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Cassidy (Coggon) Sanchez, ’00, helped to invent an adaptive mobility device for her young patients after observing an unmet need.

Inventing possibility Posted 12:26 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 13, 2026 UWL education helped Cassidy Sanchez turn a clinical challenge into an innovative solution Read

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Chancellor James Beeby discusses how UWL would strengthen Wisconsin's health care workforce and improve access to care through the Universities of Wisconsin's 2026-27 biennium state budget request.

Building a Healthy Wisconsin Posted 12:17 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2026 Chancellor Beeby, UW leaders call for greater investment in health education Read

Science & Health News Posted 8 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2026 Read the latest issue of the College of Science & Health online magazine Read

UW-La Crosse physical therapy students in the EMPOWER Lab in the Health Science Center, a lab focused on improving lifespan health through the intersection of pelvic health, physical activity and longevity.

Moving lives forward Posted 4:17 p.m. Friday, Aug. 7, 2026 Physical therapy program celebrates five decades of educating compassionate professionals Read

Industry leaders and representatives from more than 50 universities worldwide attended the IEEE International Conference on Electro/Information Technology, hosted by UWL May 21-23.

Engineering new possibilities Posted 8 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 6, 2026 UWL hosts international conference on electrical, computer engineering Read

Students sit together on the campus lawn. Meeting new friends and spending time with others around campus and in the community are just a couple of ways alumni have felt at home on campus.

What made you feel at home? Posted 10:23 a.m. Monday, Aug. 3, 2026 Alumni recall the moments they knew they belonged at UWL Read

Upcoming events Posted 10:19 a.m. Monday, Aug. 3, 2026 Connect with us online, on campus or in the community Read

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Brian Kumm-Schaley, associate professor of Recreation Management & Recreational Therapy, is a musician who has used his understanding rhythm to explore a way of life in uncertain times.

Find your rhythm Posted 10:14 a.m. Friday, May 1, 2026 UWL leisure expert explores a musical philosophy for living in uncertain times Read

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An aerial view looking east to the bluffs over the La Crosse State Teachers College with athletic field and fair grounds in the background ca. 1939. Photo courtesy UWL Murphy Library, Special Collections/ARC.

UWL history quiz Posted 10 a.m. Friday, Oct. 20, 2023 Take this short quiz spanning UWL’s 114-year history Read

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Employee Well-Being Webinar Opportunities Posted 1:51 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 6, 2026 To live well, it is important to take care of yourself—physically, emotionally, and financially. One of the ways you can do that is by increasing your knowledge about various aspects of your well-being. Read

LinkedIn Learning August Highlight | Using Feedback to Drive Performance Posted 9:51 a.m. Monday, Aug. 3, 2026 Make the most of LinkedIn Learning, improve your feedback skills Read

Policy Review | Criminal Background Checks & Form I-9 Posted 9:27 a.m. Friday, July 31, 2026 Criminal Background Checks & Form I-9 Policy Review Read

ETF Webinars: Upcoming Schedules Posted 9:31 a.m. Tuesday, July 21, 2026 Please see the information below: Read

Join Our Upcoming Performance Management Q&A Session Posted 8:59 a.m. Monday, July 6, 2026 Bring your performance management questions to this virtual session Read

General Announcements

Community Engaged Learning Proposals are now being accepted for Spring 2027

The window to apply for a Community Engaged Learning (CEL) designation for spring 2027 courses is now open. A limited pool of Professional Development funds and Supplies & Expenses funding is now available on a first-come, first-served basis. A preview of the CEL proposal can be viewed here. If you’re looking to connect with a community partner, you can find potential project ideas on the UWL Community Idea Exchange or contact UWL Director of Community Engagement Lisa Klein.

The round one deadline to apply for the spring 2027 semester is September 15, 2026. The CEL designation will be applied to your course by the start of registration. The round two deadline for spring 2027 is January 15, 2027. If you apply by the round two deadline, the designation will not be applied to your course at the start of registration.

The Office of Community Engagement is excited to welcome you to the growing list of CEL instructors at UWL.

