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University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
Welcoming
Active
Driven
Engaged
Taking the helm in water education
UWL joins new consortium supporting Midwest's water workforce
Capstone
Read the latest issue of the College of Arts, Social Sciences, & Humanities online magazine
Savor and save
UWL Prairie Springs Environmental Leadership Award winner blends appreciation and action
The roots of undergraduate research
How a campus idea grew and became a 25-year Universities of Wisconsin tradition
Fashioning a greener future
Emma Gibbons receives Prairie Springs Environmental Leadership Award
Eagle Edge
Read the latest issue of the School of Education online magazine
She found a home and left a mark
At UWL, Betsy Morgan built a legacy uniquely her own
Meeting the rural moment
UWL Graduate & Extended Learning partnerships, programs strengthen healthcare access across communities
Meet this year's outstanding graduates
UWL recognizes top scholarship recipients
Beyond grammar
Language programs connect students with culture and community
Art in action
Visiting artist engages students through hands-on work as part of ArtsFest Advance!
A sweet partnership
Education students get taste of teaching through Summit Elementary maple syrup project
More news
UWL Celebrates
Loving Month
View the celebration!
A dynamic & diverse learning environment.
Acknowledging and respecting the contributions of all
A top college in Wisconsin
We are the No. 1 public university in Wisconsin with less than 25,000 students, according to U.S. News & World Report’s Best National Universities ranking.
Learn more
A top college in Wisconsin
Opportunities to conduct research
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
Opportunities to conduct research
Beautiful Driftless Wisconsin location
128 acres. 360 degrees of incredible. La Crosse is recognized as one of the best college towns in America with plenty to see beyond the campus limits. The campus is surrounded by rivers and bluffs for hiking, biking, kayaking and more. Take a short walk to historic downtown.
Learn more
Beautiful Driftless Wisconsin location
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
Close-knit campus community
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!"
Vanessa Mbuyi, '21
Microbiology
"People say bigger schools may have more opportunity, but I think UWL has those opportunities. And I’m able to keep the smaller classes, and I have the ability to talk to my instructor and go to office hours. Most of all, I’ve been able to keep the relationships I made as an undergraduate. And those connections have been really important."
Mary Vaughan
Mathematics
"I have often wondered if I would have earned my Ph.D. if I had attended a different school for my undergraduate studies. As an undergrad, I worked hard, but I lacked confidence. It was my collective teachers and mentors at UWL that helped me seize the opportunities that have led me to where I am today — working across the world in Australia!"
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."
Lauryn Wiesman
Spanish Education and Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
"What really attracted me to UWL was the small-town environment in a bigger city. I’m from Stratford, Wisconsin — a town of about 1,500 people. I wasn’t sure how I’d fit into a bigger place, but UWL still felt like home."
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 UWL professors said, 'If you have questions or need help, call or email me.' Once I realized the professors at UWL — like at 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 reasons for coming to UWL were the Biology Department, the new science labs 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
Maddie Kozel, '24
English
"I never could have imagined how well prepared I would be at the end of my undergraduate education. My courses have set me up not only for academic success, but also for my communicative and interpersonal success in future jobs, classroom settings, and general society. I finally have an idea about all the possibilities my future holds."
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."
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."
uwl seal logo
"Mens Corpusque"
The university's
official motto means
mind and body.
Our "mind and body" motto is incorporated all throughout campus. Student-centered and committed to a quality education for the person as a whole.
Learn more about
mind
and
body
.
86
%
of students participate in rec sports
3.32
Student-athlete cumulative GPA
Empowering our students
fostering
curiosity
&
life-long
learning
.
Taking the helm in water education
Posted
10:25 a.m.
Thursday
,
April
23
,
2026
UWL joins new consortium supporting Midwest's water workforce
Read
more about Taking the helm in water education
Savor and save
Posted
8:21 a.m.
Friday
,
April
17
,
2026
UWL Prairie Springs Environmental Leadership Award winner blends appreciation and action
Read
more about Savor and save
The roots of undergraduate research
Posted
3:46 p.m.
Thursday
,
April
16
,
2026
How a campus idea grew and became a 25-year Universities of Wisconsin tradition
Read
more about The roots of undergraduate research
She found a home and left a mark
Posted
10 a.m.
Tuesday
,
April
14
,
2026
At UWL, Betsy Morgan built a legacy uniquely her own
Read
more about She found a home and left a mark
Meeting the rural moment
Posted
10:24 a.m.
Friday
,
April
10
,
2026
UWL Graduate & Extended Learning partnerships, programs strengthen healthcare access across communities
Read
more about Meeting the rural moment
More news
Serving as a regional cultural center
Preparing students for an
ever-changing community.
Ancient beads
Posted
8:50 a.m.
Thursday
,
June
6
,
2024
Study uncovers Indigenous trade networks before European arrival
Read
more about Ancient beads
Mapping for change
Posted
8 a.m.
Tuesday
,
May
14
,
2024
Student-led mapping initiative creates resource for those facing food insecurity
Read
more about Mapping for change
Engaging with art beyond sight
Posted
2:33 p.m.
Friday
,
May
10
,
2024
UWL students enhance Winona museum exhibition accessibility with classroom project
Read
more about Engaging with art beyond sight
Locally sourced
Posted
11:08 a.m.
