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Building Bridges Posted noon Friday, Oct. 9, 2026 Read the latest issue of the College of Business Administration online magazine Read

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Stryker Eagle celebrates with children from UWL's Campus Child Center during One Day for UWL.

1909 Challenge Posted 2:37 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2026 One Day for UWL gifts can unlock additional support for students Read

Image of person pulling the hands on the UWL Hoeschler tower backward using a rope.

Turning back the clock Posted 10:58 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2026 Campus landmarks that hold a lifetime of memories Read

Alumnus Harry Blount, ’86, spoke when the lecture series first started in 2016.

Business lessons, back on campus Posted 2:12 p.m. Monday, Oct. 5, 2026 Through lecture series, alumni share valuable insights with today's business students Read

The Hansen CBA Excellence Awards celebrate outstanding staff and faculty who are advancing the mission and student experience of the college.

Meet this year's Hansen Award recipients Posted 3 p.m. Friday, Oct. 2, 2026 Meet this year’s Hansen Award recipients Read

Assistant Professor of Economics Marissa Eckrote-Nordland partnered with Habitat for Humanity on a Community Engaged Learning course that allowed her students to apply statistical analysis to real-world challenges, ultimately providing Habitat with data-driven insights to help guide its work in the community.

Putting data to work Posted 2:01 p.m. Friday, Oct. 2, 2026 Economics students uncover insights through partnership with Habitat for Humanity Read

No one is more excited for a new academic year than UWL's Vanguards.

September at UWL Posted 7 a.m. Friday, Oct. 2, 2026 Relive the month through our favorite images Read

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A red maple leaf with hints of yellow and orange. Concentrations of diverse molecules in a leaf can make it appear multiple colors.

When will fall colors peak in the Driftless Region? Posted 3 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2026 Plus, UWL experts explain the 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

Attend a Benefits Enrollment Presentation Posted 8:31 a.m. Monday, Oct. 5, 2026 The 2027 Benefits Open Enrollment period is October 5 – October 30, 2026. Read

Virtual Benefits Q&A | October 2026 Posted 8:55 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2026 Join UWL HR virtually to learn more about the upcoming open enrollment period Read

LinkedIn Learning Training Opportunity | October 2026 Posted 9 a.m. Friday, Sept. 25, 2026 Please join us to learn more about how to utilize Workday Learning and LinkedIn Learning Read

Annual Benefit & Wellness Fair for Faculty & Staff Posted 1:24 p.m. Friday, Sept. 18, 2026 Join Human Resources on October 8th, 2026 from 9-2pm for the Annual Benefit & Wellness Fair Read

October Policy Review: Understanding Legal Holidays in the UW System Posted 8:37 a.m. Friday, Sept. 18, 2026 Read the summary below to learn more about legal holiday policy for UWL employees Read

General Announcements

Free Vaccine Clinic today

A free vaccination clinic will be from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Monday, Oct. 12 in 2110 Miller Bluff, Student Union. No appointment required.

Safe and effective vaccination helps build herd immunity, and herd immunity stops the spread of disease. Wellness & Health Advocacy is partnering with Scenic Bluffs Community Health Centers and Mayo Clinic Health System to provide vaccination at no cost for UWL students. Scenic Bluffs will either bill insurance or provide it at no cost through the Vaccines for Adults program.

Students are encouraged to check their immunization records (Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa, Illinois). Available vaccines include HPV, flu, COVID, and more!

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 and staff: Please consider referring students to attend!

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 fall semester, both starting in October.

Free Talk: Alzheimer's & Dementia

Caring for someone living with Alzheimer's disease or another form of dementia can be one of life's most meaningful experience, but it can also be physically, emotionally and mentally demanding. Join us for a free public talk to learn how to recognize caregiver burnout and discover practical strategies to care for yourself while continuing to provide compassionate, person-centered care.

