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One Day for UWL is back for its seventh year — with new fundraising goals and even more ways to get involved on campus and online.

Get ready for One Day for UWL Posted 2 p.m. Friday, Sept. 18, 2026 Join us in celebrate UWL's seventh annual giving day, Oct. 20-21 Read

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Holly Larsen started as director of UWL’s Self Sufficiency Program on July 13, following the retirement of Andrea Hansen, who led the SSP program for 15 years.

Making college possible Posted 1:21 p.m. Friday, Sept. 18, 2026 SSP offers adults a free college credit Read

The Lantern Posted 8:53 a.m. Friday, Sept. 18, 2026 Read the latest issue of our alumni and friends magazine Read

The Scott & Amie Odahl Faculty Support Fund will boost UWL's Accountancy Department by supporting faculty development and preparing students for evolving careers.

Accounting for change Posted 11 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 17, 2026 New gift helps prepare students for evolving careers in accountancy Read

By land and by water Posted 12:26 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2026 UWL camp brings freshwater science to life through lab and field experiences Read

Professor Emeritus and longtime UWL supporter Ron Rada highlights the university's continued growth and pursuit of excellence.

The view from Grandad Bluff Posted 1:05 p.m. Monday, Sept. 14, 2026 Ron Rada reflects on 50 years of service, transformation at UWL Read

Colin Miller, a senior music education major known for his many performances across campus, says a scholarship provided by UWL donors Robert and Janet Roth has allowed him to make the most of his opportunities.

Composing his future Posted 1:05 p.m. Monday, Sept. 14, 2026 Scholarships give senior the freedom to focus on music Read

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Brian Kumm-Schaley, associate professor of Recreation Management & Recreational Therapy, is a musician who has used his understanding rhythm to explore a way of life in uncertain times.

Find your rhythm Posted 10:14 a.m. Friday, May 1, 2026 UWL leisure expert explores a musical philosophy for living in uncertain times Read

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An aerial view looking east to the bluffs over the La Crosse State Teachers College with athletic field and fair grounds in the background ca. 1939. Photo courtesy UWL Murphy Library, Special Collections/ARC.

UWL history quiz Posted 10 a.m. Friday, Oct. 20, 2023 Take this short quiz spanning UWL’s 114-year history Read

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Annual Benefit & Wellness Fair for Faculty & Staff Posted 1:24 p.m. Friday, Sept. 18, 2026 Join Human Resources on October 8th, 2026 from 9-2pm for the Annual Benefit & Wellness Fair Read

October Policy Review: Understanding Legal Holidays in the UW System Posted 8:37 a.m. Friday, Sept. 18, 2026 Read the summary below to learn more about legal holiday policy for UWL employees Read

Learn More About Hiring International Faculty: Upcoming UW System Training at UWL Posted 10:47 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2026 Sign up for this training, presented by UW System international hiring specialists, Jennifer Taylor and Irina Punguil Bravo. Read

ETF Releases 2025 WRS Financial Report Posted 9:32 a.m. Friday, Sept. 11, 2026 The Department of Employee Trust Funds just released the Wisconsin Retirement System Financial Report for calendar year 2025. Read

Well Wisconsin Radio: Tune In to Our New September Episode! Posted 9:15 a.m. Friday, Sept. 11, 2026 Staying Strong for Healthy Aging with Jen Whitty Read

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Funding your study abroad adventure

Does the thought of studying overseas sound exciting? Wondering if it’s actually affordable? Join us to explore a variety of study abroad opportunities around the world. Learn ways to finance your experience, including scholarships. Starting early can make your plans more achievable and less stressful. Take the first step toward your global experience — and bring your questions with you!

It makes cents to learn life-skills!

Don't forget! There are two ways to make your time and money count! By attending our events you have the chance to win a $50 scholarship each time! What's even better? Double up your odds to win a $150 scholarship if you attend an event and come in for a financial consultation. Cha-ching!

Enjoy Free pizza at this event too! Yum!

Free vaccine clinic Oct. 12

A free vaccine clinic is planned from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Monday, Oct. 12, in 2110 Miller Bluff, Student Union. No appointment is required.

Safe and effective vaccination helps build herd immunity, and herd immunity stops the spread of disease. Wellness & Health Advocacy is partnering with Scenic Bluffs Community Health Centers and Mayo Clinic Health System to provide vaccination at no cost for UWL students. Scenic Bluffs will either bill insurance or provide it at no cost through the Vaccines for Adults program.

Students are encouraged to check their immunization records (Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa, Illinois). Available vaccines include HPV, flu, COVID, and more.

Introduction to Mindfulness

UWL Counseling & Testing, Wellness & Health Advocacy and Rec Sports have teamed up to provide non-credit "Intro to Mindfulness" courses for the campus community! UWL "Intro to Mindfulness" courses use curriculum designed by the Mindfulness Institute for Emerging Adults (MIEA).

Mindfulness is simple, but not easy. Our four-week "Intro to Mindfulness" is an introductory class that will teach students the skill of mindfulness. It will also help you build the habit of using it in your life on a regular basis. Positive outcomes include:

Less self-judgment

Manage stress

Increased self-compassion

Better sleep

Increased calm

Faculty and staff: Please consider referring students to attend!

There is no fee to attend; however, attendees must register in advance by the deadline. More information and registration are available on the Rec Sports Intro to Mindfulness webpage. Two sessions are offered for the fall semester, both starting in October.

