

The 2026 Prairie Springs Environmental Lecture series event.

This year’s featured speaker is Timothy Beatley, Professor of Sustainable Communities in the Department of Urban and Environmental Planning at the University of Virginia, and the Founder of Biophilic Cities. 

In his talk, he will present the contours of an emerging vision of cities, Biophilic Cities, that at once emphasizes the health and ecological benefits of nature for humans, but also the inherent moral worth of nonhuman life. Cities must be designed as multispecies habitats and with coexistence and biodiversity conservation as priorities. A special focus in the talk will be given to birds and the important ways that cities can be designed and planned to be bird-safe and bird-friendly (building on the ideas and stories presented in his recent Island Press book, The Bird-Friendly City). Beatley will also discuss the creation of the international Biophilic Cities Network, now more than a decade old, and provide examples of innovative practices, policies and projects that aim to include nonhuman life. 

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This event comes from UWL Athletics.

Join us on Friday, April 17 at 6:00 p.m. in the Frederick Theatre (UWL Morris Hall, 1615 State Street, La Crosse) for Amanda Visger's Senior Acting Recital.

This performance is free and open to the public.

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This event comes from UWL Athletics.

Join the UW-La Crosse Department of Theatre and Dance for the Ebb and Flow Workshop series!  Learn puppet construction skills while assembling various fish-shaped lantern puppets.  Workshops will be hosted by UWL Theatre Design/Tech major, Ozzy Glazer, as part of their Undergraduate Research grant/project.

Additional workshop dates are Saturday, March 28 at 10:00 a.m.- noon in the Toland Theatre, Lowe Center for the Arts (333 N. 16th Street, La Crosse) and Saturday, April 18 at 10:00 a.m.-noon in Frederick Theatre, Morris Hall (1615 State Street, La Crosse).  

The puppets will be used in a public performance at Riverside Park on Saturday, May 9 at 6:00-8:00 p.m.

For more information, contact Ozzy Glazer at glazer5038@uwlax.edu.

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This event comes from UWL Athletics.

This event comes from UWL Athletics.

Come craft with us! We'll do some collaging in response to the questions "what do you want to protect from climate change?" and "why do you care about climate change?" Celebrate what you want to protect in the world, from lands and waters to the people around you. Drop by to craft and meet fellow Sierrans as well as new people interested in Sierra Club. There will be a presentation on Sierra Club's work, the Line 5 fight, and how people can get involved. All are welcome! Save room for snacks! 

Questions about the event: johnson3037@uwlax.edu

Check out our Instagram @sierraclubwi

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Free Public Talk: Choose how you will attend: In-person | 0120 Theatre (lower level), Student Union, UW-La Crosse | Online | via live stream

Stay informed about the latest progress in understanding and treating Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias in this timely, free presentation. The talk will highlight recent discoveries and care advances, with special attention to important research happening right here in Wisconsin.

Register for a Free Public Talk on Dementia Care

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This event comes from UWL Athletics.

Jonathon Majak is a library assistant at UWL's Murphy Library and will speak about the value of the library as a "third space". This event is free and open to the public.

Explore campus with a 75-minute tour led by a current student Vanguard.

Register for this event:

• 2:15 to 3:30 p.m. Friday, April 24

This event comes from UWL Admissions.

The Asian Latinx African Native American Women's organization is having its Annual Celebration, Phenomenal Women's Dinner, to celebrate the accomplishments of women at UWL and the greater La Crosse community. 

The event promises an inspiring keynote, vendors to purchase items from, and delicious food. 

Ticket purchase is available at the UWL Student Union or by purchase online. 

Free Parking is located on 1623 Farwell St, La Crosse, WI 54601, Parking Ramp (Levels 1-3) for this event.