Presenter: Jody Krainer, M.S.W., LCSW, M.B.A.
Dementia Diagnostic Clinic Network Manager | Wisconsin Dementia Resource Network Manager, School of Medicine and Public Health l Wisconsin Alzheimer's Institute

In person: 0120 Theatre, Student Union, UW-La Crosse
Online: Live stream

View details and RSVP to attend this free talk.

Fall Career & Internship Fair

Attend the fair to learn about employment opportunities in your field and internships in your major.

The fair is free and open to UWL students at all academic levels. Pre-registration isn't required but we recommend it so you receive fair reminders and can follow your favorite employers.

A list of the participating organizations will be provided at the fair.

You are encouraged to bring copies of your resume if you have them.

Get your profile photo (Handshake, LinkedIn) taken by our Peer Advisors during the fair. The photo area will be onstage in the Bluffs.

UAPUWL (faculty and academic staff labor union) meeting

We will celebrate our successful GOTV postcard writing event being held Wednesday, Oct. 14 and prepare for additional union activities/events. Come to this meeting to contribute to or find out what our UWL faculty and academic staff union will be doing the rest of this academic year.

UWL In the News

Join Northwestern Mutual for an exclusive After‑Hours Career Fair designed for students who missed the main fair or want extra time to connect. Drop by between 2–5 p.m. to meet our talent team, and learn about internships, jobs and other services we have to offer! We will also have brownies for people who stop by!

Monday

Why rural hospital closures could raise your health care costs, WIZM

In rural Wisconsin, politics is still about meeting voters. Online, it’s getting weird, (quoting UWL's Anthony Chergosky), The 19th*

UW-L’s Chergosky on Tiffany’s $16M edge over Crowley — and where the money comes from, WIZM

3 things that stood out from UW-La Crosse football’s last-minute win over UW-Oshkosh, Wisconsin State Journal

UWL finishes ITA Midwest Regional and Open; Sissel wins title, La Crosse Tribune

Tuesday

Anthony Chergosky on a partisan gender gap for Gen Z voters, PBS Wisconsin

Mortgage rates above 7% add pressure for first-time buyers in La Crosse (quoting UWL student), WKBT

Wednesday

New date for “Demystifying AI” event in La Crescent (UWL Professor Mao Zheng presenting), Caledonia Argus

Thursday

'Delaney's home': Local family meets transplant recipient (UWL alum Hannah Gumina featured), Sandusky Register

Wisconsin voters to decide government preferential treatment amendment (quoting UWL's Anthony Chergosky), WXOW

Friday

UWL police chief announces retirement, WKBT

Wisconsin voters to decide religious worship amendment (quoting UWL's Anthony Chergosky), WAOW

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Graduate & Extended Learning thanks University Centers

Thanks to University Centers for for your assistance with our recent Suicide Prevention Summit. Catering, AV support, and room set-up were all top-notch and we very much appreciate your collaboration.
— Graduate & Extended Learning

Karolyn Bald, International Education and Engagement thanks Samantha Foley, Computer Science & Computer Engineering

Thanks to Samantha Foley, Computer Science & Computer Engineering, for inquiring about support for an international student. Recognizing that even fluent English speakers may be processing information in a second or third language reflects the empathy and care that help all students thrive.
— Karolyn Bald, International Education and Engagement

Remembering

Donald Harlan "Coach" Kollath, '58 Alumnus

Alumnus Donald Harlan "Coach" Kollath, '58, died Sept. 26. For more information see the obituary.

James "Jim" Edward Beckman, '71 Alumnus

Alumnus James "Jim" Edward Beckman, '71, died Sept. 28. For more information see the obituary.

Barbara Ratigan Woolley, '86 Alumna

Alumna Barbara Ratigan Woolley, '86, died Sept. 28. For more information see the obituary.

John Patrick Zenk, '85 Alumnus

Alumnus John Patrick Zenk, '85, died Sept. 29. For more information see the obituary.

Ramon “Ray” Hollnagel, '83 Alumnus

Alumnus Ramon “Ray” Hollnagel, '83, died Sept. 30. For more information see the obituary

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