February 2010
The UW-La Crosse Alumni Association keeps you — alumni and friends — up to date on what's happening on campus. We hope you enjoy getting updated! |
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UW-L: A national leader in international ed
UW-L was awarded the 2009 U.S. Department of Commerce Export Award for its impressive international student recruiting, study abroad opportunities and international exchanges. The honor — one of only three nationally — recognizes the university for being a national leader in developing international ed programming. Since 2000, UW-L has increased international enrollment to 437 with students from 45 countries. See more at: http://edtech.uwlax.edu/blogs/news/2009/12/11/uw-l-cited-as-national-leader-in-international-student-programming/. |
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A helping hand to grad school
UW-L is now part of a national program that helps students go to graduate school. A U.S. Department of Education grant for the McNair Scholars program prepares first-generation college students from low-income families and underrepresented students for the rigors of graduate school. The program involves students with a strong academic background and a clear interest in graduate studies in research and other scholarly activities. Find out more at: www.uwlax.edu/mcnair/. |
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Pom pon alums set to re-unite!
For the first time, Marching Chiefs/Screaming Eagles Alumni Pom Pons will perform with the Alumni Band in the Oktoberfest Maple Leaf Parade. The 50th anniversary parade kicks off at 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 25, 2010. Along with marching, members will hold a reunion to rekindle friendships, support UW-L and have fun! Former Poms can get on the mailing list with Heidi Ludkey, hludkey@yahoo.com. |
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July reunion set for fraternity, sorority members from the ’60s
Greeks on campus during the ’60s will celebrate in La Crosse July 9-11, 2010. Alums of all UW-L fraternities and sororities are invited to attend events, share memories and reconnect with campus. Get details at http://www.uwlalumni.org. To volunteer, contact the Alumni Association at alumni@uwlax.edu. |
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Athletics has new Web site
Is the UW-L gymnastics team leaping to another national title? How are the men’s and women’s cagers finishing the season? Will the wrestlers finish nationally again? Keep in touch with Eagles athletics at: www.uwlathletics.com/. |
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Baseball, tennis need your support!
Following budget cuts in June, the baseball and men’s tennis programs were cut. Alumni and supporters rallied and convinced campus administration to maintain the programs if they received private funding. Funding for the 2010 seasons has been raised, but five years of sustainability for each must be garnered by May 1, 2010. Goals are $175,000 for baseball and $65,000 for tennis. Cash and pledges are being accepted by the UW-L Foundation. For more information contact tennis Coach Bill Hehli at 608.785.8676 or baseball coach Chris Schwarz at 608.785.6540 or go to www.saveuwlbaseball.com. Go, Eagles! |
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Centennial memories on DVD, online
You can take a peek at centennial events held on campus in October.
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Stay up to date with Centennial Hall progress
Catch live, up-to-the-second progress of the university’s new academic building. Click on the Web cam at: www.uwlax.edu/edtech/centennial-hall/. |
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Alumni Association has a busy calendar — get involved!
Look at the alumni events you can attend throughout the country: www.uwlalumni.org/calendar.php. |
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What’s new with you?
Recent job change? New address? Let us know and we’ll include it in an upcoming Alumnus. Provide details at: http://www.uwlalumni.org/whatsnew.htm. |
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