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Students Partner in Research that Seeks Answers in Sewage

Viterbo University biology, biochemistry, and neuroscience students are flush with opportunities to work with professors on research projects in a wide range of topics, from studying new microbial treatments for cancer to organic synthesis (creating new compounds made up of combinations of hydrogen, oxygen, nitrogen and, last but not least, carbon atoms).

Robert Van Wicklin Named Viterbo Vice President for Advancement
Robert (Bob) Van Wicklin has been named vice president for advancement at Viterbo University. He serves as a member of the president’s cabinet and oversees fundraising, benefactor and alumni relations, and scholarship creation in this senior leadership position.
Viterbo Has a New Doctor in the House: Jenny Hedrick-Erickson
Jenny Hedrick-Erickson's Viterbo journey began as undergrad nursing student. Now in her first full year as assistant dean of Viterbo's College of Nursing and Health, she recently completed work on her Viterbo Doctor of Nursing Practice degree.
Amber Weber
Staff Focus: Q&A with Amber Weber
A native of Lansing, Iowa, who graduated in 2018 from Viterbo's undergraduate nursing program, Amber Weber returned to her alma mater in spring 2023 to take on the role of health services coordinator after working as a registered nurse at Mayo Clinic Health System in La Crosse.
Jason Skoog Is a Viterbo Historian with His Own History Here
For almost 10 years, Jason Skoog ’06 has been in charge of acquiring and preserving the myriad pieces of history that tell Viterbo’s long story. That he’s the one doing it is a bit poetic, as he has a history with Viterbo himself, having earned a bachelor's degree in studio art painting (with a minor in philosophy).
Frank Gosar Makes an Adventurous and Artistic Life out of Clay
Frank Gosar '81 has so many artistic talents and interests he could have pursued, but in the end he has centered his life on pottery, "the one art form where the process was as much fun as the product.” He started Off-Center Ceramics 30 years ago in Eugene, Ore. His works will be exhibited in the University Gallery Jan. 31–March 27.
Brandon Schoonover Wants to Help Fellow Veterans, Military Families

U.S. Navy veteran Brandon Schoonover works full time as a resource and referral specialist with the department of military affairs, helping veterans access the benefits and assistance they’ve earned through their service.

Viterbo Double Major Kylie Krahn Ends on a High Note

With a mental acuity for budgeting and money management, Kylie Krahn has always sought the best deals on purchases and to make smart financial decisions. So, she decided to apply the value principle of “buy one, get one” to her college education.

Franciscan Night at Rotary Lights and Other Events Celebrate 800th Anniversary of St. Francis of Assisi's Christmas at Greccio
The roots of the nativity scene tradition go back 800 years to 1223, when St. Francis of Assisi delivered Mass in a cave chapel in Greccio, Italy. This holiday season Viterbo University joins forces with the FSPA, Franciscan Spirituality Center, and Mayo Clinic Health System to celebrate the octocentenary milestone.
Michael Quam Enlists His Gifts to Serve People with Struggles
Michael Quam worked in the banking industry, where he had a gift as a manager for improving the workplace culture. This year, he took on the task of leading fundraising efforts for the La Crosse Salvation Army, a job in which he feels like he can really make a difference in the lives of people who are struggling.