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UWL students in Professor Laurie Harmon’s Environmental Interpretation course collaborate with local wildlife experts to develop digital interpretive signs highlighting Hintgen Island’s environment, history and biodiversity.

Lessons on the river Posted 1:07 p.m. Friday, April 24, 2026 Students, wildlife experts team up to create interpretative signs on Hintgen Island Read

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UWL students Alaena Wolf and Zachary Zoromski student teach in Aix-en-Provence, France, gaining global perspective through Educators Abroad.

A world beyond home Posted 9:38 a.m. Friday, April 24, 2026 Students find connection, confidence through global student teaching Read

UWL has joined the newly formed Corn Belt Ports Rural Logistics & Maritime Training & Education Consortium, leveraging its expertise in freshwater education to support the maritime workforce in the Midwest.

Taking the helm in water education Posted 9 a.m. Friday, April 24, 2026 UWL joins new consortium supporting Midwest's water workforce Read

Emma Wittman, a junior political science major, won first place for her poster presentation at the National McNair Research Symposium at North Carolina A&T University.

From students to scholars Posted 10:25 a.m. Thursday, April 23, 2026 McNair Scholars Program fuels research success and future ambitions Read

Capstone Posted 10 a.m. Friday, April 17, 2026 Read the latest issue of the College of Arts, Social Sciences, & Humanities online magazine Read

Prairie Springs Environmental Leadership Awardee (instructor) Alysa Remsburg is a teacher in the Sustainability and Environmental Studies program. She is pictured by a white pine on The Hįnųkwas Tree Trail on campus. The tree species Ho-Chunk name is Waazí́xjį.

Savor and save Posted 8:21 a.m. Friday, April 17, 2026 UWL Prairie Springs Environmental Leadership Award winner blends appreciation and action Read

Chemistry Professor Aaron Monte with students in the research lab in the late 1990s. Monte was part of the wave of new faculty on campus in the 1990s that believed in the value of undergraduate research.

The roots of undergraduate research Posted 3:46 p.m. Thursday, April 16, 2026 How a campus idea grew and became a 25-year Universities of Wisconsin tradition 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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Light Reads

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

4/30/2026 Payroll & General Benefit Deductions Posted 3:02 p.m. Tuesday, April 21, 2026 The 4/30/2026 Payroll is the 3rd Payroll of the month...... Read

May 2026 | Search & Screen Training: Navigate Hiring with Confidence in Workday Posted 3:49 p.m. Monday, April 20, 2026 On May 26th, HR will be hosting a Search and Screen Training Read

Well Wisconsin Workshop: Rooted In Wisconsin, Seasonal Produce Cooking Series Posted 1:03 p.m. Friday, April 17, 2026 This 4-week series is set to accompany the upcoming Rooted in Wisconsin nutrition challenge. Starting June 1 every Monday at noon, this virtual cooking series celebrates seasonal produce and simple, plant-forward meals with cooking demos. Read

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

General Announcements

Money Matters: Investing

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 are learning the basics of credit, buying a car, budgeting and investing during customized one-hour, drop-in events held in Murphy Library.

The next event will be from noon-1 p.m. Monday, April 27 on Investing. Bring your lunch, questions and appetite to learn the aspects of financial wellness.

It sure make$ cents to learn life skills!

Maroon Tycoons Tell All! April 29

UWL Maroon Tycoons are students that have earned $10,000+ in scholarships for the 2025-26 academic year. We have invited the top earners to sit on a panel where they will "tell all" about their tricks and tips of achieving substantial scholarship funding.

There is so much to celebrate and learn! We know the Tycoons will pass down excitement, motivation and the tools to get started on your scholarship application journey.

Free dessert to celebrate! Chance to win a $50 scholarship!
It makes cents to learn life-skills!

Donate to Hunger Task Force

Join students, faculty and staff in donating non-perishable food items to support the Hunger Task Force and the Campus Food Pantry during Fill the Truck! Drop off items like canned goods, pasta, rice or cereal and help fight food insecurity on campus and in our community. Our goal is to donate 300 items. Every donation help, come be part of it!

From noon-2 p.m. Monday, May 4, at Hoeschler Tower.

View this event on UWL MyOrgs.

UWL surplus auction to be held through May 4

UWL will conduct a sale of surplus property in partnership with the online auction site www.wisconsinsurplus.com running through May 4. 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.

Master Advisor-May 2026 Cohort

Faculty and staff who are interested in UWL Master Advisor Certification can apply to be part of our May 2026 cohort using the online form.

