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• Week of Jan. 26 Change date
Read more -> In elite company Posted 2:13 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2026 New ranking places UW MBA Consortium among top online programs Read more about In elite company

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 Take a walk down memory lane by reliving campus happenings from 1996.     Photos courtesy of UWL Murphy Library Digital Collections Looking back: 1996 Posted 2:59 p.m. Monday, Jan. 26, 2026 The Atlanta Olympics, a national championship and more campus happenings 30 years ago Read more about Looking back: 1996 Luke Fannin, ’09, director of Student Support Services, meets with UWL Senior Amanda Keil, an SSS student. A home for students, right here Posted 7:42 a.m. Friday, Jan. 23, 2026 Student Support Services grant renewed, continuing nearly 50 years of impact Read more about A home for students, right here UWL students with the Full-Ride Scholarship Bike, one of the ways UWL financial aid counselors and peer advisors attract interest and teach about the importance of scholarships. How to apply for scholarships Posted 7:11 a.m. Friday, Jan. 23, 2026 A collection of the best tips on how to get a scholarship Read more about How to apply for scholarships Chancellor James Beeby joined other campus leadership in sharing recent achievements and priorities for the spring semester. Moving UWL forward Posted 7 a.m. Friday, Jan. 23, 2026 Beeby, leadership highlight key initiatives in spring welcome address  Read more about Moving UWL forward Megan Steffen, ’22, joined her former UWL mentors on a nine-day math education trip to Guatemala, gaining hands-on teaching experience while connecting with students and educators in a new cultural setting. Culture and connection Posted 4 p.m. Friday, Jan. 16, 2026 Alumna joins former mentors on math education trip to Guatemala Read more about Culture and connection Cover of The Golden Girls: Tales from the Lanai, co-edited by UW–La Crosse Assistant Professor of Media Studies Taylor Cole Miller and Alfred L. Martin Jr. 'The Golden Girls' revisited Posted 9:19 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 15, 2026 UWL professor’s book explores themes of groundbreaking sitcom Read more about 'The Golden Girls' revisited

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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 more about Why do fall leaves change color?
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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 more about UWL history quiz
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January 2026 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 more about January Well Wisconsin: 2026 Resources, Incentive Updates, Upcoming Events 2026 Unsubstantiated Claims 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 more about Annual FSA Unsubstantiated Claims Process 2025 Tax Documents Accessing Your Tax Documents Posted 2:45 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 15, 2026 Employees will be notified via Email when W2s are available. Read more about Accessing Your Tax Documents 2026 Payroll Schedule 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 more about 2026 Payroll Calendar Vision Changes 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 more about Vision Insurance Changes for 2026

General Announcements

Grant Writing Webinar: Thompson Center on Public Leadership Grants

Join Dr. Carla Molloy from WiSys Research Development and Dr. Alex Tahk from the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership for a discussion about applying for funding opportunities at the Center. The Tommy G. Thompson Center offers grants across the Universities of Wisconsin to support research that advances public leadership and policy challenges in Wisconsin. Register in advance online. Contact the Office of Research & Sponsored Programs with any questions.

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. 

Increase community engagement through volunteerism

UWL staff, faculty and students are invited to find volunteer opportunities and track their service using a platform called UGetConnected. This platform is free for the campus community and provides users with an excellent resource to help track engagement and build their personal volunteer resume.

Employees can join the UWL Employee UGetConnected user group by signing in with their NetID and password. UWL students can log in on the UGetConnected volunteer page. Summaries of student and employee volunteering activities are occasionally reported to demonstrate UWL’s level of engagement. 

UWL receives 2025 Campus Prevention Network Seal of Prevention

The Campus Prevention Network (CPN) Seal of Prevention is a trusted signal to students, their families and the community that our campus prioritizes student well-being, safety and success. Seal of Prevention recipients have, on average, an 8.3% higher first-year retention rate and a 9.5% higher on-time four-year graduation rate compared to non-seal institutions.

Recipients of the CPN Seal of Prevention take action to create safer campuses through comprehensive, evidence-based digital prevention education on issues such as sexual assault, alcohol and drug misuse, and mental health. The CPN Seal establishes guidelines for discerning quality prevention education and implementation practices, and positions prevention as central to key institutional outcomes such as student success, campus climate, and retention.

