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A sight that never gets old: Tulips in full bloom around campus.

April at UWL Posted 11 a.m. Friday, May 1, 2026 Relive the month through our favorite images Read

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 10:29 a.m. Friday, May 1, 2026 UWL leisure expert explores a musical philosophy for living in uncertain times Read

Spring 2026 graduate Valliammai Arunachalam, a computer engineering major, develops algorithms that combine multiple AI and machine learning models to solve complex problems and drive innovation. Her first patent is for an AI driven spotlight.

Lighting her path Posted 4:25 p.m. Wednesday, April 29, 2026 Curiosity guides senior to patents, publications and leadership during undergrad years Read

UWL students in Professor Laurie Harmon’s Environmental Interpretation course collaborate with local wildlife experts to develop digital interpretive signs highlighting Hintgen Island’s environment, history and biodiversity.

Lessons on the river Posted 1:07 p.m. Friday, April 24, 2026 Students, wildlife experts team up to create interpretative signs on Hintgen Island Read

UWL students Alaena Wolf and Zachary Zoromski student teach in Aix-en-Provence, France, gaining global perspective through Educators Abroad.

A world beyond home Posted 9:38 a.m. Friday, April 24, 2026 Students find connection, confidence through global student teaching Read

UWL has joined the newly formed Corn Belt Ports Rural Logistics & Maritime Training & Education Consortium, leveraging its expertise in freshwater education to support the maritime workforce in the Midwest.

Taking the helm in water education Posted 9 a.m. Friday, April 24, 2026 UWL joins new consortium supporting Midwest's water workforce 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.

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NEW: WorkDay Notification for Benefit Eligible New Hires Posted 11:43 a.m. Thursday, April 30, 2026 The Benefit Workgroup is excited to announce enhanced notifications rolling out in May! Read

Use Paid Leave by June 30, 2026 Posted 10:13 a.m. Thursday, April 30, 2026 Leave eligible employees are encouraged to plan and schedule paid leave now to avoid losing hours that are not eligible to carry over into the next fiscal year. Read

Policy Review | Vacation, Paid Leave banks, and Vacation Cash Payouts Posted 3:44 p.m. Tuesday, April 28, 2026 Learn about the UW System policy and employee vacation, paid leave banks, and vacation cash payouts Read

Training Input Survey Posted 3:38 p.m. Tuesday, April 28, 2026 What Training Opportunities Would You Like to See at UWL? Read

4/30/2026 Payroll & General Benefit Deductions Posted 3:02 p.m. Tuesday, April 21, 2026 The 4/30/2026 Payroll is the 3rd Payroll of the month...... Read

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Chat with Student Affairs Leaders

Have a question, idea, concern, or just want to put a face to Student Affairs? Stop by our “Chat with Student Affairs Leaders” table in the Whitney Center or the Student Union and talk with us — no appointment needed.

These casual tabling sessions are designed to make Student Affairs more visible, approachable, and easy to connect with. Come for a quick hello or stay awhile and share what’s on your mind.

Who you’ll meet

At every session, you’ll be able to chat with:

Vice Chancellor of Student Affairs Vitaliano Figueroa
One Student Affairs director (a rotating leader from across Student Affairs)

What you can talk about

Anything. Seriously. Students often stop by to:

Share concerns or barriers they’re running into
Offer ideas to improve campus life
Ask questions about resources and services
Talk about what’s going well (we want to hear that too)
Get to know the people behind Student Affairs

What to expect

Drop-in format: come and go when it works for you
Low-pressure conversation: no forms, no presentations — just a chat
Real connection: your experience matters, and we’re here to listen

Where & when to find us

Wednesday, May 6
- 3-4:30 p.m., Student Union (by Sono)
- w/Kyle Burke, director of University Centers & Student Engagement

Student renters: Policy change notice

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.

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. Some of these organizations also provide free large-item pickup services.