Applications are due Friday, May 1.

More information can be found about the Master Advisor program as well as dates for this cohort.

Spring 2026 end-of-semester social (UAPUWL, faculty and academic staff union)

Take some time to relax. Come when you can; leave when you need to. All faculty and academic staff are invited to our union's end of the semester social. Come meet union members and supporters, celebrate our successes for the semester, and have your union-related questions answered. Drop in to connect and get engaged with your union!

Murphy Library Notes

Eugene W. Murphy Award Reception

Join us for an evening of celebration and recognition as we honor our 2026 Eugene W. Murphy Award recipient, esteemed Provost and Vice Chancellor, Dr. Betsy Morgan, whose significant contributions have greatly impacted Murphy Library and the UWL community. Hors d’oeuvres and beverages will be provided.

4:30-6 p.m. Wednesday, May 6 at Murphy Library, second floor.

Learn more about the event here.

UWL In the News

Monday
International Banquet promotes cultural unity on UWL campus, WKBT

Tuesday
Corn Belt Ports Maritime Consortium Launches to Fill Regional Gap, MarineLink

Wednesday
Corn Belt Ports partnering with higher education to strengthen workforce development, Brownfield Ag News
A ‘senior moment’ or red flag? UW’s Dr. Kimberly Mueller on breakthroughs in Alzheimer’s detection (UWL hosting presentation), WIZM
College students save man trapped in apartment fire, WKBT
Are Democrats missing an opportunity to flip a Wisconsin congressional seat? Experts weigh in (quoting UWL's Anthony Chergosky), Spectrum News
Sheboygan Dems celebrate spring turnout, but midterms are up for grabs (quoting UWL's Anthony Chergosky), Sheboygan Press

Friday
UWL dance team wins 2026 NDA Division III Team Performance championship, The Racquet
UW-La Crosse lineman Dain Walter pursues NFL dream, WKBT
Letters Support Training Consortium (UWL is a member), Waterways Journal

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UWL's International Education & Engagement thanks Chartwells, University Centers, volunteers, faculty, staff, students and community members

Thanks to Chartwells, University Centers, volunteers, faculty, staff, students and community members for everyone's efforts in supporting the 61st Annual International Banquet on April 18, 2026. We hope to see everyone again next year on April 17, 2027!
— UWL's International Education & Engagement

Sandy Grunwald thanks Mikaela Schneider and Kelly Arnost

Thanks to Mikaela Schneider and Kelly Arnost for providing excellent support that ensured UWL's HLC team visit went so smoothly.
— Sandy Grunwald

Sandy Grunwald thanks all UWL faculty, staff, and students

Thanks to all UWL faculty, staff, and students for participating in UWL's HLC site visit. Your welcoming of team members, attendance at sessions, and answering all of the team's questions made the visit go very smoothly.
— Sandy Grunwald

Lizzy Haywood, University Centers; Adrian Meyer, University Police; Danae Redick, University Centers; Darlene Geiger, Student Support Services thanks Ellen Cervantes, University Communications,

Thanks to Ellen Cervantes, University Communications, for their talent, kindness and perseverance. In projects ranging from scholarship fundraiser materials to Eagle ID’s and police officer badges, Ellen brings clarity and a collaborative mindset that makes the project interesting and productive.
— Lizzy Haywood, University Centers; Adrian Meyer, University Police; Danae Redick, University Centers; Darlene Geiger, Student Support Services

Remembering

Douglas (Doug) George Mitchell, '69 Alumnus

Alumnus Douglas (Doug) George Mitchell, '69, died March 31. For more information see the obituary.

Fred E. Jungers, '74 Alumnus

Alumnus Fred E. Jungers, '74, died April 14. For more information see the obituary.

Marguerite “Marge” E. Thompson, '77 Alumna

Alumna Marguerite “Marge” E. Thompson, '77, died April 14. For more information see the obituary.

Carol Joyce (Burgchardt) Ortega, '53 Alumna

Alumna Carol Joyce (Burgchardt) Ortega, '53, died April 15. For more information see the obituary.

Philip L Berg UWL Professor Emeritus

UWL Professor Emeritus Philip L Berg died April 15. For more information see the obituary.

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One quarter beef shares for sale $4.25 per pound

Beef 1/4 shares for sale — All grass feed, registered Hereford beef. $4.25 per pound. For more information, contact Cary Koel at 507.450.0422 or ckoel@uwlax.edu.

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