University of Wisconsin-La Crosse

Recreation students take part in an outdoor activity in the 2017 event. Students in the upper-level recreation management and therapeutic recreation class have created five programs focusing on physical, social, spiritual, environmental and occupational well-being. They will hold the event for an introductory general rec class on Saturday, April 24.

Day of well-being Posted 8:16 a.m. Monday, April 19, 2021 UWL recreation class offers fellow students ideas for wellness Read

UWL Chancellor Joe Gow, second from right, and Paul Mueller, regional vice president for Mayo Clinic Health System, third from right, talk with UWL students in a Prairie Springs Science Center Lab following the research agreement announcement in November 2019. The two organizations have released the first projects in the Collaborative Seed Grant Program.

Seed grants Posted 6 a.m. Monday, April 19, 2021 UWL, Mayo program funds new research projects Read

The UW-La Crosse Department of Theatre Arts will present the musical “Songs for a New World” by Jason Robert Brown, May 1-7.

A moment in time Posted 6 a.m. Sunday, April 18, 2021 ‘Songs for a New World’ takes the online stage Read

A UW-La Crosse class will hold a drive-by food drop off Friday, April 23.

Food drive Posted 11:09 a.m. Thursday, April 15, 2021 UW-La Crosse sets drive-by food drop off Read

Associate Professor John Greany watches his students provide virtual rehabilitation services to local community members — part of UWL's Exercise Program for Adults with Neurologic Disorders. The assignment gave students firsthand experience within the growing field of telehealth.

Virtual rehab Posted 10:46 a.m. Thursday, April 15, 2021 UWL Physical Therapy Program embraces shift to telehealth Read

2021 Distinguished Alumni: Anna Hatch, ’09; Mai J. Lo Lee, ’07; Scott Noet, ’90 and Margaret Van Bree, ’82.

Distinguished Alumni Posted 8:25 a.m. Tuesday, April 20, 2021 Four selected for university’s top honors Read

UWL's Environmental Studies Program uses field trips — like this 2017 trip to the La Crosse River Marsh — to highlight the fundamental connections between human and nature. The program has seen a roughly 50% increase in enrollment over the past five years.

Embracing the environment Posted 8:53 a.m. Monday, April 12, 2021 Environmental Studies minor attracts students of all majors Read

UWL’s Student Affairs Administration Master’s Program is shifting to a fully blended/online format — a move intended to improve learning outcomes, create equitable opportunities and provide students greater flexibility to navigate the program.

Innovative instruction Posted 2:03 p.m. Wednesday, April 7, 2021 Student Affairs Master’s Program shifting to online/blended model Read

More than three-quarters of students at La Crosse's four-year colleges plan to get the COVID-19 vaccine, according to a new study from UW-La Crosse, Viterbo University and Gundersen Health System. Protecting others and returning to business as usual are among the primary motivating factors for students.

A vaccine victory? Posted 9:51 a.m. Wednesday, April 7, 2021 Study shows UWL, Viterbo students plan to get vaccinated Read

UWL Biology Lecturer Renee Redman, shown in this 2018 photo, has received a 2021 Board of Regents Teaching Excellence Award — a distinction given to just two instructors across the UW System.

Transformative teacher Posted 2:09 p.m. Monday, April 5, 2021 UWL’s Renee Redman receives Board of Regents Teaching Excellence Award Read

Online exhibit Posted 1:08 p.m. Tuesday, April 6, 2021 UWL student work featured in show Read

UW-La Crosse Music Department Alum and “American Idol” finalist Reed Grimm returned to perform in Annett Recital Hall in 2018. This year, the department’s Honors Recital featuring top music students will be pre-recorded in Annett Recital Hall before debuting online at 2 p.m. Sunday, April 11.

Honors Recital Posted 9:34 a.m. Friday, April 2, 2021 Music Department features exemplary student recital Read

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UWL CELEBRATES

Loving Month

This month, we will be celebrating Loving Day. Loving Day originated with Loving v. Virginia U.S. Supreme Court decision of 1967. This celebration was inspired by Richard & Mildred Loving who fought for justice as an interracial couple.

Celebrate with us by learning more about IOPA and attending the events that will be hosted by IOPA throughout the month of April.

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A dynamic & diverse learning environment.

