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Community Engagement Quarterly Update
A letter from Lisa
A letter from Lisa
May 2024
This time of year is full of feelings of renewal. Early spring flowers have bloomed, and new graduates are excitedly planning for what’s to come. While we have come to expect and celebrate these annual occurrences, this year UWL is offering the community something new to expect and celebrate — continued partnerships with our community.
UWL presented La Crosse-based company J.F. Brennan with the second annual UW System Regents Business Partnership Award recognizing innovative collaborations between universities and businesses. With the ceremonial introduction of the new Research Vessel Prairie Springs this month, UWL and J.F. Brennan continue to work collaboratively on projects, such as the development of innovative curricula and the creation of impactful research and experiential learning opportunities.
New partnerships continue to grow with our non-profit and civic partners, as well. A collaboration in support of sustainability has been formed with Habitat for Humanity of the Greater La Crosse Region to introduce a new on-campus dumpster diversion program encouraging students to reduce, reuse and reimagine uses for their unwanted household items. This program aligns with the City of La Crosse’s Climate Action Plan, specifically, its goals related to waste management and community collaboration.
Incoming Chancellor James Beeby will assume his leadership post on July 1. Introducing him to the warm and vibrant folks living in the 7 Rivers Region brings a renewed focus on leadership and exciting opportunities for community collaboration. The UWL community looks forward to celebrating Chancellor Beeby’s arrival with you in the fall as we prepare for another annual tradition — the start of a new academic year.
Yours in community,
Lisa
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