Learn more about the 2025 CPN Seal of Prevention.

Learn more about universal prevention education at UWL.

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

  • Friday, Jan. 30
    • 10 a.m.-11:30 a.m., Student Union (by Sono)
    • w/Kara Ostlund, assistant vice chancellor and dean of students
  • Monday, Feb. 2
    • 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Whitney Center
    • w/Jeff Keenan, director of Rec Sports
  • Wednesday, Feb. 11
    • 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Whitney Center
    • w/Crys Champion, director of Counseling & Testing
  • Friday, Feb. 20
    • 10:30 a.m.-noon, Student Union (by Sono)
    • w/Kyle Burke, director of University Centers & Student Engagement
  • Wednesday, Feb. 25
    • 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Whitney Center
    • w/Patrick Heise, director of Residence Life
  • Monday, March 2
    • 10:30 a.m.-noon, Student Union (by Sono)
    • w/Ashley Franzo, director of Campus Child Center

Introduction to Mindfulness

UWL Counseling & Testing, Wellness & Health Advocacy and Rec Sports have teamed up to provide non-credit "Intro to Mindfulness" courses for the campus community! UWL "Intro to Mindfulness" courses use curriculum designed by the Mindfulness Institute for Emerging Adults (MIEA). 
 
Mindfulness is simple, but not easy. Our four-week "Intro to Mindfulness" is an introductory class that will teach students the skill of mindfulness. It will also help you build the habit of using it in your life on a regular basis. Positive outcomes include: 

  • Less self-judgment 
  • Manage stress 
  • Increased self-compassion 
  • Better sleep 
  • Increased calm 

Faculty & Staff - Please consider referring students to attend!  

The course is open to UWL students, staff, and faculty only. There is no fee to attend; however, attendees must register in advance by the deadline. More information and registration are available on the Rec Sports Intro to Mindfulness webpage. Two sessions are offered for the spring semester, starting Feb.19 and March 30.  

Take a Student to Coffee Program

The Take a Student to Coffee program, supported by the Division of Student Affairs & The Parent Fund, is an opportunity for outside-the-classroom connections between students and faculty/staff. The program is designed for a faculty or staff member to invite a student for a coffee, beverage or snack and use the time to get to know each other better and/or to discuss projects, events, or activities. We hope this program encourages meaningful discussions and the development of lasting mentor/mentee relationships.

Faculty/staff members may apply to receive a $10 certificate to use to take a student out to coffee or a snack at an on-campus Chartwells dining location. Certificates will be mailed through campus mail. Faculty/staff are then welcome to invite any student to a coffee conversation. Once a certificate is used at the Chartwells location, both the faculty/staff member and the student will receive a survey to complete.

UWL In the News

Join the It Make$ Cents! team and Scholarship Resource Center folks for an all inclusive, fun learning event! We will provide you with financial tips and scholarship tricks while you get to test your luck to win fabulous gift cards!

It makes cents to learn life-skills!

Don't forget! There are two ways to make your time and money count! By attending our events you have the chance to win a $50 scholarship each time! What's even better? Double up your odds to win a $150 scholarship if you attend an event and come in for a financial consultation. Cha-ching!

Murphy Library presents Money Matters: Financial Literacy Workshop Series with UW Credit Union and It Make$ Cents! Money Management Center

This spring, Murphy Library will partner with financial experts from the UW Credit Union and money managers from It Make$ Cents! to teach UWL students about financial literacy.

Over the course of four subject-specific workshops on Mondays this spring, students will learn the basics of savings, credit, budgeting and investing during customized one-hour, drop-in events held in Murphy Library.

Bring your lunch, questions and appetite to learn the aspects of financial wellness.

It sure make$ cents to learn life skills!