A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder
Book & Lyrics by Robert L. Freedman
Music & Lyrics by Steven Lutvak
Based on the novel Israel Rank by Roy Horniman
Directed by Greg Parmeter

A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder is the knock-'em-dead, uproarious hit with over ten Tony Award nominations and four wins. When the low-born Monty Navarro finds out that he's eighth in line for an earldom in the lofty D'Ysquith family, he figures his chances of outliving his predecessors are slight and sets off down a far more ghoulish path. Can he knock off his unsuspecting relatives without being caught and become the ninth Earl of Highhurst? And what of love? Because murder isn't the only thing on Monty's mind....  A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder is a murderous romp filled with unforgettable music and non-stop laughs.

Performance Dates
April 24-25 & 30-May 2, 2026 at 7:30 p.m.
April 26 & May 3, 2026 at 2:00 p.m.
Toland Theatre, Lowe Center for the Arts
Assigned Seating.

ONLINE TICKETS: $22 adults; $20 senior citizens/non UWL students; $8 UWL students.  Online tickets will have a small credit card processing fee added at checkout.  Patrons are encouraged to buy their tickets online and download the tickets to their phone/email.  Tickets may be purchased online at www.uwlax.edu/theatre-and-dance  beginning October 1, 2025.

IN PERSON/PHONE TICKETS:  $24 for adults, $22 for senior/non UWL students/military and $10 for UWL students (processing/printing fee already included in the price). Tickets are available for purchase in person at the box office in the Lowe Center for the Arts or by calling 608.785.6696 beginning Monday, April 20 for in person/phone ticket sales.  Box office hours are Monday through Friday 1:00-3:00 p.m. and one hour prior to each performance.

PARKING:
Please note that the parking lot next to the Lowe Center for the Arts will be under construction beginning April 1, 2024. Arrive early to find alternative parking. Patrons may park in the ramp on the corner of Farwell & 17th Streets for free after 7:00 p.m. and on the weekends.  For those with mobility issues, there is a drop off site next to the Lowe Center for the Arts on the corner of 15th & Pine Streets. 

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This event comes from UWL Athletics.

This event comes from UWL Athletics.

Join us for monthly virtual information sessions to learn more about graduate degrees and WI DPI licensure programs offered through UWL’s Institute for Professional Studies in Education. Meet program representatives, explore pathways, and get your questions answered.

Register Here: https://uwlax.iad1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0kC96U5WiYPP2ku  

Meeting Link: 
https://wisconsin-edu.zoom.us/j/94282503559?pwd=bKkDPhboPXcnIV6FEvOebqZcMzsnO3.1&from=addon

Meeting ID: 942 8250 3559
Passcode: 089852

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Jeannine Ouellette is the author of the memoir The Part That Burns (Split/Lip Press, 2021), the children’s book Mama Moon, and several educational titles. Her literary work appears widely and has been supported with fellowships from Millay Colony for the Arts and Brush Creek Foundation. She is the recipient of a Margarita Donnelly Prize, Curt Johnson Fiction Award, Proximity Essay Award, Masters Review Emerging Writer's Award, two Pushcart nominations, and awards from the Society of Professional Journalists and the Medill School of Journalism. Her work has been praised by Joyce Carol Oates as "simply beautiful, precisely imagined, poetically structured, compelling, and vivid." Jeannine teaches creative writing with the Minnesota Prison Writing Workshop, and is the founder and director of Writing in the Dark, an independent creative writing program based in Minneapolis with in-person offerings across the U.S. and internationally, and virtual offerings on Zoom. And Jeannine’s Writing in the Dark newsletter on Substack brings her teaching digitally to a community of thousands. Jeannine earned her MFA in fiction from Vermont College of Fine Arts and is working on a novel.

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This event comes from UWL Athletics.

This event comes from UWL Athletics.

This event comes from UWL Athletics.

MVAC will celebrate Wisconsin Archaeology Month by involving volunteers in surveys of local fields to find unreported archaeological sites. The day will begin with an introduction at the archaeology laboratory, followed by helping with an actual field survey. Participants will end the day back at the lab to wash the artifacts recovered and learn more about their history. The number of participants is limited, so register early. Children may participate if accompanied by an adult. Call MVAC at 608-785-8454 or e-mail jdowiasch@uwlax.edu to register.

