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Join us at an upcoming event Posted 9:29 a.m. Monday, Nov. 3, 2025 The Foundation offers ways to engage on campus and in the community Read

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October at UWL Posted 3:51 p.m. Friday, Oct. 31, 2025 Relive the month through our favorite images Read

UWL Senior Khang Duong is among the first UWL students to be recognized through the university’s new Undergraduate Research & Creativity Laureate Program

Meet an undergrad laureate Posted 9:26 a.m. Friday, Oct. 31, 2025 UWL’s new program honors students for going above and beyond in research and creativity Read

UWL seniors from left, Ava Mueller and Hayley Moore serve as CBA Ambassadors, volunteering their time to support college events. Mueller is a Business Management major, while Moore majors in Business Analytics and Management.

How often do you do a good deed? Posted 5 p.m. Monday, Oct. 27, 2025 Students develop skills through volunteerism in impactful CBA Ambassador Program Read

UWL staff members gather with Stryker Eagle at the UWL Hoeschler Clock Tower during One Day for UWL.

Record-setting day Posted 9:16 a.m. Monday, Oct. 27, 2025 Sixth-annual One Day for UWL brings record-breaking generosity Read

Use AI to supplement your resume writing process

How to use AI to refine your resume Posted 9:58 a.m. Friday, Oct. 24, 2025 Learn to use online tools to tailor, refine and perfect your resume Read

UW-La Crosse alumni with medical experience are helping train the next generation of healthcare providers in UWL Physician Assistant Studies. Here Dr. Daniel Anderson, who graduated with a biology major and chemistry minor from UWL in 2009, works with a PA student in clinicals.

Returning to their roots Posted 12:20 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 23, 2025 Alumni physicians give back through UWL’s Physician Assistant Studies program 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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ETF News: Upcoming Deadlines for Benefit Changes Effective 2026 Posted 8:19 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 6, 2025 Know some important due dates to make changes to your insurance and retirement benefits, for these to take effect in January 2026. Read

Open Enrollment Appeal & Rescind Requests Posted 8:34 a.m. Monday, Nov. 3, 2025 Open Enrollment Appeal & Rescind Requests Now Being Accepted Read

November Policy Review | Inclement Weather Posted 7:46 a.m. Monday, Nov. 3, 2025 Please review the inclement weather policy Read

Picture of the Murphey Library and students walking on campus.

Daylight Savings This Weekend Posted 3:32 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 30, 2025 Hourly employees who will work during the Sunday, November 2, 1:00 am - 2:00 am Daylight Savings Time (DST) change and their managers Read

UWL Supervisor Training | Enrolling Now for Winter 2025 Posted 2:53 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 30, 2025 UWL HR Presents Supervisor Training in December 2025 Read

General Announcements

Repay Your Loans Like a Champ!

You're graduating, now what?

Are you beginning to wonder how much you owe in student loans or who your loan servicer is? Learn the various options that you have for your student loan repayment. What will work best for you and your new career?

It makes cents to learn life-skills!

Don't forget! There are two ways to make your time & 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!

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Grant Writing Webinar: Connecting to an Innovation Ecosystem & Finding Funding

Getting external research funding can be especially daunting when you are an early career researcher. In this panel discussion, Dr. Grace Lewis, Food Science, UW-River Falls; Dr. Liz Glogowski, Materials Science and Biomedical Engineering, UW-Eau Claire; and Dr. Jen Wenner, retired, Geology, UW-Oshkosh, will share how they successfully connected into an innovation ecosystem and secured external research funding. Register in advance online. Contact the Office of Research & Sponsored Programs with any questions.

UWL Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk

Join us for the 30th Annual UWL Turkey Trot on Saturday, Nov. 22!

This La Crosse area tradition includes a 5K run/walk, Jr. Gobbler Dash and 1/2 mile races, youth activities, mascot appearances and a basket raffle full of prizes to win from local businesses.

Register and learn more on the Turkey Trot webpage.

Wiser Career & Education Fair

Wondering what you can do with a science major? Attend the Wiser Conference Career & Education Fair from 1-3 p.m. Friday, Nov. 14 at The Bluffs, Student Union (second floor). Explore the different opportunities in the science field and network with employers. The event is free and open to all students. We hope to see you there!

UAPUWL (faculty & staff union) meeting

We will discuss and plan continued local and statewide efforts to prevent the passage of the proposed UW System General Education policy. If you care about preserving academic autonomy, this will be an important meeting to attend. We will also discuss the recently available proposed teaching load policy that will also be voted on by the Board of Regents on Nov. 19. All faculty and staff are welcome, including members and non-members.

UWL In the News

Monday
13th annual UW-La Crosse High School Band Day brings together nearly 600 student musicians, WKBT
Political (Halloween) candy with UW-L political scientist Chergosky, WIZM

Wednesday
UW-La Crosse's Prairie Springs Science Center gets approval to move forward, WKBT
UW-L’s Kovari on Kmart TIF, downtown public market, city’s $2 million budget shortfall, WIZM

Thursday
Housing and infrastructure crisis the main focus at annual Economic Indicators Breakfast (UWL event), WXOW
Prairie Springs Phase II gets final approval, WIZM

Friday
Master Metalsmith Comes Home (featuring UWL alum), Door County Pulse

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Thanks to Vinny Heal, Human Resources, for always going above and beyond; your extra effort makes a huge impact. Your willingness to help and your hard work are deeply appreciated.
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Remembering

David J. Pehl retired employee

David J. Pehl, a retired UWL police officer, died Oct. 23. For more information see the obituary.

Nelda Manter Professor Emeritus

Professor Emeritus Nelda Manter died.

Richard A. Hinchcliffe Alumnus

Alumnus Richard A. Hinchcliffe died Oct. 19, 2023. For more information see the obituary.

Gerald L. Hibbler, '74, Alumnus

Alumnus Gerald L. Hibbler, '74, died.

John J. Gross Alumnus

Alumnus John J. Gross died Feb. 1, 2021. For more information see the obituary.

Marilyn (Mayer) Sholl Alumna

Alumna Marilyn (Mayer) Sholl died Feb. 19, 2010. For more information see the obituary.

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