Tuesday
What does Pete Buttigieg's visit mean for Western Wisconsin? (quoting UWL's Anthony Chergosky), WXOW
Chergosky on when it’s OK not to tip, Buttigieg’s visit and the mayor’s sway over city council, WIZM

Wednesday
UWL Chancellor highlights record enrollment and future priorities in spring address, WKBT
La Crosse Council holds meeting focused on improving communication methods (featuring UWL's Scott Dickmeyer), WKBT

Upcoming events Calendar

Today

  • Free Group Fitness Class 10 a.m.-noon
  • LSAT Online Test Preparation 6 p.m.
  • UW-La Crosse LSAT Test Preparation 10 a.m.
  • Last Day to Add a first 1/2 semester Course without Permission
  • Apply Now for CEL Course Designation Noon-11:30 p.m.
  • Digital Accessibility Support 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
  • Winter Week of Welcome Midnight
  • Spring Crafts Noon-2 p.m.
  • Women's Basketball vs UW - River Falls 7 p.m.

Tomorrow

  • Free Group Fitness Class 10 a.m.-noon
  • Faculty Senate Meeting 3:45 p.m.-5:30 p.m.
  • NSE Information Session 3 p.m.-4 p.m.
  • GRE Online Test Preparation 7 p.m.
  • GMAT Test Preparation 6 p.m.
  • Apply Now for CEL Course Designation Noon-11:30 p.m.
  • Search & screen 10 a.m.-noon
  • Education Abroad 101 4 p.m.-4:30 p.m.
  • EDS Admissions Info Meeting 4 p.m.-5 p.m.
  • Winter Week of Welcome Midnight
  • Library Tenure & Promotion Committee Meeting 10 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
  • Search & screen 1:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m.
  • Search & screen 1 p.m.-2 p.m.
  • Search & screen 3 p.m.-3:45 p.m.
  • UWL Real Estate Club Meetings 7 p.m.-8 p.m.
  • La Crosse SEEK 6 p.m.-10 p.m.

Friday, Jan. 30

  • Free Group Fitness Class 10 a.m.-noon
  • Academic Policies and Standards CAPS 2:15 p.m.-3:30 p.m.
  • Grades Due Winter Intersession 8 a.m.
  • Last Day to Drop a First Half Class without a "W"
  • Last Day to Add a first 1/2 semester Course with Permission
  • Last Day to Add a Full Semester Course without Permission
  • Apply Now for CEL Course Designation Noon-11:30 p.m.
  • Chat with Student Affairs Leaders 10 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
  • Winter Week of Welcome Midnight
  • MGT Merit Committee Meeting 1 p.m.-2 p.m.
  • MGT PRT Bylaws meeting 2:15 p.m.-3:30 p.m.
  • Psych Hour Lecture Series Noon-1 p.m.
  • Write On 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
  • La Crosse SEEK 6 p.m.-10 p.m.
  • Eagles @ Nite: Bob Ross Night with CAB and FSL 7 p.m.-8:30 p.m.

Saturday, Jan. 31

  • Free Group Fitness Class 10 a.m.-noon
  • Apply Now for CEL Course Designation Noon-11:30 p.m.
  • Winter Week of Welcome Midnight
  • La Crosse SEEK 7 a.m.-10 p.m.
  • Men's Swimming and Diving vs UW-Stevens Point 10 a.m.
  • Women's Swimming and Diving vs UW-Stevens Point 10 a.m.

Sunday, Feb. 1

  • Dr. Jonathan Borja: Flute 2 p.m.-3 p.m.
  • Apply Now for CEL Course Designation Noon-11:30 p.m.
  • 2026 Ice Fishing Outing 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
  • Winter Week of Welcome Midnight
  • La Crosse SEEK 8 a.m.-12:45 p.m.

Monday, Feb. 2

  • Department meeting Noon-1 p.m.
  • Post-Tenure Review: Dean to Canvas 8 a.m.
  • General Education Committee GEC 3:30 p.m.-5 p.m.
  • Glow Climbing 4 p.m.-9 p.m.
  • Apply Now for CEL Course Designation Noon-11:30 p.m.
  • Textbook Rental Services Oversight Committee 1 p.m.-2:15 p.m.
  • Education Abroad 101 10 a.m.-10:30 a.m.
  • Money Matters Noon-1 p.m.
  • Chat with Student Affairs Leaders 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
  • JCCD Meeting 1:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m.
  • MGT Curriculum Committee mtg. 2:15 p.m.-3:15 p.m.
  • Winter Week of Welcome Midnight
  • Money Matters: Credit Noon-1 p.m.
  • Search & screen 3 p.m.-6 p.m.
  • Department meeting 12:05 p.m.-12:50 p.m.
  • Personnel Review Meeting 3:50 p.m.-4:25 p.m.
  • Chi Alpha Weekly Gathering 7 p.m.-8 p.m.
  • CAB Movie Monday 7 p.m.-9:30 p.m.