Donated items

Unusable items

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

Recreational Sports - Finals and May break hours

The Recreational Sports Department would like to share building/program hours for spring finals and May break. 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.

Finals Week (May 11-17)

Recreational Eagle Center/Fitness Center
Monday-Thursday:  6 a.m.-10 p.m.
Friday:  6 a.m.-6 p.m.
Saturday:  Noon-6 p.m.
Sunday:  CLOSED

EZONE
Monday-Thursday:  3 p.m.-10 p.m.
Friday-Sunday:  CLOSED

Outdoor Connection
Monday-Friday:  Noon-6 p.m.
Saturday-Sunday:  CLOSED

Climbing Gym
Monday-Thursday: 4-9 p.m.
Friday-Sunday:  CLOSED

Bouldering Only
Tuesday/Wednesday: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.

Mitchell Hall Pool
Monday: Noon-12:50 p.m., 8-10 p.m.
Tuesday: 8-10 p.m.
Wednesday: Noon-12:50 p.m.
Thursday-Sunday: CLOSED

**Group Fitness classes will be free during finals week.

May Break (May 18-24)

Recreational Eagle Center/Fitness Center
Monday-Saturday:  Noon-6 p.m.
Sunday:  CLOSED

EZONE
Monday-Sunday:  CLOSED

Outdoor Connection
Monday-Sunday:  CLOSED

Climbing Gym
Monday-Sunday:  CLOSED

Mitchell Hall Pool
Monday-Sunday:  CLOSED

Michael Current retirement reception

Please join us to recognize and celebrate Michael Current's 20+ years as a librarian in Murphy Library. Refreshments will be available from 3-4:30 p.m. in the Gathering Place in Cleary.

Communications Corner

Amy McDonald retirement celebration

Join us in celebrating Amy McDonald's 24+ years of valuable contributions and dedication to UWL Parking Services. Cake and refreshments will be served.

Remarks will be at 2:30pm. Please enter using the northeast entrance of the Police Services Building.

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Graduate & Extended Learning thanks Kendall Bowman, UWL Alumni & Friends Foundation and Kelly Proksch, University Bookstore

Thanks to Kendall Bowman, UWL Alumni & Friends Foundation, and Kelly Proksch, University Bookstore, for their excellent work in making Caps off to Commencement such a great part of the graduating student experience. We enjoy our collaboration and look forward to working with you on future events!
— Graduate & Extended Learning

Amy Ticknor, History thanks Ethen Jewell, Business Services Office

Thanks to Ethen Jewell, Business Services Office, for helping with a very complicated invoicing situation!
— Amy Ticknor, History

Remembering

David S. Tostrud Alumnus

Alumnus David S. Tostrud died April 17. For more information see the obituary.

Carol B. Ibinger, '72 Alumna

Alumna Carol B. Ibinger, '72, died April 19. For more information see the obituary.

James David "JD" Schams Alumnus

Alumnus James David "JD" Schams, '66, died April 20. For more information see the obituary.

Jude Ann Rand Alumna

Alumna Jude Ann Rand died Nov. 26, 2025. For more information see the obituary.

Daniel J. Jack, '64 Alumnus

Alumnus Daniel J. Jack, '64, died March 12, 2024. For more information see the obituary.

Pierre A DeBaun, '66 Alumnus

Alumnus Pierre A DeBaun, '66, died Feb. 21, 2019. For more information see the obituary.

Sharon L (Waughtal) Rhynalds, '60 Alumna

Alumna Sharon L (Waughtal) Rhynalds, '60, died Sept. 27, 2018. For more information see the obituary.

Eric J Larson, '78 Alumnus

Alumnus Eric J Larson, '78, died Aug. 31, 2016. For more information see the obituary.

Aaron Q. Scholze, '11, Alumnus

Alumnus Aaron Q. Scholze, '11, died May 11, 2019. For more information see the obituary.

Russell W. Price, '75 Alumnus

Alumnus Russell W. Price, '75, died Oct. 21, 2008.

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