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At right, Junior Finn Patenaude, a geography major with GIS concentration, presents maps on optimal sites for wildlife crossings and the mass migration of monarch butterflies during UWL’s Geography & Environmental Science Department reverse career fair where students shared their projects with employers. The GIS classes here at UWL give us the tools that both unlock our imagination and allow it to run wild. Showing our creative side in addition to our academic and technical skills allows us as students to share what makes us special and unique with potential employers, he says. Mapping what matters Posted 3:20 p.m. Friday, Dec. 5, 2025 Students explore commerce, data center suitability, wildlife protection and other real-world questions through GIS Read more about Mapping what matters One year after Ron and Jane Rada established the Rada Endowed Fellowships in River Studies, River Studies Center leaders Eric Strauss and Colin Belby are putting the gift to work — fueling innovation and expanding the program’s impact. A lasting investment Posted 2:59 p.m. Wednesday, July 30, 2025 Rada Endowed Fellowships strengthen UWL’s River Studies Center, support faculty leadership Read more about A lasting investment Rupsa Bhowmick uses artificial intelligence—specifically machine learning techniques such as decision trees, random forests, and XGBoost with explainable AI (XAI) approaches—to improve classification and prediction of rapidly intensifying cyclones. Her models analyze environmental factors such as ocean temperature, wind patterns, and humidity to improve early warning systems.  Can extreme weather be predicted? Posted 1:31 p.m. Friday, June 27, 2025 UWL researcher uses artificial intelligence to help protect vulnerable communities from the world’s most dangerous storms  Read more about Can extreme weather be predicted? John Kelly, associate professor of geography and environmental science, volunteers as a conservation easement monitor with the Mississippi Valley Conservancy. His work not only helps protect the Driftless Region but also enriches his students’ education — bringing lessons to life far beyond the classroom. A love of the land Posted 1:54 p.m. Friday, June 13, 2025 John Kelly’s volunteer work serves Driftless Region, enriches classroom learning Read more about A love of the land A partnership between UWL and Mathy Construction this spring offered students the chance to use aerial mapping and advanced drone technology, as well as learn about career opportunities with a local company. Flying into the future Posted 9 a.m. Friday, May 23, 2025 Students gain career-ready skills with Mathy Construction partnership  Read more about Flying into the future As a student, and now recent graduate, Courtney Osmek is making a difference in communities using the skills she has honed during her education. Cartography for community Posted 10:54 a.m. Friday, April 4, 2025 Courtney Osmek wins Prairie Springs Student Excellence Award Read more about Cartography for community Students in Colin Belby’s Geospatial Field Methods course (GEO 410) gained hands-on experience in hydrographic surveying through a unique partnership with J.F. Brennan. Getting their feet wet Posted 9 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 21, 2024 UWL partners with J.F. Brennan, providing hands-on experience in hydrographic surveying  Read more about Getting their feet wet Lee Donahue, a Town of Campbell supervisor, and Brian Pompeii, UW-La Crosse assistant professor of Geography & Environmental Science, review a Town of Campbell map. Unraveling PFAS Impact Posted 9:23 a.m. Monday, Oct. 21, 2024 UWL research examines ‘forever chemicals’ toll on vulnerable communities  Read more about Unraveling PFAS Impact Faculty-led study abroad in Nepal Faculty-led study abroad in Nepal Posted 10 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 10, 2024 Faculty-led study abroad in Nepal Read more about Faculty-led study abroad in Nepal Students, Emma Everett and Courtney Osmek, use their GIS knowledge to make a difference in the La Crosse community. Mapping for change Posted 8 a.m. Tuesday, May 14, 2024 Student-led mapping initiative creates resource for those facing food insecurity Read more about Mapping for change

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