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Caroline Thompson performs in Cabaret as a UWL student. Thompson graduated from UWL in May 2026 with majors in psychology and musical theatre and was accepted into the Florida State University/Asolo Conservatory MFA program.

Talent, trust and opportunity Posted 1:16 p.m. Friday, June 26, 2026 Three theatre alumni reflect on the hands-on learning that made their futures possible Read

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From left, UWL Chancellor James Beeby; artist and alumnus Luke Achterberg, ’04; and alumnus and donor Joe Laux, ’89; pose in front of the new Eagle L sculpture outside the Recreational Eagle Center following the June 23 unveiling.

Check out UWL's newest landmark Posted 9:36 a.m. Friday, June 26, 2026 The ‘Eagle L’ now stands as a permanent symbol of school pride and connection Read

Shauna Sallmen, professor of physics, is one of six faculty to receive a 2026 Eagle Teaching Excellence Award.

Bringing the cosmos to the classroom Posted 8:45 a.m. Wednesday, June 24, 2026 Shauna Sallmen receives 2026 Eagle Teaching Excellence Award Read

Dylan McCathie, UWL junior and biochemistry major, grows proteins in the lab in the Prairie Springs Science Center.

Feeding discovery Posted 9:19 a.m. Thursday, June 18, 2026 Student researcher grows proteins to study gut inflammation Read

Denise Rueter, assistant professor of educational studies, is one of six faculty to receive a 2026 Eagle Teaching Excellence Award.

Lessons in literacy Posted 8 a.m. Thursday, June 18, 2026 Denise Rueter receives 2026 Eagle Teaching Excellence Award Read

Future educator David May gains hands-on classroom experience through his work at UWL's Campus Child Center.

A head start on teaching Posted 9:29 a.m. Wednesday, June 17, 2026 UWL's David May finds connection, real-world experience at Campus Child Center Read

Jared Pfeiffer, associate professor of art, is one of six faculty to receive a 2026 Eagle Teaching Excellence Award.

Shaping more than clay Posted 8 a.m. Thursday, June 11, 2026 Jared Pfeiffer receives 2026 Eagle Teaching Excellence Award 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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Policy Review | UW System Administrative Policy 1254 Performance Management Posted 8:58 a.m. Friday, June 26, 2026 Understanding & managing your performance reviews Read

ETF Retirement Webinar Opportunities Posted 2:22 p.m. Friday, June 19, 2026 If you are curious to learn more about the Wisconsin Retirement System, consider attending a Webinar! Read

Well Wisconsin Radio June Episode: Strong and Steady Through Perimenopause Posted 10:26 a.m. Tuesday, June 16, 2026 NEW JUNE EPISODE -- Strong and Steady Through Perimenopause Read

United Way Day of Caring 2026 Posted 10:08 a.m. Tuesday, June 16, 2026 Great Rivers United Way's Day of Caring will be held on Wednesday, July 15th. Read

Principles of Supervision and Management (PSM)- Through UW System Fall 2026 Enrollment Posted 8:20 a.m. Monday, June 15, 2026 Fall 2026 PSM Enrollment Now Open! Read

General Announcements

No Campus Connection on Monday, July 6

Please note that there will be no Campus Connection campus email newsletter on Monday, July 6, due to the Fourth of July holiday. Please plan announcements accordingly. Campus Connection will resume on Monday, July 13.

Terry Stika retirement reception

Please join us to recognize and celebrate Terry Stika's more than 34 years working in Murphy Library! Refreshments will be available from 2-3 p.m. in Murphy's Mug in the library.

Summer memberships at the Recreational Eagle Center (REC)

Is your current gym overcrowded? Why not take advantage of the slow summer months and low-cost memberships at the Recreational Eagle Center (REC)? During the summer months the REC is your oasis of fitness.

Memberships to the REC are available to faculty and staff for as low as $25 per month during the summer months. Membership includes:

Access to the Fitness Center, track-side cardiovascular and strength equipment, 200 meter track, hardwood courts, racquetball court, multipurpose room and multi-activity courts

Reduced rental and trip rates at the Outdoor Connection

Ability to sponsor guests (up to three per visit) for appropriate guest fee

Ability to rent a locker and purchase towel service

Academic year only

- Access to the Climbing Gym

- Access to EZONE Esports & Gaming

- Access to the Mitchell Hall Pool

- Ability to purchase a group fitness membership

- Eligibility to play intramural sports

- Access to the Hetzel Fieldhouse during scheduled open rec hours

Rec Sports is offering a one-time, 15% discount to all new, first-time faculty/staff/affiliate members until July 18. Use the promo code SAVE15% to get your discounted price.

If you are still deciding on purchasing a membership, Rec Sports offers a one-week free trial membership for all current UWL faculty, staff, affiliates, retirees, and emeriti for the opportunity to try out the facility and its amenities. The one-time free trial can be used any time throughout the year. To request a free trial membership, visit the REC Information Counter or purchase it online by using the promo code “FREEWEEK”.

Current UWL faculty and staff may purchase a membership online with a credit card payment (payroll deduction not available online). Payroll deduction, retirees, emeriti and spouse/partner memberships (spouse/partner eligibility verification required) must be purchased in person at the REC Information Counter. Payment options at the REC include check, credit and debit.

Please reach out if you have any questions! We are available at recoffice@uwlax.edu or 608.785.5225.

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Remembering

Julia Lynn Hagen, '84 Alumna

Alumna Julia Lynn Hagen, '84, died June 10. For more information see the obituary.

Gerald LaVerne Strittmater, '67 Alumnus

Alumnus Gerald LaVerne Strittmater, '67, died June 11. For more information see the obituary.

Diane R. Brys, '03 Alumna

Alumna Diane R. Brys, '03, died June 17. For more information see the obituary.

George Kiehl, '80 Alumnus

Alumnus George Kiehl, '80, died Sept. 11, 2022. For more information see the obituary.

Sandra "Sandy" M. (Schild) Wardwell, '62 Alumna

Alumna Sandra "Sandy" M. (Schild) Wardwell, '62, died Dec. 14, 2020. For more information see the obituary.

Joan A. (Larson) Olsen, '57 Alumna

Alumna Joan A. (Larson) Olsen, '57, died April 21, 2013. For more information see the obituary.

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