Program officers from the Dairy Innovation Hub, Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection, and North Central SARE will discuss funding opportunities in sustainable agriculture and ag innovation. Faculty and staff from the Universities of Wisconsin, as well as Forward Ag partners, are encouraged to attend. Register in advance online. Contact the Office of Research & Sponsored Programs with any questions.

Have a question, idea, concern or just want to put a face to Student Affairs? Stop by our “Chat with Student Affairs Leaders” table in the Whitney Center or the Student Union and talk with us—no appointment needed.

These casual tabling sessions are designed to make Student Affairs more visible, approachable, and easy to connect with. Come for a quick hello or stay awhile and share what’s on your mind.

Who you’ll meet

At every session, you’ll be able to chat with:

• Vice Chancellor of Student Affairs Vitaliano Figueroa
• One Student Affairs director (a rotating leader from across Student Affairs)

What you can talk about

Anything. Seriously. Students often stop by to:

• Share concerns or barriers they’re running into
• Offer ideas to improve campus life
• Ask questions about resources and services
• Talk about what’s going well (we want to hear that too)
• Get to know the people behind Student Affairs

What to expect

• Drop-in format: come and go when it works for you
• Low-pressure conversation: no forms, no presentations—just a chat
• Real connection: your experience matters, and we’re here to listen

Next events: 

• Wednesday, Feb. 25
  • 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Whitney Center
  • w/Patrick Heise, director of Residence Life
• Monday, March 2
  • 10:30 a.m.-noon, Student Union (by Sono)
  • w/Ashley Franzo, director of Campus Child Center

The Take a Student to Coffee program, supported by the Division of Student Affairs & The Parent Fund, is an opportunity for outside-the-classroom connections between students and faculty and staff. The program is designed for a faculty or staff member to invite a student for a coffee, beverage or snack and use the time to get to know each other better and/or to discuss projects, events or activities. We hope this program encourages meaningful discussions and the development of lasting mentor/mentee relationships.

Faculty and staff members may apply to receive a $10 certificate to use to take a student out to coffee or a snack at an on-campus Chartwells dining location. Certificates will be mailed through campus mail. Faculty/staff are then welcome to invite any student to a coffee conversation. Once a certificate is used at the Chartwells location, both the faculty/staff member and the student will receive a survey to complete.

Missed the Career Fair? Join us for an exclusive after-hours event! 

Hey, UW-La Crosse students!

Were you busy during the career fair or just want to learn more about exciting opportunities? Join us for an after-hours event hosted by Northwestern Mutual from 2-5 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 25, at the first floor of the Student Union. 

Why attend?

Explore opportunities: learn about our Financial Representative Internship Program and how it can jumpstart your career!

Ask questions: have any burning questions? Our team is here to provide answers and insights.

Network: connect with professionals and peers in a fun, relaxed setting.

Interactive sessions: engage in collaborative discussions and activities.

Walk-up friendly: no need to RSVP just swing by and join us!

Whether you're exploring career options or looking for a rewarding internship, this is your chance to get all the information you need in a casual and welcoming environment.

Don't miss out!

Make the most of this opportunity to learn, network and have some fun. We can't wait to meet you and share more about what makes Northwestern Mutual a great place to launch your career. There will also be free brownies for the first 25 people who come. Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity!

Rec Sports is offering the following promotions to all UWL faculty/staff.   

15% Discount on new faculty/staff memberships 

Rec Sports is offering a 15% discount for all first-time faculty/staff memberships. You can purchase your membership by visiting the REC or make your purchase online. Use the promo code SAVE15% to get your discounted price.  his discount is only available until Feb. 27! Interested in paying via payroll deduction? Please visit the information desk at the REC or contact Cindi Swanson at cswanson@uwlax.edu.    

5% Membership renewal

Rec Sports offers a 5% discount when renewing your REC membership. This can be done at any time and for any type of membership (month, semester, annual). When renewing your membership, use the promo code RENEW5% to get your discounted price.  

Free, one-week trial membership  

Rec Sports offers all faculty/staff a one-time, free one-week trial membership  to try out the Recreational Eagle Center. The trial membership is available at any time by visiting the information desk at the REC. Make sure to use the promo code FREEWEEK.   

To purchase or renew your membership online, visit the Rec Sports websiteand log in with your UWL Net ID. 

For more information regarding the Recreational Sports Department and the programs that are offered, visit the Rec Sports website or contact the office at recoffice@uwlax.edu. 

UWL will conduct a sale of surplus property in partnership with the online auction site www.wisconsinsurplus.com running through Feb. 27. 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. This auction lists two John Deere gators for sale.