Tuesday, Feb. 3

  • Department meeting 3:45 p.m.-5 p.m.
  • Department meeting 3:45 p.m.-5 p.m.
  • Graduate Curriculum Committee GCC 3:30 p.m.-5 p.m.
  • Apply Now for CEL Course Designation Noon-11:30 p.m.
  • Education Abroad 101 11 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
  • Romance Fraud & Financial Crimes 5:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m.
  • Winter Week of Welcome Midnight
  • Coffee Meets Learning 8 a.m.-9 a.m.
  • Flowing Together 5 p.m.-7 p.m.
  • UWL-Athletic Training Association February Meeting 7 p.m.-8 p.m.

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Jessica SchweigertCasey Tobin
published Jessica Schweigert and Casey Tobin Psychology
Jessica SchweigertCasey Tobin

Jessica Schweigert and Casey Tobin, both Psychology, co-authored the article "Breaking the Cycle: How Parents with Childhood Adversity Perceive Intergenerational Risks" in "International Journal of Psychological Studies," published on Dec. 23 by Canadian Center of Science and Education. We are excited to announce the publication of our article that focuses on examining how parents with high Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) understand and respond to the risk of passing adversity on to their children. The study highlights how intentional, trauma-informed parenting grounded in self-awareness, education and support can help parents build resilience and promote healing across generations.

Melina Packer
interviewed Melina Packer Race, Gender & Sexuality Studies
Melina Packer

Melina Packer, Race, Gender & Sexuality Studies, was interviewed by Kyle Johannsen of New Books Network on Jan. 13.

Ken SchwartzlowHeather WalderJenna JeskeKristofer Rolfhus
presented Ken Schwartzlow, Heather Walder, Jenna Jeske and Kristofer Rolfhus Archaeology & Anthropology and Chemistry & Biochemistry
Ken SchwartzlowHeather WalderJenna JeskeKristofer Rolfhus

Ken Schwartzlow, student, and Heather Walder, both Archaeology & Anthropology; and Jenna Jeske, student, and Kristofer Rolfhus, both Chemistry & Biochemistry; presented "Investigating Anthropogenic Mercury in Soil Samples from an Early-Nineteenth-Century Fur Trade Site in Northern Wisconsin" at the Society for Historical Archaeology 59th Annual Conference on Jan. 8 in Detroit, MI. This interdisciplinary project uses a novel and minimally-invasive soil chemistry approach to map activity areas on fur-trade era archaeological sites. Students and faculty involved in the project are collaborating to submit results for publication in the Journal of Archaeological Science.

Bixi Qiao
published Bixi Qiao Psychology
Bixi Qiao

Bixi Qiao, Psychology, co-authored the book "Teaching Tips: A Compendium of Conference Presentations on Teaching, 2024-25," published on Jan. 9 by The Society for the Teaching of Psychology. Volume 10 of this ongoing series, provide summaries of teaching presentations originally delivered at one of nine different national or regional conferences, many of which are sponsored by STP. The goal of this series is to preserve these works, which may otherwise be forgotten after their original presentation, for dissemination to a wider audience of current and future educators.

Karl Kattchee
directed Karl Kattchee Mathematics & Statistics
Karl Kattchee

Karl Kattchee, Mathematics & Statistics, organized the "SIGMAA Special Session on Mathematics and the Arts" at the annual Joint Mathematics Meetings, Jan. 4-7, in Washington, D.C.

Samantha Lyons
presented Samantha Lyons Biology
Samantha Lyons

Samantha Lyons, Biology student, presented "Risk of Early Exposure of PFAS in Fish " at Emerging Contaminants Workshop on Jan. 14 in Menominee, WI. Her work was shared with the Wisconsin Tribal Conservation Counsel.

