Graduate student Kaitlyn Jenne’s research on smoking relapse after gastric bypass surgery led to a new follow-up care protocol at Mayo Clinic and earned her a spot presenting at a national medical conference in Washington, D.C.

Excelling in both her coursework and an internship in the university’s business office, Delaney Christianson is gaining valuable real-world experience and building strong professional relationships as she prepares for a future career in the private sector.

Long dedicated to community service, Washington-Spivey pursued counseling to help expand mental health access—skills he now uses to lead and support the La Crosse community.

Four hundred-thirteen students, 287 undergraduate, 105 master’s degree, and 37 doctorate degree students, will be candidates for graduation at Viterbo University’s Spring Commencement Ceremony at 1 p.m. Saturday, May 10 at the La Crosse Center.

After nearly six years as a corrections officer, Spencer Seitz saw the deep connections between trauma, addiction, and mental illness—and the limitations of addressing them in a jail setting. Motivated to make a greater impact, the La Crosse native returned to school to pursue social work.

Some Viterbo University students made the absolute most of their time between the fall and spring semesters by participating in incredible educational experiences in Costa Rica and London.

Viterbo Associate Professor Chad Kolbe is in his 19th year of teaching the theatre professionals of tomorrow. Conservatory for the Performing Arts shows are made outstanding in large part to his work as technical director, production manager, and lighting designer.

Gordon Murphy worked full-time as a tool maker while earning his engineering degree at Viterbo, determined to expand his career opportunities. Now a manufacturing engineer at Chart Industries, he applies both hands-on experience and technical knowledge to oversee the heat transfer fins on cryogenic exchangers used in energy, aerospace, and industrial gas systems.

Sheila Severson, president’s office, was named Staff of the Year at the annual Viterbo University Rose Awards ceremony May 1. Benjamin Gonzales, theatre and musical theatre, was named the 2025 Teacher of the Year. Both are pictured with Viterbo President Rick Trietley, middle.

A chance conversation led Miranda Campbell to Viterbo’s engineering program, where she gained hands-on experience redesigning dairy equipment at GEA Farm Technologies. She hopes to continue with the company after graduating in May.