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Students sit together on the campus lawn. Meeting new friends and spending time with others around campus and in the community are just a couple of ways alumni have felt at home on campus.

What made you feel at home? Posted 10:23 a.m. Monday, Aug. 3, 2026 Alumni recall the moments they knew they belonged at UWL Read

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Upcoming events Posted 10:19 a.m. Monday, Aug. 3, 2026 Connect with us online, on campus or in the community Read

Beginning her second year in UWL's biology graduate program, Sadie Hickey is a UWL College of Science and Health graduate research fellow.

Orchid's hidden partner Posted 9:45 a.m. Thursday, July 30, 2026 Graduate research compares modern and historic orchid-fungi relationships across Wisconsin, Michigan Read

UWL is one of seven colleges or universities in Wisconsin to be recognized for its efforts to promote voting and civic engagement among students.

Democracy in action Posted 9 a.m. Thursday, July 30, 2026 UWL recognized for nonpartisan student engagement efforts Read

Charting the future of Lake Onalaska Posted 10:16 a.m. Wednesday, July 29, 2026 Students explore lake's economic impact, public backing for conservation Read

An Eagle's-eye view of campus with the Mississippi River and Minnesota bluffs beyond.

Summer at UWL Posted 11:02 a.m. Tuesday, July 28, 2026 Check out our favorite images from an eventful summer Read

Through UWL's Take a Student to Coffee program, faculty and staff can apply for a $10 certificate to take a student for coffee or a snack at an on-campus Chartwells dining location. Participants say the program creates meaningful opportunities for connection outside the classroom.

Coffee and connection Posted 9 a.m. Saturday, July 25, 2026 New program fosters success, belonging — one cup at a time Read

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Brian Kumm-Schaley, associate professor of Recreation Management & Recreational Therapy, is a musician who has used his understanding rhythm to explore a way of life in uncertain times.

Find your rhythm Posted 10:14 a.m. Friday, May 1, 2026 UWL leisure expert explores a musical philosophy for living in uncertain times 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

LinkedIn Learning August Highlight | Using Feedback to Drive Performance Posted 9:51 a.m. Monday, Aug. 3, 2026 Make the most of LinkedIn Learning, improve your feedback skills Read

Policy Review | Criminal Background Checks & Form I-9 Posted 9:27 a.m. Friday, July 31, 2026 Criminal Background Checks & Form I-9 Policy Review Read

ETF Webinars: Upcoming Schedules Posted 9:31 a.m. Tuesday, July 21, 2026 Please see the information below: Read

Join Our Upcoming Performance Management Q&A Session Posted 8:59 a.m. Monday, July 6, 2026 Bring your performance management questions to this virtual session Read

Criminal Background Check Requirements & Policy Training | Sign up Posted 8:56 a.m. Monday, July 6, 2026 Learn about the CBC policy and process by signing up now Read

General Announcements

Community Engaged Learning Proposals are now being accepted for Spring 2027

The window to apply for a Community Engaged Learning (CEL) designation for spring 2027 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 spring 2027 semester is Sept. 15, 2026. The CEL designation will be applied to your course by the start of registration. The round two deadline for spring 2027 is Jan. 15, 2027. 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.

Free summer faculty and staff cycle classes

Mark your calendars! Rec Sports will be offering free group fitness cycle classes for faculty and staff this August! No experience or advanced sign-up is necessary.

Each class will take place in the REC Conditioning Room (150) from 4:45-5:30 p.m. on the following dates:

Monday, Aug. 3

Monday, Aug. 10

Monday, Aug. 17

Seats are first come-first served. Please arrive a few minutes early for bike set-up.

All you need to do is bring yourself, a water bottle and wear active clothing. Access to showers will not be available unless you already have a REC membership.

UWL surplus auction to be held through Aug. 10

UWL will conduct a sale of surplus property in partnership with the online auction site www.wisconsinsurplus.com running through Aug. 10. 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.

Upcoming events Calendar

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Apply Now for CEL Course Designation Midnight-11:30 p.m.

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Wednesday, Aug. 5

Thursday, Aug. 6

Friday, Aug. 7

Saturday, Aug. 8

Apply Now for CEL Course Designation Midnight-11:30 p.m.

Sunday, Aug. 9

Apply Now for CEL Course Designation Midnight-11:30 p.m.

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Remembering

Sharon Ann (Brieske) Melby, '70 Alumna

Alumna Sharon Ann (Brieske) Melby, '70, died June 14. For more information see the obituary.

Michael James Kohnert, '77 Alumnus

Alumnus Michael James Kohnert, '77, died July 16. For more information see the obituary.

Doris A. (Theis) Witmer Fund holder for the David R. Witmer Endowed Scholarship in Education

Doris A. (Theis) Witmer, fund holder for the David R. Witmer Endowed Scholarship in Education, died July 16. For more information see the obituary.

Alumna Donna L. (Mucha) Jansen, '56 Alumna

Alumna Alumna Donna L. (Mucha) Jansen, '56, died March 26, 2025. For more information see the obituary.

Norma E. (Schultz) Linn, '56 Alumna

Alumna Norma E. (Schultz) Linn, '56, died March 10, 2025. For more information see the obituary.

Dewayne F. Aasen, '60 Alumnus

Alumnus Dewayne F. Aasen, '60, died April 15, 2023. For more information see the obituary.

Daniel C. Fanning, '89 Alumnus

Alumnus Daniel C. Fanning, '89, died July 24, 2020. For more information see the obituary.

Michael P. Melby, '69 Alumnus

Alumnus Michael P. Melby, '69, died May 25, 2019. For more information see the obituary.

Henry "Dick" R. Horstman, '71 Alumnus

Alumnus Henry "Dick" R. Horstman, '71, died Jan. 19, 2017. For more information see the obituary.

Abby (Teasdale) Olson, '51 Alumna

Alumna Abby (Teasdale) Olson, '51, died June 24, 2013.

Dorothy N. (Kuehl) Falkner, '64 Alumna

Alumna Dorothy N. (Kuehl) Falkner, '64, died Nov. 28, 2011. For more information see the obituary

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