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Archaeology students working with UWL archaeologist Heather Walder uncovered a layer of early- to mid-20th-century debris about five inches below the surface at the site of a planned medicine garden. The archaeological survey helped researchers understand the site's history before garden construction begins and provided community outreach opportunities.  A garden for healing Posted 2:01 p.m. Friday, Oct. 16, 2026 New garden will foster community, educational conversations and cultural understanding Read more about A garden for healing 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 more about A tribute to strength and sacrifice Replica tattooing tools were crafted from turkey bones with pigments made from charcoal and red ochre — materials consistent with findings from an ancient archaeological site. Ancient ink Posted 1:41 p.m. Tuesday, March 24, 2026 Student recreates tools used in early tattooing Read more about Ancient ink William “Nąąwącekǧize” Quackenbush, the tribal historic preservation officer for the Ho-Chunk Nation, will present the lecture “Ho-Chunk Winter Life in the Driftless Region” on Thursday, Oct. 24, in Centennial Hall. A glimpse into the past Posted 9:48 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 22, 2024 Lecture highlights Indigenous resilience, adaptation in Wisconsin’s Driftless Region Read more about A glimpse into the past Heather Walder is a lifelong resident of Wisconsin who was inspired by early visits to historic sites with her mother.  “Those early experiences led me to have an interest in understanding our past, and eventually to pursue my Ph.D. in anthropology,” she says.  Photo courtesy of Tyrel Iron Eyes. Illuminating Wisconsin’s past Posted 10:45 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 1, 2024 UWL Archaeologist Heather Walder honored for innovative research and collaborative methods  Read more about Illuminating Wisconsin’s past Since 1982, the Mississippi Valley Archaeology Center (MVAC) at UW-La Crosse has been researching, preserving, and teaching about the archaeological resources of the Upper Mississippi River region. Photo of MVAC Field School in 2019. From fieldwork to firm leader Posted 2:25 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 13, 2024 Alumnus Jeremy Nienow’s journey in archaeology is one of many featured in new MVAC podcast series Read more about From fieldwork to firm leader Archaeologists Heather Walder, UWL assistant teaching professor, helped uncover evidence that glass beads reached the Western Great Lakes region before European settlers arrived around 1670. Photo courtesy of Tyrel Iron Eyes. Ancient beads Posted 8:50 a.m. Thursday, June 6, 2024 Study uncovers Indigenous trade networks before European arrival Read more about Ancient beads UWL career fair How to work during college Posted 11 a.m. Tuesday, April 23, 2024 Suggestions for managing college student jobs and school schedules from UWL student research Read more about How to work during college Sidney Paulson will be representing UWL at the National Conference on Undergraduate Research April 8-10. Her research is on working students and their struggles balancing classes and work responsibilities. A double major in archaeology and anthropology, Paulson plans to attend the University of Aberdeen in Scotland with the goal of earning a master’s degree and doctoral degree in archaeology.  A spotlight on working students Posted 9:42 a.m. Friday, April 5, 2024 UWL senior's research reveals realities for students balancing jobs and academics  Read more about A spotlight on working students State Rep. Jill Billings talks with UWL senior Sabrina Neurock during Research in the Rotunda Thursday, March 6, in the Wisconsin State Capitol. PHOTO CREDIT: Joe Koshollek Research in the Rotunda Posted 10:11 a.m. Friday, March 8, 2024 Seniors show off research at Wisconsin State Capitol Read more about Research in the Rotunda

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