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UWL is recognizing six outstanding graduates with its top scholar awards for 2025-26.

Meet this year's outstanding graduates Posted 12:45 p.m. Friday, April 10, 2026 UWL recognizes top scholarship recipients Read

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Fifty years ago, the end of the Secret War led to the displacement and persecution of countless families in Southeast Asia, many of whom eventually resettled in the United States, including the Coulee Region. UWL senior Yia Vue is working to ensure that history is not forgotten.

A tribute to strength and sacrifice Posted 11 a.m. Friday, April 10, 2026 Sharing reflections of the Secret War and its enduring impact Read

Dean Karl Kunkel reflects on seven years leading the College of Arts, Social Sciences, and Humanities. In July, he will return to a full-time faculty role.

From the dean's desk Posted 9:57 a.m. Friday, April 10, 2026 Reflecting on seven years of successful collaboration Read

Effective July 1, Marie Moeller will become the new dean of the College of Arts, Social Sciences & Humanities.

Moeller to take over as dean Posted 9:57 a.m. Friday, April 10, 2026 Longtime instructor, administrator looks forward to leading college Read

Physical Therapy graduate student, Mia Khalil, earned first place and the People's Choice Award at this year's 3 Minute Grad Project Competition with her research titled How Skinfold Measurements Can Change Wrestler Fueling Plans.

Weighing the risks Posted 1:22 p.m. Thursday, April 9, 2026 Mia Khalil earns top honors with 3 Minute Grad Project on wrestler safety Read

Sculptor Wilay Méndez Páez at work welding a sculpture during a workshop on campus. He brought a week of creative energy to UW-La Crosse this spring as a visiting artist.

Art across disciplines Posted 11:20 a.m. Thursday, April 9, 2026 Internationally-recognized sculptor connects with students while creating sustainable work on campus Read

A student holds a jar of spare change, a simple reminder that small savings can add up over time.

How to save money in college Posted 11:11 a.m. Thursday, April 9, 2026 Learn how to budget and save for future goals 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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Human Resources News

Biometric Screening Opportunity Posted 9:21 a.m. Wednesday, April 8, 2026 Discover your numbers & Earn your $150 Well Wisconsin Incentive* ! Read

Now Available - WRS Annual Statement of Benefits! Posted 8:38 a.m. Tuesday, April 7, 2026 WRS members may now view, download, and print their 2026 Annual Statement of Benefits online. Read

UWL Supervisor Training | Enrolling Now for Spring 2026 Posted 7:46 a.m. Monday, April 6, 2026 UWL HR Presents Supervisor Training in April 2026 Read

LinkedIn Learning Highlight | How to Have Difficult Conversations Nano Tips Posted 7:46 a.m. Monday, April 6, 2026 Enroll in an eight minute course to gain practical skills for difficult conversations Read

Outside Activity Report Updated Practices and Policy Review | Sign Up Now Posted 8:02 a.m. Friday, April 3, 2026 Sign up to learn more about the steps employees will need to take to complete their OAR Read

General Announcements

Intro to health benefits and insurance

Should you work somewhere just because they are offering a higher salary? The answer is no! Compare job offers and learn the basics about employers health benefits, coverage and 401(k) in order to weigh what is important and make a decision that fits your needs.

Free Pizza and chance to win a $50 scholarship!

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!

Money Matters: Budgeting

Murphy Library presents... the 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 credit, buying a car, 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.

Monday, February 2: Credit

Monday, March 9: Auto-buying

Monday, April 13: Budgeting

Monday, April 27: Investing

It sure make$ cents to learn life skills!

Friend of Graduate & Extended Learning Award Ceremony & Reception

The Friend of Graduate & Extended Learning Award recognizes University of Wisconsin-La Crosse faculty and staff who, through their collaboration with Graduate & Extended Learning, have created and supported learning opportunities that extend UW-La Crosse into the community. These individuals share Graduate & Extended Learning’s commitment to public service, life-long learning, and growth through collaboration. Please join us to celebrate the 2026 honorees at the ceremony and following reception.

View details about the ceremony and reception.

UWL surplus auction to be held through April 20

UWL will conduct a sale of surplus property in partnership with the online auction site www.wisconsinsurplus.com running through April 20. 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.

Free immunization clinic

Safe and effective vaccination for human papillomavirus helps build herd immunity to prevent genital warts and several cancers. Wellness & Health Advocacy is partnering with Scenic Bluffs Community Health Centers, Mayo Clinic Health System, and the Wisconsin Cancer Collaborative to provide HPV immunizations at no cost. Scenic Bluffs Community Health Centers will either bill insurance for the vaccine cost or provide it at no cost through the Vaccines for Adults program.

We encourage those wishing to attend to check their immunization records (Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa, Illinois). Other vaccines (i.e., Tdap, flu, and COVID) will be available from Scenic Bluffs Community Health Centers.

Arts events

'Nothing New Under the Sun' fashion show

The fashion show, "Nothing New Under the Sun," will be Monday, April 20. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. with a 5 p.m. showtime. 6:30 p.m. will be a drop and shop event. More details to come.

Communications Corner

Spring supplemental parking permit sale

Spring supplemental parking permit sale for the remainder of the school year will begin at 9 a.m. Monday, April 13.

A limited number of resident (South Ramp only) and commuter (multiple lots) parking permits will be available during the spring supplemental parking permit sale. Permits will be sold online via the Parking Services website.

We strongly encourage you to test your access to the Parking Portal prior to the start of the permit sale on April 13. If you experience any issues, please contact us at 608.785.8061

An email was sent to all employees and students last week with permit purchasing instructions and additional information.

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Graduate & Extended Learning thanks Graduate Program Directors

Thanks to graduate program directors for your work in reviewing documents linked on graduate program websites to make updates for the digital accessibility project.
— Graduate & Extended Learning

Kristin Koepke, CATL thanks Brenda Murray, Institutional Research, Assessment & Planning

Thanks to Brenda Murray, Institutional Research, Assessment & Planning, for assisting me in making sense of some data!
— Kristin Koepke, CATL

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