Newsletter

A letter from Lisa

May 2026

The construction for phase two of the Prairie Springs Science Center is officially underway. The science center will replace Cowley Hall and feature 30 new labs, classrooms and specialized learning spaces. The new building will connect with the existing Prairie Springs facility to form a comprehensive hub for research and science education.

The project is set to be completed in late 2028 and comes at a critical time for Wisconsin, which is facing significant competition for skilled workers in high-demand STEM fields. The community is invited to follow along with the construction of UWL's newest academic building on this website: [Link]

Building a legacy at UWL is about more than bricks and mortar. It’s also about the people who help shape the university’s future, like UWL’s Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs Betsy Morgan.

After 33 years of dedicated service at UWL, Morgan will retire in June. She has been a part of a succession of leaders who helped elevate UWL to a university known for top-tier academics and an outstanding athletics program.

Known for taking her work seriously while also bringing humor and levity to situations, Morgan’s leadership style has earned her widespread respect and admiration. A retirement celebration in her honor will be held from 3-4:30 p.m., Thursday, May 14, at the UWL Student Union, in the Bluffs Ballroom.

Thank you for joining us in celebrating UWL’s positive impact on our community.

Go Eagles!

Lisa

PS – UWL invites you to a free, public talk on May 19 to learn more about artificial intelligence (AI) and its implications for skills, learning and the future of work: 👉 https://www.uwlax.edu/calendar/?e=34372