Wednesday
,
May
8
,
2024
UWL alumnus Benjamin Horn on the success of Free Range Exchange
Read
more about Locally sourced
More news
Skip to main content
Accessibility menu
Skip to main content
Skip to footer
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse | uwlax.edu
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
Welcoming
Active
Driven
Engaged
Taking the helm in water education
UWL joins new consortium supporting Midwest's water workforce
Capstone
Read the latest issue of the College of Arts, Social Sciences, & Humanities online magazine
Savor and save
UWL Prairie Springs Environmental Leadership Award winner blends appreciation and action
The roots of undergraduate research
How a campus idea grew and became a 25-year Universities of Wisconsin tradition
Fashioning a greener future
Emma Gibbons receives Prairie Springs Environmental Leadership Award
Eagle Edge
Read the latest issue of the School of Education online magazine
She found a home and left a mark
At UWL, Betsy Morgan built a legacy uniquely her own
Meeting the rural moment
UWL Graduate & Extended Learning partnerships, programs strengthen healthcare access across communities
Meet this year's outstanding graduates
UWL recognizes top scholarship recipients
Beyond grammar
Language programs connect students with culture and community
Art in action
Visiting artist engages students through hands-on work as part of ArtsFest Advance!
A sweet partnership
Education students get taste of teaching through Summit Elementary maple syrup project
More news
UWL Celebrates
Loving Month
View the celebration!
A dynamic & diverse learning environment.
Acknowledging and respecting the contributions of all
A top college in Wisconsin
We are the No. 1 public university in Wisconsin with less than 25,000 students, according to U.S. News & World Report’s Best National Universities ranking.
Learn more
A top college in Wisconsin
Opportunities to conduct research
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
Opportunities to conduct research
Beautiful Driftless Wisconsin location
128 acres. 360 degrees of incredible. La Crosse is recognized as one of the best college towns in America with plenty to see beyond the campus limits. The campus is surrounded by rivers and bluffs for hiking, biking, kayaking and more. Take a short walk to historic downtown.
Learn more
Beautiful Driftless Wisconsin location
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
Close-knit campus community
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!"
Vanessa Mbuyi, '21
Microbiology
"People say bigger schools may have more opportunity, but I think UWL has those opportunities. And I’m able to keep the smaller classes, and I have the ability to talk to my instructor and go to office hours. Most of all, I’ve been able to keep the relationships I made as an undergraduate. And those connections have been really important."
Mary Vaughan
Mathematics
"I have often wondered if I would have earned my Ph.D. if I had attended a different school for my undergraduate studies. As an undergrad, I worked hard, but I lacked confidence. It was my collective teachers and mentors at UWL that helped me seize the opportunities that have led me to where I am today — working across the world in Australia!"
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."
Lauryn Wiesman
Spanish Education and Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
"What really attracted me to UWL was the small-town environment in a bigger city. I’m from Stratford, Wisconsin — a town of about 1,500 people. I wasn’t sure how I’d fit into a bigger place, but UWL still felt like home."
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 UWL professors said, 'If you have questions or need help, call or email me.' Once I realized the professors at UWL — like at 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 reasons for coming to UWL were the Biology Department, the new science labs 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
Maddie Kozel, '24
English
"I never could have imagined how well prepared I would be at the end of my undergraduate education. My courses have set me up not only for academic success, but also for my communicative and interpersonal success in future jobs, classroom settings, and general society. I finally have an idea about all the possibilities my future holds."
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."
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."
uwl seal logo
"Mens Corpusque"
The university's
official motto means
mind and body.
Our "mind and body" motto is incorporated all throughout campus. Student-centered and committed to a quality education for the person as a whole.
Learn more about
mind
and
body
.
86
%
of students participate in rec sports
3.32
Student-athlete cumulative GPA
Empowering our students
fostering
curiosity
&
life-long
learning
.
Taking the helm in water education
Posted
10:25 a.m.
Thursday
,
April
23
,
2026
UWL joins new consortium supporting Midwest's water workforce
Read
more about Taking the helm in water education
Savor and save
Posted
8:21 a.m.
Friday
,
April
17
,
2026
UWL Prairie Springs Environmental Leadership Award winner blends appreciation and action
Read
more about Savor and save
The roots of undergraduate research
Posted
3:46 p.m.
Thursday
,
April
16
,
2026
How a campus idea grew and became a 25-year Universities of Wisconsin tradition
Read
more about The roots of undergraduate research
She found a home and left a mark
Posted
10 a.m.
Tuesday
,
April
14
,
2026
At UWL, Betsy Morgan built a legacy uniquely her own
Read
more about She found a home and left a mark
Meeting the rural moment
Posted
10:24 a.m.
Friday
,
April
10
,
2026
UWL Graduate & Extended Learning partnerships, programs strengthen healthcare access across communities
Read
more about Meeting the rural moment
More news
Serving as a regional cultural center
Preparing students for an
ever-changing community.
Ancient beads
Posted
8:50 a.m.
Thursday
,
June
6
,
2024
Study uncovers Indigenous trade networks before European arrival
Read
more about Ancient beads
Mapping for change
Posted
8 a.m.
Tuesday
,
May
14
,
2024
Student-led mapping initiative creates resource for those facing food insecurity
Read
more about Mapping for change
Engaging with art beyond sight
Posted
2:33 p.m.
Friday
,
May
10
,
2024
UWL students enhance Winona museum exhibition accessibility with classroom project
Read
more about Engaging with art beyond sight
Locally sourced
Posted
11:08 a.m.
Wednesday
,
May
8
,
2024
UWL alumnus Benjamin Horn on the success of Free Range Exchange
Read
more about Locally sourced
More news