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“The Art of Peace” Humanities Symposium the Week of Feb. 22

The La Crosse community is invited to join Viterbo faculty, staff, and students in exploring “The Art of Peace” at the university’s annual Humanities Symposium Monday, Feb. 22 and Wednesday, Feb. 24–Friday, Feb 26.

Nominations Needed for the Spirit of St. Francis Sustainability Award

The Environmental Responsibility Committee will present the first Spirit of St. Francis Sustainability Award to a Viterbo student, employee, or group on April 25. The Spirit of St. Francis Sustainability Award is in honor of and to show stewardship related to the signing of the St.

Enter the Annual Honors Program Chili Cook-Off March 2

Have a competitive side, a killer chili recipe, or simply like to be a part of community building activities? Talk with your department or the student organization you advise about entering the Honors Chili Cook-off. 

How to Assist a Homeless Person on Campus

By Lisa Josvai, campus safety and security

Call campus safety at ext. 3911 or 608-780-1582, if:

Community Outreach

Barb Kelsey ’03, career services manager at Western Technical College, Beth Dolder-Zieke, Viterbo career services, Gail Beausoleil, career services director at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, and Karen Kouba, human resources generalist at Trane/Ingersol-Rand, gave the presentation “Starting and Maintaining a Quality Internship Program”

Outstanding Future Nurses

Congratulations to the winners of the annual Viterbo University Nightingale Nursing Scholarship Competition Feb. 5. Pictured are runner-up Amanda Hubley of Appleton, winner Lane Wohlrab of Mauston, and third place finisher Alexandra Burch of West Salem.

Ash Wednesday at San Damiano Chapel

Fr. Conrad Targonski places ashes on the forehead of a student during an Ash Wednesday service in San Damiano Chapel Feb. 10.

Service Saturdays Kicks Off Feb. 27

Viterbo’s new Service Saturdays initiative seeks to expose and connect students with one-time, reflective service opportunities in our local community. Consider encouraging students in your courses to take advantage of these service opportunities.

Student Leadership Awards Nominations Due Friday

Viterbo campus activities is seeking nominations for awards to be presented at the annual Student Leadership Recognition Banquet Monday, March 21. Consider nominating a colleague or student for these awards: Involved Faculty Member Award, Outstanding Student Leader Award, St.

Speed Mock Interview March 15

A Speed Mock Interviewing event is scheduled for 5:30–8 p.m. Tuesday, March 15 in the Fine Arts Center Lobby. The event, coordinated by career services and the alumni office, will feature alumni and local human resource volunteers facilitating interview questions for students in a speed dating format.