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Relive the year through some of our favorite images
Posted 1:08 p.m.Wednesday, Dec.31, 2025
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It was a year of new heights, old traditions and an ever-evolving commitment to excellence at UW-La Crosse. As we turn the page to 2026, take a look back at some of our favorite photos from a memorable 2025.
Megan Litster, associate professor of health professions, uses the cutting-edge Anatomage table with graduate students Brandon Bernardo and Luke Juve. The Anatomage table essentially functions as a virtual cadaver, providing an accessible, low-pressure environment to study the human anatomy.
Nevin Heard, assistant vice chancellor for Access, Belonging & Compliance, shares his thoughts during a Couch Conversation event marking Black History Month.
Officer Bear, the UWL Police Department's new therapy dog, gets to know the local media.
Officer Bear sits for his official portrait.
School of Education student Sarah Buske works with kindergarten students at North Woods International School in La Crosse.
In the Eagle Sales Competition, students had 20 minutes to present to real-life sales professionals acting as prospective buyers.
A spring snowstorm spreads a clean white blanket over campus.
A processional of faculty and distinguished guests makes its way to Chancellor James Beeby's inauguration.
Chancellor James Beeby is presented with the University Medallion during his inauguration ceremony, marking the beginning of his tenure as UWL's 11th leader.
A round of applause for UWL's new chancellor.
Kaaviya Saraboji, a graudate student studying software engineering, receives first place in the annual 3 Minute Grad Project event.
Sharing a handshake with faculty at spring commencement.
ROTC graduates take the Oath of Commissioned Officers during spring commencement.
A moment of triumph after years of hard work.
CBA student Nainil Jariwala discussess immigrant entrepreneurship in the United States and Wisconsin during the WiSys Quick Pitch competition. Jariwala's presentation earned first-place honors.
International Education & Engagement celebrates the 60th year of its International Banquet.
Bob Allen, UWL Planetarium director (right), with former student and current Central High School Planetarium Director Chad Wilkinson. With the closure of UWL's Planetarium, Wilkinson will carry the torch for public planetarium programming in the La Crosse region.
The class of 2029 — the largest in school history — meets for a photo at Veterans Memorial Field Sports Complex.
There is no shortage of school spirit among this first-year class.
Campus buzzes with activity during the first day of the fall semester.
Students grab a bite to eat in downtown La Crosse.
Gov. Tony Evers gets a crash course in environmental science from Professor Colin Belby during a tour of the Prairie Springs Science Center.
Radiation therapy students experience a patient simulation through virtual reality.
It was a great turnout for Family Weekend 2025.
Roman Domashevsky, a junior biology major, and Robin Grote, his faculty mentor, discuss their research into blood thinners.
Chancellor James Beeby helps direct the Screaming Eagles Marching Band at Maroon Tunes in Riverside Park.
The sun sets on an idyllic fall day on campus.
Taking advantage of the beautiful fall weather.
One Day For UWL, the university's annual giving day, kicks off with a celebration at Hoeschler Tower.
Chancellor Beeby counts down to the start of One Day for UWL.
Students participated in various games and activities supporting One Day for UWL.
Students enjoy painting outdoors with Professor of Art Jennifer Williams.
A quiet morning stroll along the levee in Riverside Park.
Members of the UWL gymnastics team show off their national championship rings at a football game.
An eagle's view of campus as the moon peeks over the bluffs on a fall evening.
Students in Adam Schneider's Plant Taxonomy class work to identify plants around La Crosse.
CBA students had the opportunity to speak with alumnus and local businessman Joe Laux prior to his campus talk, part of the Benson Management First Friday Series.
Senior Colin Miller directs the Concert Choir and the audience to sing along during the Chancellor's Holiday Luncheon.
The La Crosse Center bustles with graduates and their loved ones during winter commencement.
The graduation cap tassel is moved from right to left at the end of the ceremony, marking the transition from student to graduate.