Accounting Career Fair set for Sept. 28

The UWL Accounting Career Fair will be held from 3-5 p.m. Monday, Sept. 28, at the Bluffs Ballroom, Student Union. Accounting firms and corporate employers will be recruiting interns and staff, and there will also be CPA exam prep and membership opportunities.

The fair is free and open to UWL students at all academic levels, including students who haven't declared an accounting or finance major yet. See the list of employers in Handshake. A program listing all the organizations will be provided at the fair. You are encouraged to bring a padfolio and resumes if you have them. Career advisors will be onsite and ready to assist you.

The fair is sponsored by the Academic Advising Center & Career Services.

Rec Sports - Lifeguard Course in October

Recreational Sports is offering a lifeguard certification course this fall semester for anyone interested in maintaining a current certification or looking to become a lifeguard for the first time.

Lifeguard Certification
Oct. 23-24 and Oct. 30-31

For additional information regarding course requirements and cost, visit the Rec Sports website or contact us at recoffice@uwlax.edu.

UWL surplus auction to be held through Sept. 28

UWL will conduct a sale of surplus property in partnership with the online auction site www.wisconsinsurplus.com running through Sept. 28. Pre-registration and a bidder number is required prior to bid submittals. Terms and conditions of sale, along with contact information can be found on the auction’s website.

Call for volunteers - Operation: River Watch

Calling all faculty, staff and students to please volunteer for Operation: River Watch on Thursday, September 24 - Saturday, September 26. With your assistance, this program will continue to ensure the safety of our community members and emphasize UWL’s commitment to the well-being of the larger La Crosse community.

Volunteer description: Patrol Riverside Park, remind folks that the park is closed, redirect away from the river as necessary, and intervene when appropriate. La Crosse PD is close by.
Volunteer shifts: 9-11 p.m., 11 p.m.-1 a.m., and 1-3 a.m.
SIGN UP HERE

Instructions will be sent to all volunteers who sign up. Should you have any questions, please contact Jacob Hart, associate director of Student Engagement & Leadership. Thank you for considering this opportunity to help the La Crosse community stay safe.

RSVP for SSP Locally Grown Scholarship Breakfast by Sept. 25

The UWL Self-Sufficiency Program (SSP) invites the UWL campus and greater La Crosse area to the Self-Sufficiency Program Locally Grown Scholarship Breakfast. SSP extends a special invitation to former and current SSP students and their families. Children are welcome.

Join SSP in recognizing the accomplishments of the program's graduates attending area colleges. A community of donors, friends, allies, SSP graduates and families are the reason SSP can celebrate each year. Support and encouragement make such a difference for these tenacious students, and SSP.

This year’s speaker is Heidi Svee, a former SSP participant who is now director of development and strategic initiatives at New Horizons, who will present “Graduating from grit to grace: a single mother’s real-world masterclass.”

Each fall, SSP friends are invited to make a donation to the program and attend the scholarship breakfast. The event features an inspiring message, recognizes SSP graduates now attending college, and gathers SSP donors and friends to say thank you. It is a heart-warming affirmation of the power of education to change lives, often two generations at a time!

Registration is open. RSVP on the SSP website Breakfast is on us! There is no cost to attend. Registration deadline is Friday, Sept. 25.

For questions about this event, or to request disability accommodations, contact Alec Lass at 608.785.8357 or rgss@uwlax.edu

Parking is free for registrants at the UWL Parking Ramp (levels 1-3), 1623 Farwell St., La Crosse, WI. A volunteer will be onsite to register vehicles. An online parking registration link will be provided to registrants who wish to register for parking before the event.

Accessible Parking
You can park in the accessible spaces in Commuter Lot C-12 at the Cleary Center if you have a accessible hanger or license plate. Also a number of accessible parking spaces are on Farwell Street across from the Student Union.

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Karolyn Bald, International Education and Engagement thanks Miranda Panzer, International Education & Engagement & Heather Pearson, Admissions,

Thanks to Miranda Panzer, International Education & Engagement, & Heather Pearson, Admissions, for their unwavering dedication to our international students. From airport pick-ups to emergency room visits to orientation, they go above and beyond to ensure students feel supported, cared for and welcomed. You truly represent the very best of UWL, and we are grateful for all that you do.
— Karolyn Bald, International Education and Engagement

Karolyn Bald, International Education and Engagement thanks Alexis Bergstrom, AJ Bierwirth, Kim Furestenberg, Sarah French and Yao Yao, International Education & Engagement

Thanks to Alexis Bergstrom, AJ Bierwirth, Kim Furestenberg, Sarah French and Yao Yao, International Education & Engagement, for your help during new international student arrivals, orientation, meals, and all the countless acts of support in between. Your willingness to jump in wherever needed is appreciated more than you know. As one new student recently asked, “Why is everyone so nice?” The answer is simple: because of people like you. Thank you!
— Karolyn Bald, International Education and Engagement

Remembering

Robert Lenser, '79 Alumnus

Alumnus Robert Lenser, '79, died Aug. 28. For more information see the obituary.

Kim Neal Nofsinger, '83 Alumnus

Alumnus Kim Neal Nofsinger, '83, died Sept. 3. For more information see the obituary.

Esther L. Harman, '60 Alumna

Alumna Esther L. Harman, '60, died Sept. 4. For more information see the obituary.

Donald E. Flynn, '58 Alumnus

Alumnus Donald E. Flynn, '58, died Sept. 5. For more information see the obituary.

Judith Ann (Axon) Stodola, '90 Alumna

Alumna Judith Ann (Axon) Stodola, '90, died Sept. 6. For more information see the obituary.

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