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

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In the spring 1985 Alumnus magazine, Kim Marshall, a UWL junior and physical therapy student is pictured mounting electrodynogram (EDG) sensors on the soles of a subject's feet. At the time, these sensors were cutting-edge and an example of the long-term donor investment in the program's research and equipment that has helped it thrive.

Celebrating 50 years Posted 1:27 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026 UWL’s PT program: evolution, research and the people who made it possible Read

Lisa Lenarz says the support she received as a UWL student helped shape her future. Now, she gives back to help others shape theirs.

The gift of opportunity Posted 3:21 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2026 How donor support helped shape a UWL art instructor — and inspired her to give back Read

Class Notes Posted 7:19 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2026 Check in with fellow alumni Read

Upcoming events Posted 7:11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2026 Connect with us online, on campus and in the community Read

UW-La Crosse students engage in experiential learning aboard the university's Research Vessel Prairie Springs. A regional consortium involving UWL and Western Technical College recently received federal recognition as a Center of Excellence for Domestic Maritime Workforce Training and Education.

Training tomorrow’s maritime workforce Posted 7 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2026 UWL, Western partnership receives Center of Excellence designation Read

Students and graduates like Lizzi Waldner, ’26, say UWL’s Teacher Residency Program has opened pathways to careers in education. The program mirrors the successful paid residency model long used in the medical field.

Empowering educators Posted 3 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 24, 2026 Innovative teacher residencies launched with donor support 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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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

Learn More About Hiring International Faculty: Upcoming UW System Training at UWL Posted 10:47 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2026 Sign up for this training, presented by UW System international hiring specialists, Jennifer Taylor and Irina Punguil Bravo. Read

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When Life Gives You Lemons...

Join your It Make$ Cents! Friends at the clock tower on Tuesday, Oct. 6 for our interactive lemonade stand! Not only will you walk away with FREE lemonade- you will also receive it in a reusable, sustainable, capri-sun style drinkware!

Our lemons will be squeezing out free budget templates for you to take on your way! So remember, when life gets sour... we can help make your money sweeter!

Schedule a free financial session with us anytime!

Eagles @ Work

Calling all UWL employees! Join us for Eagles @ Work, on Oct. 21, 2026, as part of the 7th annual One Day for UWL. This breakfast is an opportunity to celebrate the UWL employee community and recognize the time, talent and treasure our employees contribute to campus.

Enjoy a breakfast buffet, test your UWL knowledge, connect with colleagues, and leave with a special Eagles @ Work item.

Following breakfast, attendees are encouraged to head to the Eagle L to participate in the Ringing Out of One Day for UWL 2026!

Please RSVP by Oct. 14!

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Thanks to Tesia Marshik, Psychology for promptly and ever-so-patiently helping me strengthen and refine my assessment narratives for my promotion file.
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