Free summer faculty and staff cycle classes

Mark your calendars! Rec Sports will be offering free group fitness cycle classes for faculty and staff this August! No experience or advanced sign-up is necessary.

Each class will take place in the REC Conditioning Room (150) from 4:45-5:30 p.m. The final class will be Monday, Aug. 17.

Seats are first come-first served. Please arrive a few minutes early for bike set-up.

All you need to do is bring yourself, a water bottle and wear active clothing. Access to showers will not be available unless you already have a REC membership.

Maroon Tunes

We’re proud to once again sponsor Maroon Tunes at Moon Tunes La Crosse!

Date: Thursday, Sept. 10
Time: 5:30–8 p.m.

5:30 p.m. Opening Act: High Mileage
7 p.m. Main Act: UWL Screaming Eagles Marching Band

Location: Riverside Park Bandshell - 100 State St., La Crosse

You're invited to join the UWL Alumni & Friends Foundation for Maroon Tunes, a special Moon Tunes concert celebrating community, connection, and live music. Bring a lawn chair or picnic blanket and enjoy a special performance by the UWL Screaming Eagles Marching Band!

Joined by UWL Admission and Graduate & Extended Learning, we'll be at the Foundation tent with fun giveaways for the whole family. Come say hello and celebrate this incredible La Crosse tradition with us.

To stay up to date on the event, join the Facebook event here!

Recreational Sports - upcoming adjusted hours

The Recreational Sports Department would like to share upcoming adjusted building/program hours for August, including Labor Day weekend. For more information regarding the Recreational Sports Department and the programs that are offered, visit the Rec Sports website or contact the office at recoffice@uwlax.edu.

Recreational Eagle Center/Fitness Center
Aug. 17-18: 8 a.m.-8 p.m.
Aug. 19-25: Closed for maintenance
Aug. 26-29: Noon-6 p.m.
Aug. 30: Closed
Aug. 31: 8 a.m.-8 p.m.
Sept. 1:  8 a.m.-8 p.m. (Fitness Center: 2-8 p.m.)
Sept. 2:  8 a.m.-10 p.m. (Fitness Center: 2-10 p.m.)
Sept. 3:  8 a.m.-noon, 5-10 p.m.
Sept. 4: 4:30 -10 p.m.
Sept. 5: 8-10 p.m.
Sept. 6: 8-11 p.m.
Sept. 7 (Labor Day): 8 a.m.-11 p.m.

Outdoor Connection
Aug. 17-18: 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Aug. 19-25: Closed for maintenance
Aug. 26-27: Noon-6 p.m.
Aug. 28-30: Closed
Aug. 31-Sept. 4: By appointment only
Sept. 5: 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Sept. 6: 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
Sept. 7 (Labor Day): Noon-6 p.m.

Climbing Gym
Aug.17-Sept. 2: Closed
Sept. 3-4:  5-9 p.m.
Sept. 5: 3-6 p.m.
Sept. 6: 5-8 p.m.
Sept. 7 (Labor Day): 4-9 p.m.

EZONE
Aug. 17-Sept. 1: Closed
Sept. 2-3: 5-10 p.m.
Sept. 4: 4:30-10 p.m.
Sept. 5: Noon-10 p.m.
Sept. 6: Noon-11 p.m.
Sept. 7 (Labor Day): 3-11 p.m.

 Pool
Aug. 17-Sept. 3: Closed
Sept. 4: 8-10 p.m.
Sept. 5: Noon-3 p.m.
Sept. 6: 1-4 p.m.
Sept. 7 (Labor Day): Closed

Regular academic year hours will begin on Tuesday, Sept. 8.

UPass tickets available

MTU Flash Passes are available to purchase beginning Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2026 for the 2026-2027 academic year. The price is $75. (effective Sept.1 - Aug. 31). Please visit the UPass webpage for forms and more information. https://www.uwlax.edu/u-pass/

Questions about the program may be sent to adminfinance@uwlax.edu Administration and Finance, 608.785.8021.