In the event that university personnel are approached by a federal immigration agent on campus, they are advised to immediately call the UWL Police Department (608.789.9000) to discuss next steps. This is an update to previous guidance. Once in touch with campus police, the caller will be asked to describe the encounter and any warrants or legal documents presented to them by the immigration agent. Campus police have 24/7 access to attorneys from the Office of General Counsel and will enlist their assistance as appropriate.

In partnership with the Division of Student Affairs, and on behalf of UWL's Student Association, we are excited to announce that nominations are open for the 3rd annual Eagle Excellence in Leadership Awards!

The annual Eagle Excellence in Leadership Awards provide a dedicated platform to recognize the good work UWL student leaders are doing each day. The awards are designed to create a moment of reflection on, appreciation of, and gratitude for the exceptional contributions made by student leaders who enrich our campus and community. Please join us in recognizing Eagles by taking the time to nominate for one or more of the Eagle Excellence in Leadership Awards.

2026 Important Dates

• Nominations are currently open
• Nominations close: Monday, April 6 at 11:59 p.m.
• Ceremony: Thursday, May 7 (by invitation only)

The individual awards have been designed to recognize the impact of our students at every level, from first-year to graduating senior, from student organizations to community advocacy, and much more. Brief descriptions of each award are below. More information, as well as the nomination forms, can be found on the Eagle Excellence in Leadership Awards website.  

Eagle Excellence in Leadership Awards

• Student Organization of the Year, designed to recognize a student organization which has impacted the campus and community, and demonstrated a commitment to the university mission.
• Student Organization Advisor of the Year, designed to recognize a student organization advisor who has gone “above and beyond” as an advisor and resource for their students.
• Student Organization Member of the Year, designed to recognize a student who has emerged as a leader in a student organization, without holding any titles.
• Aerie Award, affectionately named after a “group of eagles,” designed to recognize a non-student-organization group of students who have shown a commitment to service and the institution.
• Emerging Eagle Award, designed to recognize up to two students who have completed less than four semesters at UWL, have shown a commitment to getting involved, and have exhibited leadership potential.
• Stryker’s Student Leader Award, designed to recognize up to two students who have completed four or more semesters at UWL, have shown a continuous commitment to campus life, and have positively influenced their peers.
• Eagle Advocate Award, designed to recognize a student who has made contributions in areas of inclusive excellence, belonging, public policy, environmental stewardship, and/or community advocacy.  
• “Mens Corpusque” Award, designed to recognize up to three graduating seniors (upcoming May or December), who have shown a commitment to the university’s motto, “Mind and Body.”

Thank you for considering nominating a fellow Eagle for one (or many!) of these awards. If you have any questions regarding the nomination process, please reach out to Jacob Hart, associate director of Student Engagement & Leadership.

Students interested in sharing their research at the Universities of Wisconsin Symposium for Undergraduate Research, Scholarly, and Creative Activity have until March 15 to register as a presenter. The symposium, scheduled for May 1, is being hosted by UWL for the first time in 25 years. It brings together undergraduate students from all 13 UW campuses to showcase the depth, diversity and transformative power of undergraduate research across the state.

Inaugural UWL Professional Financial Planning Summit is poised to be an opportunity for professional development and networking among professionals in the Financial Services industry, UWL faculty and staff, and the stellar students studying in the UWL Finance Department and Trust Point Personal Financial Planning (PFP) program.

The summit is made possible thanks to the support of the Trust Point Foundation, It Make$ Cents! Money Management Center, and the UW-La Crosse Finance Department. Students, faculty and staff from UW-La Crosse look forward to hosting you for this exciting collaborative event!

The event will take place in the Bluffs, UWL Student Union. The welcome and registration table will open at 9 a.m., and the program will begin promptly at 10 a.m. The summit will end at 4 p.m. You can expect a menagerie of professional engaging speakers, panel discussions, cutting edge research presentations, collaborative learning experiences, and ongoing informal networking. Lunch is included and we will have refreshments available throughout the day. Registration is required.

At the conclusion of the summit, UWL students and Financial Services professionals may elect to participate in an additional formal speed networking session from 4- 5:30 p.m. Professionals and UWL PFP students will be asked to confirm their participation in this subsequent session at the end of this registration survey.

This event will have no registration fees thanks to the generous support of the Trust Point Foundation. However, in order to have an accurate count of attendance for our event space and for lunch, we ask that you please register in advance to confirm your attendance. Please inform us if any unforeseen extreme circumstances arise that prevent your attendance after registering. You can find more information on the Finance Department webpage.

Register here by March 2, 2026