Becki Elkins
published Becki Elkins and Quortne Hutchings Student Affairs Administration and Northern Illinois University
Becki Elkins

Becki Elkins, Student Affairs Administration and Quortne Hutchings, Northern Illinois University, co-authored the chapter "Special Issue on Recovery on Campus" in About Campus published on Dec. 1, 2025 by Sage. This special issue of "About Campus," co-edited by Elkins and Hutchings, highlighted recovery from substance use disorders on college and university campuses. Articles explored recovery epistemology; the national state of collegiate recovery; the role of collegiate recovery programs and the experiences of their students and staff; and the experiences of student affairs staff and faculty in recovery. The issue concluded with a love letter to collegiate community members dealing with substance use disorders or in recovery.

Jessica Judson
published Jessica Judson Biology
Jessica Judson

Jessica Judson, Biology, authored the article "Forelimb stripe coloration signals age, but not physiological health, in painted turtles" in "Behavioral Ecology and Sociobiology," published on Jan. 1 by Springer. We tested the hypothesis that variation in painted turtle forelimb stripe coloration is an honest signal of physiological health (glucocorticoids, innate and adaptive immune function). Instead, physiology measures varied with age and sex but did not associate with coloration.

Antonio Martín Gómez
published Antonio Martin Gomez Global Cultures & Languages
Antonio Martín Gómez

Antonio Martin Gomez, Global Cultures & Languages, authored the book "CUÉNTEME: Spanish for Mental Health Professionals (First Edition)" published on Jan. 22 by Cognella Academic Publishing. "Cuénteme" is designed to help English-speaking students in mental health degrees improve their Spanish proficiency in a professional context.

Antonio Martín Gómez
presented Antonio Martin Gomez Global Cultures & Languages
Antonio Martín Gómez

Antonio Martin Gomez, Global Cultures & Languages, presented "Explicit Instruction and Virtual Tandem Learning Facilitate the Development of Spanish Voiceless Stops" at X Congreso Internacional de Fonética Experimental (CIFE) on Jan. 14 in Córdoba, Spain. Martin Gomez presented phonetic data from students learning the /p t k/ segments in Spanish with corrective feedback from native peers. Results show overall gainings, with significant performance of /k/ at the end of a semester.

Kaaviya Saraboji
awarded Kaaviya Saraboji College of Science & Health
Kaaviya Saraboji

Kaaviya Saraboji, College of Science & Health student, received first place at the 2025 WiSys At-Large Innovation Showcase on Nov. 5, 2025 in UW-Green Bay. Saraboji's presentation — “ARISTOTLE: Ethical Readiness Assessment Tool for Healthcare AI Systems” — sought to help healthcare teams evaluate ethical readiness and to foster transparency, accountability and trust across the healthcare AI ecosystem. The showcase was a culminating event for UWL's Innovation On-Ramp program coordinated by Professor of Chemistry and Biochemistry Kelly Gorres. The five-week program is designed to help students develop innovation skills and advance their ideas in any discipline.

Viewing past week's kudos

  • [published]

    Jessica Schweigert and Casey Tobin, both Psychology, co-authored the article "Breaking the Cycle: How Parents with Childhood Adversity Perceive Intergenerational Risks" in "International Journal of Psychological Studies," published on Dec. 23 by Canadian Center of Science and Education. We are excited to announce the publication of our article that focuses on examining how parents with high Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) understand and respond to the risk of passing adversity on to their children. The study highlights how intentional, trauma-informed parenting grounded in self-awareness, education and support can help parents build resilience and promote healing across generations.

  • [interviewed]

    Melina Packer, Race, Gender & Sexuality Studies, was interviewed by Kyle Johannsen of New Books Network on Jan. 13.

  • [presented]

    Ken Schwartzlow, student, and Heather Walder, both Archaeology & Anthropology; and Jenna Jeske, student, and Kristofer Rolfhus, both Chemistry & Biochemistry; presented "Investigating Anthropogenic Mercury in Soil Samples from an Early-Nineteenth-Century Fur Trade Site in Northern Wisconsin" at the Society for Historical Archaeology 59th Annual Conference on Jan. 8 in Detroit, MI. This interdisciplinary project uses a novel and minimally-invasive soil chemistry approach to map activity areas on fur-trade era archaeological sites. Students and faculty involved in the project are collaborating to submit results for publication in the Journal of Archaeological Science.