Acknowledging and respecting the contributions of all

Our students learn and conduct research alongside faculty who care about their future and fuel their intellectual curiosity. Nearly all of our students, 96 %, participate in at least one “high-impact” practice such as undergraduate research or service-learning projects.

Mentorship that makes a difference. Our students learn and conduct research alongside faculty who care about their future and fuel their intellectual curiosity. Nearly all of our students, 96 %, participate in at least one “high-impact” practice such as undergraduate research or service-learning projects. Learn more

Recognized as one of the best college towns in America, La Crosse has plenty to see beyond the campus limits. We are surrounded by rivers and bluffs for hiking, biking, kayaking and more. Take a short walk to historic downtown.

128 acres. 360 degrees of incredible. Recognized as one of the best college towns in America, La Crosse has plenty to see beyond the campus limits. We are surrounded by rivers and bluffs for hiking, biking, kayaking and more. Take a short walk to historic downtown. Learn more

You will find no shortage of opportunities to lead or join a group working for a cause you care about. See our 200 + student organizations.

A close-knit campus community. You will find no shortage of opportunities to lead or join a group working for a cause you care about. See our 200 + student organizations. Learn more

UW-La Crosse is Wisconsin’s top-ranked public university among its peers, according to U.S. News & World Report’s America’s Best Colleges listing. For 20 years in a row UWL has remained the state’s top-ranked comprehensive campus in the UW System.

The popular magazine also ranks UWL as the No. 6 public university among Best Regional Universities in the Midwest.

Small school. BIG reputation. UW-La Crosse is Wisconsin’s top-ranked public university among its peers, according to U.S. News & World Report’s America’s Best Colleges listing. For 20 years in a row UWL has remained the state’s top-ranked comprehensive campus in the UW System. The popular magazine also ranks UWL as the No. 6 public university among Best Regional Universities in the Midwest. Learn more

Hear from our students

Jeremiah Wait

Exercise and Sport Science

"I'm so thankful for all of the great memories that I have from football, with my friends, and everyone who I've been able to associate with through college. I'm excited about my next adventure, but I will cherish the memories that I made in college for the rest of my life!"

Kemmesha Thomas

Public Health & Community Health Education

"UWL programs, like the McNair Scholars, made me realize so many things I’m interested in. I can develop more knowledge and enjoy doing research."

Sarah Ziolkowski

Economics & Finance

"In these times, finding a good career post-graduation seemed insurmountable, but experiences with UWL professors were so helpful to me during the job-search process."

Audra Geis

Communication Studies

"I could not have predicted my college experience because the journey is just too good to pre-plan. I'm leaving with memories, life lessons and an abundance of knowledge in my field and stories to share."

Trent Rasmussen, '19

Educational Leadership Certificate (5051 licensure) and Director of Instruction (5010 licensure)

"You can see in students' faces when they are excited about learning something new or you affirmed who they are or what they just did. Who knows what those things will mean to them later on — that’s what is really exciting."

Learn more about Trent Rasmussen, '19

Miranda Sibley

Radiation Therapy

"UWL taught me to never give up, be passionate in your purpose, be adventurous, and never take anything for granted."

Ryan Crain, '18

Business Management

"One of my professors gave out his email and said, 'If you have questions or need help, call or email me.'... Once I realized the professors at UWL — like at Western [Western Technical College] — were willing to help me, that helped me make the transition."

Learn more about Ryan Crain, '18

Abby Siakpere, '18

Biology

"My main decisions in coming to UWL were the biology department, the new building, and the excellent reputation the biology program has."

Learn more about Abby Siakpere, '18

Jackson Radenz

Geography & Earth Science

"I’ve gained confidence in myself and my ability to solve problems on my own and overcome shortfalls too, which I’ll need in the job market. I’m so grateful for the undergraduate research experiences I’ve had with my faculty mentor, Dr. Niti Mishra."

Learn more about Jackson Radenz

Hannah Schwartz

Exercise and Sport Science

"My time here at UWL has been nothing short of amazing. I am happy to call this beautiful city my second home."

Dee Reed

Communication Studies

"I have made so many memories during this time in my life, and I wouldn't change any of it for the world. The biggest thing college has taught me is that I set my limits if I want something. I have everything I need within myself to achieve any goal, and I will always be truly thankful for that."