Survey is free and open to the public.  Advanced registration required! 
Date: Saturday, May 2, 2026 (rain date - Saturday, May 9)
Time: 8:30 am–4 pm
Location:  University of Wisconsin La Crosse, Archaeology Center and Laboratories

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This event comes from UWL Athletics.

This event comes from UWL Athletics.

This event comes from UWL Athletics.

Join the UWL Office of Multicultural Student Services (OMSS) and others for a 5k run/walk to raise awareness and honor our relatives. Support local food trucks, vendors, and organizations from 11-12:30. The 5k will begin at 12:30. For more information: 608-796-1550 

This event is free and open to the public, with lunch available at 11 a.m. First come, first served.

Register here with this link

Naoko Giblin is an associate professor and associate department chair in UWL’s Department of Exercise & Sport Science, where she specializes in athletic training, biomechanics, and injury prevention, with a particular focus on patellofemoral pain and running-related injuries .  
A native of Japan, she moved to the United States during her teenage years, completing her high school education here before earning a bachelor's degree in athletic training at Central Michigan University. She then obtained both a master’s and doctorate degree in exercise science from the University of Toledo. 

A licensed athletic trainer since 2003, Giblin has provided clinical care in diverse settings  — including NCAA Division I athletics and community clinics . Her research explores how biomechanical analysis and functional rehabilitation can improve outcomes for individuals dealing with lower extremity injuries. 

 Giblin is also recognized for fostering student engagement and interprofessional learning. Her teaching style is dynamic and accessible: Students appreciate her use of case studies, hands-on learning and humor to bring complex material to life . 

She is multilingual and contributes to cross-campus conversations around language access and cultural belonging .  In her free time, Giblin enjoys running, cross-country skiing, canoeing, exploring local breweries and spending time outdoors with her family — reflecting her passion both for movement and community. 

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This event comes from UWL Athletics.

This event comes from UWL Athletics.

This event comes from UWL Athletics.

This event comes from UWL Athletics.

This event comes from UWL Athletics.

The 2026 NCAA Division III National Track & Field Championships will be hosted by Athletics on May 21-23, 2026.  UWL has the honor of hosting over 800 student-athletes from around the country – the largest Division III championship event of the year.

The IEEE International Conference on Electro/Information Technology (EIT) is a leading annual conference sponsored by IEEE Region 4 that serves as a platform for academic researchers, industry professionals, and students to present and discuss innovations in electrical engineering, computer engineering, and information technology. The conference features peer-reviewed technical papers, keynote presentations, workshops, and networking opportunities, promoting collaboration and the exchange of ideas across disciplines and emerging technologies.

Conference Website Link: https://eit.r4.ieee.org/

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This event comes from UWL Athletics.

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Join us for monthly virtual information sessions to learn more about graduate degrees and WI DPI licensure programs offered through UWL’s Institute for Professional Studies in Education. Meet program representatives, explore pathways, and get your questions answered.

Register here: https://uwlax.iad1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0kC96U5WiYPP2ku  

Meeting Link: 

https://wisconsin-edu.zoom.us/j/99555659387?pwd=V2DYlVPxclSPofSI4j8XW4gTaPmPvK.1&from=addon 
Meeting ID: 995 5565 9387
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Join us on June 3, 2025, at 12 p.m. at Pine Creek Golf Course in La Crescent, MN.

This event is for golfers of all abilities. If you're not a golfer, please consider joining for social hour at 4:00.

Enjoy an afternoon of golf, games, and camaraderie, followed by a social hour and exciting live drawings at 4 p.m. All proceeds support the Barbara Stewart Scholarship, benefiting first-year students in multicultural organizations at UWL.

Registration will be online and link provided as soon as its available. 