  • [published]

    Bixi Qiao, Psychology, co-authored the book "Teaching Tips: A Compendium of Conference Presentations on Teaching, 2024-25," published on Jan. 9 by The Society for the Teaching of Psychology. Volume 10 of this ongoing series, provide summaries of teaching presentations originally delivered at one of nine different national or regional conferences, many of which are sponsored by STP. The goal of this series is to preserve these works, which may otherwise be forgotten after their original presentation, for dissemination to a wider audience of current and future educators.

  • [directed]

    Karl Kattchee, Mathematics & Statistics, organized the "SIGMAA Special Session on Mathematics and the Arts" at the annual Joint Mathematics Meetings, Jan. 4-7, in Washington, D.C.

  • [presented]

    Samantha Lyons, Biology student, presented "Risk of Early Exposure of PFAS in Fish " at Emerging Contaminants Workshop on Jan. 14 in Menominee, WI. Her work was shared with the Wisconsin Tribal Conservation Counsel.

  • [published]

    Becki Elkins, Student Affairs Administration and Quortne Hutchings, Northern Illinois University, co-authored the chapter "Special Issue on Recovery on Campus" in About Campus published on Dec. 1, 2025 by Sage. This special issue of "About Campus," co-edited by Elkins and Hutchings, highlighted recovery from substance use disorders on college and university campuses. Articles explored recovery epistemology; the national state of collegiate recovery; the role of collegiate recovery programs and the experiences of their students and staff; and the experiences of student affairs staff and faculty in recovery. The issue concluded with a love letter to collegiate community members dealing with substance use disorders or in recovery.

  • [published]

    Jessica Judson, Biology, authored the article "Forelimb stripe coloration signals age, but not physiological health, in painted turtles" in "Behavioral Ecology and Sociobiology," published on Jan. 1 by Springer. We tested the hypothesis that variation in painted turtle forelimb stripe coloration is an honest signal of physiological health (glucocorticoids, innate and adaptive immune function). Instead, physiology measures varied with age and sex but did not associate with coloration.

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    Antonio Martin Gomez, Global Cultures & Languages, authored the book "CUÉNTEME: Spanish for Mental Health Professionals (First Edition)" published on Jan. 22 by Cognella Academic Publishing. "Cuénteme" is designed to help English-speaking students in mental health degrees improve their Spanish proficiency in a professional context.

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    Antonio Martin Gomez, Global Cultures & Languages, presented "Explicit Instruction and Virtual Tandem Learning Facilitate the Development of Spanish Voiceless Stops" at X Congreso Internacional de Fonética Experimental (CIFE) on Jan. 14 in Córdoba, Spain. Martin Gomez presented phonetic data from students learning the /p t k/ segments in Spanish with corrective feedback from native peers. Results show overall gainings, with significant performance of /k/ at the end of a semester.

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    Kaaviya Saraboji, College of Science & Health student, received first place at the 2025 WiSys At-Large Innovation Showcase on Nov. 5, 2025 in UW-Green Bay. Saraboji's presentation — “ARISTOTLE: Ethical Readiness Assessment Tool for Healthcare AI Systems” — sought to help healthcare teams evaluate ethical readiness and to foster transparency, accountability and trust across the healthcare AI ecosystem. The showcase was a culminating event for UWL's Innovation On-Ramp program coordinated by Professor of Chemistry and Biochemistry Kelly Gorres. The five-week program is designed to help students develop innovation skills and advance their ideas in any discipline.

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Graduate & Extended Learning thanks University Communications, the Center for Advancing Teaching & Learning, and Information Technology Services

Thanks to University Communications, the Center for Advancing Teaching & Learning, and Information Technology Services for your support in enacting the new digital accessibility requirements. This is a steep learning curve for many of us and we are grateful to have your guidance!
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Remembering

Harold "Gene" Drecktrah, '62 Alumnus

Alumnus Harold "Gene" Drecktrah, '62, died Jan. 13. Drecktrah was a fund holder for the Drecktrah Family Scholarship in Biology and the Drecktrah Family Scholarship in Elementary Education. For more information see the obituary.

Rev. John Gibbs, '74 Alumnus

Rev. John Gibbs, '74, died Dec. 27, 2025. For more information see the obituary.

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