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First-generation students — 27% of UWL undergraduates — bring many desirable attributes to campus. First generation students, faculty and staff can visit the Student Union between 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Monday, Nov. 8, to pick up a first-generation sticker and snacks. Students can learn more about the many resources available at UWL.

A worthy celebration Posted 10:07 a.m. Friday, Oct. 29, 2021 First-generation students recognized Monday, Nov. 8 Read

Jennifer Hansen, ’93, will speak about her business experience during a Benson First Friday Lecture at 3:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 5, in Skogen Auditorium, 1400 Centennial Hall. Hansen was the longtime president and owner of Anderson Seal and Anderson Packaging in New Berlin.

Benson First Friday Lecture Posted 9 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 28, 2021 Jennifer Hansen, ’93, to share experiences from the business world Read

During the 2019 School of Education Day on campus, Assistant Professor Lisa Lenarz led a session with future educators. Lenarz was recently named Outstanding Higher Education Art Educator by the Wisconsin Art Education Association.

UW-La Crosse art professors, alum earn state honors Posted 3:11 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 27, 2021 Awards come from Wisconsin Art Education Association peer Read

Bryan Caplan, an economist and professor at George Mason University, says the influx of Afghan immigrants to the Coulee Region has the potential to boost the local economy. Caplan explained why during a virtual conversation with Adam Hoffer, associate professor of economics at UWL.

The case for immigration Posted 1:42 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 28, 2021 Economist explains how Afghan immigrants can help boost the economy Read

UWL associate professor of music, Jonathan Borja (right), and celebrated Mexican composer Samuel Zyman have become friends after meeting at a music convention several years ago. The two have much in common, including their hometown and passion for flute music.

Chance encounter sparks musical friendship Posted 7 a.m. Monday, Oct. 25, 2021 UWL's Jonathan Borja connects with celebrated Mexican composer Read

Manigbe Kenneh, a transfer student majoring in biology with pre-med track, says students should take advantage of the resources around them.

'My journey has not been a linear one' Posted 9:56 a.m. Friday, Oct. 22, 2021 Curiosity and strong program reputation brought transfer student Manigbe Kenneh to UWL Read

Emma Trettin, a transfer student majoring in geography, says she fell in love with UWL during her campus visit.

Finding the right fit Posted 8 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 21, 2021 Transfer student Emma Trettin ‘fell in love’ with UWL Read

Dakota Lindgren, a transfer student majoring in marketing, says building connections is key to a successful transfer experience.

Connections key to transfer student success Posted 8 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 20, 2021 Transfer student Dakota Lindgren relied on friends, faculty while starting at UWL Read

Damian J. Combs, a transfer student majoring in instrumental music education, says UWL is the perfect blend between large and small.

‘It really feels like a family here’ Posted 10:51 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 19, 2021 Transfer student Damian J. Combs found perfect fit at UWL Read

National Student Transfer Week is Oct. 18-22. With nearly 1,300 transfer students — representing about 14% of the undergraduate student body — UWL has much to celebrate.

National Transfer Student Week Posted 3:14 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 19, 2021 UWL to celebrate transfer students Oct. 18-22 Read

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