Games, live drawing, and 50/50 tickets are available for purchase with cash or card the day of the event.

The meal will be served after golf concludes and once social hour begins.

Schedule of events:

12 p.m. – Check-in opens; Putting Contest
12:50 p.m. – Hole assignment for golfers and group photo
1 p.m.– Shotgun start
4 p.m. – Social hour begins including meal and live drawings

Pine Creek Golf Course offers golf club rental for a minimal fee. Rental can be arranged the day of.

Driftless IDEA Camp at-a-glance

• Dates: June 8–11, 2026
• Ages: Youth entering grades 6–8
• Location: UWL Student Union
• Format: Four days of hands-on activities focused on innovation, discovery, experiential learning, and adventures — everything that makes our region incredible — facilitated by UW-La Crosse faculty and staff. 

Scholarships are available for students who may need financial assistance to make participation in summer youth programs possible.

Learn more about what the exciting workshops that will be offered and register to attend. https://www.uwlax.edu/gel/ypc/driftless-idea-camp/#tm-355598

• Dates: June 30–July 2, 2026
• Ages: Youth entering grades 6–8
• Location: UWL Student Union
• Theme: The Crave Lab: Creative Cooking with Confidence
• Format: Three days of hands-on kitchen instruction, practice, and culinary activities. The experience culminates in The Crave Lab Showcase, where youth prepare and present a meal for family and friends, highlighting the techniques and skills they’ve built.
  
  Scholarships are available for students who may need financial assistance to make participation in summer youth programs possible.
  
  Learn more and Register: https://www.uwlax.edu/gel/ypc/kids-culinary-academy/#tab-353127

Do you love pizza? Have you ever dreamed of making your own perfect slice—or even selling it? Join The Pizza Project, where you’ll learn how to craft delicious pizzas from scratch and learn entrepreneurial skills such as idea development, branding, teamwork, and understanding how food-based ventures are created and managed.

Learn more and register at: https://www.uwlax.edu/gel/ypc/pizza-project/

Scholarships are available for students who may need financial assistance to make participation in summer youth programs possible.

UWL Graduate & Extended Learning's goal for participants is to experience the full benefits of being present and engaged at this hands-on camp. Our vision is to create real-world connections and build a sense of community that extends outside the program. We recognize the positive impact of social connection in adolescence through its capacity to promote wellbeing and protect against a range of risks. We design youth programs as screen-free environments that prioritize actively engaged, shared experiences as a central part of our mission.

8:30 a.m.–Noon

Youth entering grades 5–8

Lowe Center for the Arts, UW-La Crosse

August 10: Uniquely Underglazed Slab Forms
August 11: Colorful Mini Tapestries
August 12: DIY Making Your Own Watercolor Paints & More
August 13:  Kumiko Design Using Popsicle Sticks

Scholarships are available for students who may need financial assistance to make participation in summer youth programs possible.

Register at https://www.uwlax.edu/gel/ypc/art-adventures-camp/#tab-355833

This annual Wisconsin Trout Stream Restoration Workshop was established by Dr. Ray White in 2013. It brings together scientists, resource managers, and practitioners to explore the science, management, and restoration of trout streams and their connected landscapes. Through expert presentations, case studies, and facilitated discussion, the workshop examines how physical, biological, and social processes interact across streams, riparian corridors, wetlands, and watersheds. The emphasis for this professional development opportunity is on understanding natural processes, evaluating restoration and management approaches, and applying science-informed perspectives to real-world decision-making in diverse ecological and regional contexts. State, government, tribal agencies, private employers and students with a vested interest in wetland restoration would greatly benefit from attending this workshop. 

Learn more and register at https://www.uwlax.edu/gel/ppd/wetland/trout-stream-restoration/

This event comes from UWL Athletics.

This event comes from UWL Athletics.

This event comes from UWL Athletics.

This event comes from UWL Athletics.

This event comes from UWL Athletics.