Every year, University Housing celebrates the top-performing 1% of our student employees at the Recognition of Student Employee (ROSE) Award ceremony, held during National Student Employment Week. This year, 22 students were recognized for their outstanding work performance and contributions to Housing. The 2023 ROSE Award ceremony was held on Thursday, April 13. Help us …
As we look for ways to create a better experience for our residents, we wanted to tell you about new technology we are piloting in the Gordon Dining and Event Center and Dejope. We know that with the larger than expected freshman class and food supply chains, the impact in our dining halls and seating …
The Center for Cultural Enrichment, located in Witte Residence Hall, is open to all University Housing residents and staff. Originally opened in 1974 in Sellery Residence Hall and later housed in the former Gordon Commons before moving to Witte, the CCE has always welcomed residents and staff to the space as a place where you …
What does the term “undocumented” mean? Immigrants Rising simply defines the term “undocumented” as all immigrants who reside in the United States without legal status. “Undocumented” is an overarching term that may include the following individuals: Entered without Inspection (EWI), entered with legal status but overstayed, have or previously had Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals …
Join us in welcoming many new staff to the division who started in March!
Congratulations to all of the Housing Staff that were nominated to win a 2023 Housing Employee Award for your amazing contributions to the division in 2022! Award recipients have been selected by the Housing Employee Awards Committee and notified by email. Ten awards will be presented during the Annual Housing Breakfast on May 31st. Individual …
Starting April 3, your resident dining plan has new options; you can use meal exchanges at Wisconsin Union locations and at the Babcock Dairy Store, in addition to the current meal exchange options at Housing dining locations. Here are some things to know about using your plan at Wisconsin Union locations or the Babcock Dairy …
For this week’s edition of our Inclusive Language Series, we will be taking a look at Islamophobia. Islamophobia is a term used to describe the fear, prejudice, and discrimination directed toward Islam and Muslims. It has become a growing concern in many parts of the world, leading to harmful actions towards Muslims, such as hate …
On a recent Friday evening at Memorial Union, in the midst of live music, beer and cheese curds, Tim Talen, accompanied by shy grandchildren, approached a group of students. Passing out flyers, he told the story of his son, Peter, a college student just like them. Fifteen years ago, Peter Talen, a UW-La Crosse student, …
As we approach the last months of the semester, why not make living in your room a little easier and more comfortable? You've got important finals, papers, and projects to work on soon, so let our Housing Facilities staff take care of those pesky quirks and problems in your room so you don't have to worry about them. All you have to do is submit a maintenance request!