It Make$ Cents! to take your finances and winnings off-campus! Not only are we partnering with La Crosse's very own Howie's (right next to UWL) for a great night of bingo, but we have spectacular prizes to be won! Come learn about our IMC program and get the chance to win give-aways and prizes!

Prizes are sponsored by our friends at Trust Point Foundation and here is the incredible line-up: (coming soon!)

Located at Howie's, 1128 La Crosse St, La Crosse.

A free vaccine clinic will be from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Monday, Oct. 12, in 2110 Miller Bluff, Student Union (no appointment 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!

The United Academic Professionals of the UW-La Crosse, UAPUWL, (faculty and academic staff union) is hosting a postcard writing event to help Get Out The Vote. All UWL faculty and staff are welcome to attend. You can join us any time during the event as your schedule allows. UAPUWL will provide postcards, address labels, food, beverages and solidarity. This is a great chance to get involved and find out more about (y)our union.

Join the UWL community for our Fall Blood Drive on Oct. 6-7, 2026. Blood donations are essential for hospitals and patients who rely on lifesaving transfusions every day. By donating, you'll help ensure that blood is available when it's needed most. Together, we can make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.  

Schedule your appointment.

Who: Open to all faculty, staff, students, and community members

What: Fall Blood Drive

When: 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 6 and Wednesday, Oct. 7

Where: Cleary Alumni & Friends Center, UWL

View this event on UWL MyOrgs.

Causes & Consequences of Consolidation in Rural Hospital Markets

Rural hospitals across the country are facing growing financial strain, workforce shortages and increasing consolidation — all of which threaten access to care in rural communities. This free, online session will examine the key factors contributing to rural hospital closures and mergers, as well as the resulting impacts on healthcare affordability, quality and patient outcomes. Participants will explore current federal and state policies influencing rural healthcare systems and consider emerging policy strategies aimed at strengthening sustainable, high-quality care for rural populations.

Register for free!

Caring for someone living with Alzheimer's disease or another form of dementia can be one of life's most meaningful experiences, but it can also be physically, emotionally and mentally demanding. Join us for a free public talk to learn how to recognize caregiver burnout and discover practical strategies to care for yourself while continuing to provide compassionate, person-centered care.

• In person: 0120 Theatre, Student Union, UW–La Crosse
• Online: Live stream

View details and RSVP to attend this free talk.

Join us for our next La Crosse Science Café! John Zak, professor emeritus, Texas Tech University, will present "The Microbial World Beneath our Feet: How Soil Works!" at 6 p.m. Friday, Oct. 9 at JavaVino (2311 State Road, La Crosse.) Food and/or beverage purchase is required: making reservations with JavaVino early is strongly recommended. Please make sure to arrive early to place your order to truly enjoy this experience of world class science!

Visit our Facebook page for information about future events.

Join your  It Make$ Cents! Friends at the clock tower on Tuesday, Oct. 6 for our interactive lemonade stand! Not only will you walk away with FREE lemonade- you will also receive it in a reusable, sustainable, capri-sun style drinkware! 

Our lemons will be squeezing out free budget templates for you to take on your way! So remember, when life gets sour... we can help make your money sweeter! 

Schedule a free financial session with us anytime! 

Calling all UWL employees! Join us for Eagles @ Work, on Oct. 21, 2026, as part of the 7th annual One Day for UWL. This breakfast is an opportunity to celebrate the UWL employee community and recognize the time, talent and treasure our employees contribute to campus.

Enjoy a breakfast buffet, test your UWL knowledge, connect with colleagues, and leave with a special Eagles @ Work item.

Following breakfast, attendees are encouraged to head to the Eagle L to participate in the Ringing Out of One Day for UWL 2026!

Please RSVP by Oct. 14!

Wellness Week is the perfect opportunity to dedicate a little extra time to your health and well-being. Follow the official campaign on Instagram!

• University of Wisconsin-La Crosse @uwlax
• Wellness & Health Advocacy @uwlpeerhealth
• Counseling & Testing Center @uwlctc
• REC Sports @uwlrec

Check out the full calendar of events. Attending a Wellness Week event? Grab a Wellness Week Passport, complete it and turn it in at the REC. The first 100 students get a prize!

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.

Need a resume review? Pop in to have your resume checked and enjoy “pop”-ular snacks — popcorn, Pop-Tarts, and lollipops!

We will be set up each day from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Monday, Oct. 5 through Friday, Oct. 9 outside the Academic Advising Center & Career Services office at 1209 Centennial Hall.

Stop in as your schedule allows. Get ready to be “pop”-ular with employers at the career fair next week!

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.  

Follow the drums and you’ll find the Championship Parade! Gather across campus as the UWL Screaming Eagles marching band leads the way to honor the 2026 Men’s & Women’s Track & Field National Champions and celebrate UWL Athletics!

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