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A La Crosse Polytechnic student wears an Apple Vision Pro headset during the charter school’s Apple Distinguished Schools celebration. Photo courtesy of La Crosse Public Schools.

A 360-degree view of history Posted 12:39 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2026 UWL project helps charter school students reimagine local history through virtual reality Read

Jarred Pfeiffer, associate professor of art at UWL, combines a passion for teaching and a lifelong curiosity about ceramics to help students discover their creative potential.

Shaping clay and creative minds Posted 9 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 29, 2026 A passion for ceramics and a global sabbatical are helping Jarred Pfeiffer inspire the next generation of artists Read

Lisa Lenarz says the support she received as a UWL student helped shape her future. Now, she gives back to help others shape theirs.

The gift of opportunity Posted 3:21 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2026 How donor support helped shape a UWL art instructor — and inspired her to give back Read

Jennifer Williams, UWL professor of art

TEDxUWLaCrosse is back Posted 12:32 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 24, 2026 UWL art professor will explore how nature and creativity can open the door to mindfulness at the next big event Oct. 1 Read

Chancellor James Beeby joined sculptor Luke Achterberg and donor Joe Laux for a photo after the unveiling of UWL's Eagle L sculpture. The 10-foot installation serves as a symbol of campus pride and an ideal gathering place for photos and celebrations.

Love letter Posted 1:01 p.m. Monday, Aug. 17, 2026 Alumni team up to celebrate UWL, athletic achievement Read

Jarred 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 Jarred Pfeiffer receives 2026 Eagle Teaching Excellence Award Read

Through leadership roles, hands-on learning and mentorship from faculty, Breielle Thompson found community and purpose during her time at UW-La Crosse.

The art of connection Posted 2:07 p.m. Tuesday, May 5, 2026 May grad Breielle Thompson found confidence and community at UWL 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

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. Sunday, April 5, 2026 Sharing reflections of the Secret War and its enduring impact Read

One highlight was a Risograph workshop held in the gallery itself, where students created pieces surrounded by Head’s exhibition. Using writing and drawing prompts, they developed paper collages that were later Risograph-printed and hand-bound into a collaborative anthology. Here Visiting Artist Travis Head examines Risograph prints with a student workshop participant.

Art in action Posted 10:29 a.m. Friday, April 3, 2026 Visiting artist engages students through hands-on work as part of ArtsFest Advance! Read

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