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Remembering

C. Richard Kistner Emeritus faculty, fund holder and former foundation board member

C. Richard Kistner, emeritus faculty, fund holder and former foundation board member, died July 10. For over 36 years, Kistner was a chairman and professor of chemistry at UWL and finished his last year at UWL as the interim dean for the College of Science and Allied Health. In 1998, Kistner was awarded the Chancellor’s Award at UWL. For more information see the obituary.

Ralph G. Stover, '71 Alumnus

Alumnus Ralph G. Stover, '71, died Nov. 19, 2025. For more information see the obituary.

John "Jack" W. Cepek, '57 Alumnus

Alumnus John "Jack" W. Cepek, '57, died Oct. 11, 2025. For more information see the obituary.

Roger D. Keepers, '58 Alumnus

Alumnus Roger D. Keepers, '58, died May 16, 2025. For more information see the obituary.

William "Bill" B. Knapton, '52 Alumnus

Alumnus William "Bill" B. Knapton, '52, died Aug. 5, 2024. For more information see the obituary.

Evelyn T. (Van Dunk) Van Loon, '51 Alumna

Alumna Evelyn T. (Van Dunk) Van Loon, '51, died Nov. 29, 2022. For more information see the obituary.

Joan C. (Foster) Reindl, '46 Alumna

Alumna Joan C. (Foster) Reindl, '46, died Dec. 18, 2021. For more information see the obituary.

Donald James Van Loon, '58 Alumnus

Alumnus Donald James Van Loon, '58, died July 8. For more information see the obituary.

Theodore Charles Harris, '63 Alumnus

Alumnus Theodore Charles Harris, '63, died July 9. For more information see the obituary.

Erin Ramona Eberhardt, '02 Alumna

Alumna Erin Ramona Eberhardt, '02, died July 27. For more information see the obituary.

Katherine W. Martell, '56 Alumna

Alumna Katherine W. Martell, '56, died July 28. For more information see the obituary.

Kelly Jean Murphy, '81 Alumna

Alumna Kelly Jean Murphy, '81, died July 28. For more information see the obituary.

Ruth Maurine Kielley, '73 Alumna

Alumna Ruth Maurine Kielley, '73, died July 29. For more information see the obituary.

Kenneth James Pfaff, '60 Alumnus

Alumnus Kenneth James Pfaff, '60, died Aug. 2. For more information see the obituary.

Shirley (Sagmoen) E. Sidie, '73 Alumna

Alumna Shirley (Sagmoen) E. Sidie, '73, died Aug. 2. For more information see the obituary.

Cheryl Netwall, '75 Alumna

Alumna Cheryl Netwall, '75, died Aug. 6. For more information see the obituary.

Loren J. Krueger fund holder for the Warta L. Krueger Hall Memorial Scholarship

Loren J. Krueger, fund holder for the Warta L. Krueger Hall Memorial Scholarship, died July 31. For more information see the obituary.

Thomas A. Meier, '61 Alumnus

Alumnus Thomas A. Meier, '61, died Nov. 14, 2024. For more information see the obituary.

Ruth A. (Leary) Ries, '61 Alumna

Alumna Ruth A. (Leary) Ries, '61, died Sept. 24, 2024. For more information see the obituary.

Cynthia L. (Strzok) Daavettila,' 91 Alumna

Alumna Cynthia L. (Strzok) Daavettila,' 91, died Aug. 15, 2022. For more information see the obituary.

Alan W. Eastman, '68 Alumnus

Alumnus Alan W. Eastman, '68, died June 21, 2019. For more information see the obituary.

Robert M. Meyer, '73 Alumnus

Alumnus Robert M. Meyer, '73, died March 2, 2019. For more information see the obituary.

Lee J. Krueger Alumnus

Alumnus Lee J. Krueger died July 7, 1999. For more information see the obituary.

Katheryn L. (Spencer) Meyer, '47 Alumna

Alumna Katheryn L. (Spencer) Meyer, '47, died May 23, 2012. For more information see the obituary.

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