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Students in Jaspreet Kaur’s Conservation Biology course got their hands dirty this fall, working with community partners to restore sections of critical prairie habitat in and around La Crosse. The partnership was part of UWL's Community Engaged Learning program.

Prairie protectors Posted 1 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2026 Conservation Biology students partner with community to restore crucial habitats Read

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UW–La Crosse Physician Assistant Studies student Sam Weigel

Expanding his scope Posted 9:50 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2026 UWL student returns to grad school, expanding his role in patient care Read

Chancellor James Beeby and other university leaders will give a welcome address for the spring semester Tuesday, Jan. 20.

Kicking off the spring semester Posted 1:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 9, 2026 Chancellor Beeby to give welcome address Jan. 20 Read

UWL Biology Professor Scott Cooper teaches students advanced molecular biology techniques. In the class, students are conducting course-embedded research for UWL faculty client Sumei Liu.

Research in the classroom Posted 11:11 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 8, 2026 Students gain hands-on experience through course-embedded research for over 20 years Read

Elizabeth Evans, '05, will receive the 2026 Morgan Improving Lives Alumni Award during an award presentation in April.

A community cornerstone Posted 10 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2026 Elizabeth Evans to receive Morgan Improving Lives Alumni Award Read

Class Notes Posted 2:48 p.m. Monday, Jan. 5, 2026 Check in with fellow alumni Read

December at UWL Posted noon Monday, Jan. 5, 2026 Relive the month through our favorite images Read

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Red maple leaf with a hint of yellow and orange. Concentrations of diverse molecules in a leaf can make it appear multiple colors.

Why do fall leaves change color? Posted 8:32 a.m. Monday, Oct. 13, 2025 UWL scientists explain the basic science behind the beauty 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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Human Resources News

January Well Wisconsin: 2026 Resources, Incentive Updates, Upcoming Events Posted 3:38 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 15, 2026 Explore Well Wisconsin’s 2026 resources, incentive updates, and upcoming events designed to support employee health and well-being throughout the year. Read

Annual FSA Unsubstantiated Claims Process Posted 2:56 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 15, 2026 Annually, if a health care FSA payment card transaction is not automatically substantiated, you will be notified of an “unsubstantiated claim” that needs to be resolved by substantiation, substitution, or repayment. Read

Accessing Your Tax Documents Posted 2:45 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 15, 2026 Employees will be notified via Email when W2s are available. Read

2026 Payroll Calendar Posted 12:17 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 15, 2026 All Universities of Wisconsin employees are paid every other Thursday for the prior two week period. Read

Vision Insurance Changes for 2026 Posted 11:35 a.m. Monday, Jan. 12, 2026 As noted during Open Enrollment, there has been a vision administrator change for 2026. Read

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Community Engaged Learning Proposals now being accepted for fall 2026

The window to apply for a Community Engaged Learning (CEL) designation for fall 2026 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 fall 2026 semester is February 15, 2026. The CEL designation will be applied to your course by the start of registration. The round two deadline for fall 2026 is May 15, 2026. 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.

UWL surplus auction to be held through Jan. 12

UWL will conduct a sale of surplus property in partnership with the online auction site www.wisconsinsurplus.com running through Monday, Jan. 12. Pre-registration and a bidder number is required prior to bid submittals. Terms and conditions of sale, along with contact information can be found on the auction’s website. This is a 2008 Grand Caravan Van under auction number 26-034.

UWL In the News

Monday
Beyond the Title: Graciela Engen, Madison 365

Tuesday
Janus leaves UW-La Crosse for DII’s Northern Michigan, WIZM
Reince Priebus: It’s a ‘little late’ for Tim Michels to enter governor’s race (quoting UWL's Anthony Chergosky), WPR

Wednesday
UWL Women's Basketball brings back Bubba's Day on Jan. 10, WXOW

Thursday
UW-La Crosse aims to break attendance record Saturday during Bubba’s Youth Day honoring coach Moran Lonning’s son, WIZM
A History Class Unwraps Chocolate’s Past in Wisconsin, Civic Media

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Kristin Koepke, Center for Advancing Teaching and Learning (CATL) thanks Bill Thomas, Eli Holman and TJ Teegan, all Information Technology Services

Thanks to Bill Thomas, Eli Holman and TJ Teegan, all Information Technology Services, for your swing and efficient action with the Explorance Blue migration.
— Kristin Koepke, Center for Advancing Teaching and Learning (CATL)

Remembering

Mehmet T. Aritan Professor Emeritus

Professor Emeritus Mehmet T. Aritan died Dec. 7, 2025. For more information see the obituary.

Sari Salisbury, '86 Alumna

Alumna Sari Salisbury, '86, died Dec. 22, 2025. For more information see the obituary.

John A. "Jack" Bast, '60 Alumnus

Alumnus John A. "Jack" Bast, '60, died Dec. 23, 2025. For more information see the obituary.

John R. Bolstad, '84 Alumnus

Alumnus John R. Bolstad, '84, died Dec. 23, 2025. For more information see the obituary.

Ann Marie (Brandvold) Temp, '62 Alumna

Alumna Ann Marie (Brandvold) Temp, '62, died Dec. 24, 2025. For more information see the obituary.

Mary Joyce Hanson, '56 Alumna

Alumna Mary Joyce Hanson, '56, died Dec. 27, 2025. For more information see the obituary.

Lyda Lea Cline Lanier Alumna

Alumna Lyda Lea Cline Lanier died Dec. 28, 2025. For more information see the obituary.

Elizabeth Ann (Ristow) Robson, '70 Alumna

Alumna Elizabeth Ann (Ristow) Robson, '70, died Dec. 28, 2025. For more information see the obituary.

Loretta Anne (Berry) White, '92 Alumna

Alumna Loretta Anne (Berry) White, '92, died Dec. 28, 2025. For more information see the obituary.

William (Bill) Abraham Alumnus

Alumnus William (Bill) Abraham died Dec. 30, 2025. For more information see the obituary.

Donald K. Olson, '77 Alumnus

Alumnus Donald K. Olson, '77, died Dec. 30, 2025. For more information see the obituary.

Rita (Peterson) Spah, '71 Alumna

Alumna Rita (Peterson) Spah, '71, died Dec. 30, 2025.

Karin Jean Setterquist, '67 Alumna

Alumna Karin Jean Setterquist, '67, died Sept. 11, 2025. For more information see the obituary.

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