Posted 2:22 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2025
One Day for UWL — 24 hours to make a lasting impact
One Day for UWL, the university’s annual day of giving, is just around the corner.
From 9 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 21, to 9 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 22, UWL alumni, students, faculty, staff and friends will come together to support nearly 200 areas across campus — all while celebrating the power of philanthropy.
“Not only are we raising funds that will support many of our wonderful departments, programs, teams and student organizations, but also we are coming together as a collective UWL community,” says Lauren Wanders, UWL’s annual giving coordinator and lead organizer of the event. “From students, faculty and staff to lifelong alumni and friends of the university — we are showing up together and celebrating our commitment to the mission of UWL for years to come.”
Whether on campus or connecting to One Day online, there are plenty of ways to get involved. One Day for UWL is a celebration of the transformational impact that giving has on student success — from scholarships and undergraduate research to athletics, student organizations, and academic programs.
Wanders says she’s especially excited for “Ring in One Day,” the high-energy kickoff celebration taking place at 8:45 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 21, at Hoeschler Tower.
“The music, the energy and the crowd — it’s such a powerful way to start the day,” she says. “With the UWL Screaming Eagles Marching Band playing, Stryker Eagle dancing, and Chancellor James Beeby addressing the crowd, it really sets the tone for 24 hours of celebration and impact.”
Attendees can also expect free UWL merch, campus spirit and plenty of photo-worthy moments.
WHAT: One Day for UWL is our largest philanthropic day of the year, a day of fundraising and celebration
WHEN: Oct. 21 and 22, from 9 a.m. to 9 a.m. — “24 hours to make a difference”
WHERE: On campus and online; learn more at uwlax.edu/go/givingday
WHY: Donors are the reason we can offer scholarships, unique academic programs, undergraduate research opportunities and many other advancement efforts that support student success. One Day for UWL is a tradition celebrating what it means to Live Maroon and Give Maroon!
Make a gift
There are more than 250 areas on campus you can support — from academic programs to sports clubs to scholarships and more. Support your passion on One Day for UWL by visiting uwlax.edu/go/givingday.
Six years = $600K goal
Over the years, One Day for UWL has continued to grow thanks to the generosity of alumni and friends. As we mark six years of One Day for UWL, we are challenging the UWL community to raise $600,000 in 24 hours. Let’s come together and show what it means to be an Eagle!
Celebrate on campus
Join us for on-campus festivities, including:
- Ring in One Day | Oct. 21, 8:45 a.m. | Hoeschler Tower
- Let’s get the celebration started and Ring in One Day for UWL at Hoeschler Tower! Special music with the UWL Screaming Eagles, a guest speaker, free merch and more. Show you’re #UWLPROUD by wearing maroon and gray!
- Lunch on the Lawn | Oct. 21, noon | Wittich Lawn
- Join us for free barbecue sandwiches (while supplies last), yard games and socializing — all while learning more about philanthropy on campus. This lunch is made possible through the generosity of donors.
- Ring out One Day | Oct. 22, 8:45 a.m. | Hoeschler Tower
- After 24 hours of celebrating and fundraising, let’s Ring out One Day together! Enjoy special music, a guest speaker, snacks and more. You also won’t want to miss the initial count of dollars raised on One Day for UWL. We hope you’ll join us!