Almae Regala
(she/her/hers)
Senior
aregal75796@viterbo.edu
Orientation Group 4: VUSM100-003 - Ivy King
Hometown: Orlando, FL
Major: Nursing
Campus:
Favorite Viterbo Class: Theology of Justice and Peace w/ Sr. Laura
Favorite Einstein's menu item: Vanilla Cream Cold Brew
Favorite meal in the Caf: Tacos in the corner
Viterbo tradition: Courtyard Carni on the last day of class!
Community:
Favorite La Crosse Activity: Walking downtown with friends and doing homework in one of the many coffee shops! Specifically Grounded and the Root Note.
Pettibone Beach or the Bluffs? Bluffs
Favorite La Crosse Restaurant: The Root Note
One piece of advice for new students:
Don't be afraid to place yourself out there! It may seem scary at first, but it’s honestly worth it in the end. All it takes is a small step and even a simple hi. So go take that course, talk to that stranger, or even go to that event!
Ashlyn Cox
(she/her/hers)
Junior
acox77694@viterbo.edu
Orientation Group 7: VUSM100-007 - Joshua Lichty
Hometown: Lakeville, MN
Major: BFA Music Theatre, Minors: Dance & Arts Admin
Campus:
Favorite Viterbo Class: Text Analysis w/ Benjamin Gonzales!
Favorite Einstein's menu item: Cheese Pizza Bagel w/ Strawberry Banana smoothie (with whip!)
Favorite meal in the Caf: Taco Tuesdays duh
Viterbo tradition: Courtyard Carni
Community:
Favorite La Crosse Activity: Going to coffee shops downtown w/ friends and family
Pettibone Beach or the Bluffs? Bluffs!!
Favorite La Crosse Restaurant: Polito's
One piece of advice for new students:
Authenticity is key. Don't be afraid of being yourself and surround yourself with people that make you happy!
Braeden Jackson
(he/him)
Sophomore
bjacks80905@viterbo.edu
Orientation Group 12: VUSM100-012 - Emily Dykman/Sheila Severson
Hometown: LeClaire, Iowa
Major: BFA Music Theatre, Minors: Dance & Marketing
Campus:
Favorite Viterbo Class: MUTH Lab with Brittany Bara or Tap with Emily Craver!
Favorite Einstein's menu item: Pepperoni Pizza Bagel for sureeee
Favorite meal in the Caf: Taco Tuesdays!!
Viterbo tradition: Courtyard Carni
Community:
Favorite La Crosse Activity: Explore downtown and see a movie at the Rivoli!
Pettibone Beach or the Bluffs? Pettibone Beach
Favorite La Crosse Restaurant: Java Vino
One piece of advice for new students:
Find the time to do the things you love to do! It can get busy during the school year so make sure you find time to relax, try something new, and do the things you love!
Bryce Ertman
(he/him)
Junior
bertma78363@viterbo.edu
Orientation Group 11: VUSM100-011 - Emilio Alvarez
Hometown: Vernon Center, MN
Major: Nursing
Campus:
Favorite Viterbo Class: Any Emily Dykman class!!
Favorite Einstein's menu item: Blueberry bagel and strawberry shmeer
Favorite meal in the Caf: Stir fry from the Corner
Viterbo tradition: Courtyard Carni in May
Community:
Favorite La Crosse Activity: Go to Jule's Coffee Shop and the library
Pettibone Beach or the Bluffs? Pettibone Beach
Favorite La Crosse Restaurant: Sushi Pirate
One piece of advice for new students:
Just go to your professor's office hours.
Damian V. Morales
(he/him)
Sophomore
dmoral81447@viterbo.edu
Orientation Group 4: VUSM100-003 - Ivy King
Hometown: Toa Alta, PR
Major: Engineering
Campus:
Favorite Viterbo Class: Engineering design
Favorite Einstein's menu item: I don't go to Einstein's
Favorite meal in the Caf: Spaghetti with meatballs
Viterbo tradition: Orientation week
Community:
Favorite La Crosse Activity: Bowling on Sunday nights
Pettibone Beach or the Bluffs? Bluffs
Favorite La Crosse Restaurant: Pastissimo
One piece of advice for new students:
Be open to failure and don’t give up to soon.
Daxton Marschall
(he/him)
Junior
dmarsc79304@viterbo.edu
Orientation Group 10: VUSM100-010 - Andrew Hamilton
Hometown: Mustang, OK
Major: Engineering
Campus:
Favorite Viterbo Class: Physics
Favorite Einstein's menu item: All nighter
Favorite meal in the Caf: Steak fajitas
Viterbo tradition: Franny Fest
Community:
Favorite La Crosse Activity: Play sand volleyball with friends
Pettibone Beach or the Bluffs? Bluffs
Favorite La Crosse Restaurant: Crow
One piece of advice for new students:
Be open to meeting new people. Everyone arriving to college is in the same boat, wanting to find new friends and opportunities, so don't be afraid to talk to people!
Drew Ilg
(he/him)
Sophomore
dilg78536@viterbo.edu
Orientation Group 7: VUSM100-007 - Joshua Lichty
Hometown: Portland, Oregon
Major: Marketing
Campus:
Favorite Viterbo Class: Servant Leadership with Tom Knothe
Favorite Einstein's menu item: All Nighter with an iced mocha
Favorite meal in the Caf: Chicken Tikka Masala
Viterbo tradition: Baseball/Dance Team Halftime Show
Community:
Favorite La Crosse Activity: Go to Dale's Clothing for Men and Women
Pettibone Beach or the Bluffs? Team Pettibone
Favorite La Crosse Restaurant: Love Child
One piece of advice for new students:
Feel new experiences with an open mind.
Ella Sans Crainte
(she/her/hers)
Senior
esansc75846@viterbo.edu
Orientation Officer: Co-coordinate orientation and support Orientation leaders
Hometown: La Crosse, WI
Majors: Nursing and Spanish
Campus:
Favorite Viterbo Class: Sociology or Pathophysiology
Favorite Einstein's menu item: All Nighter Bagel
Favorite meal in the Caf: Chicken Parm
Viterbo tradition: Late Night Breakfast before finals
Community:
Favorite La Crosse Activity: Hiking the bluffs or spending time in local coffee shops
Pettibone Beach or the Bluffs? Bluffs
Favorite La Crosse Restaurant: The Crow or Senor Villa
One piece of advice for new students:
You are not meant to know everything, so take it as it comes!
Emily Newbauer
(she/her/hers)
Junior
enewba81199@viterbo.edu
Orientation Group 10: VUSM100-010 - Andrew Hamilton
Hometown: Albertville, MN
Major: Finance, Minor: Accounting
Campus:
Favorite Viterbo Class: Microeconomics
Favorite Einstein's menu item: Chocolate Chip Muffin
Favorite meal in the Caf: Pasta Bar
Viterbo tradition: the Welcome Back Bash
Community:
Favorite La Crosse Activity: Go up to the bluffs and ahng out with friends!
Pettibone Beach or the Bluffs? Bluffs
Favorite La Crosse Restaurant: Howie's
One piece of advice for new students:
Try to get involved in extra-curricular activities because it's a good way to meet new people and make friends!
Emma Schoen
(she/her/hers)
Junior
eschoe77614@viterbo.edu
Orientation Officer: Co-coordinate orientation and support Orientation leaders
Hometown: Bear Valley, WI
Major: Biochemistry, Minor: Spanish
Campus:
Favorite Viterbo Class: Biology 250: Cellular and Molecular Biology with Dr. Gabe
Favorite Einstein's menu item: Honey whole wheat bagel and strawberry shmear
Favorite meal in the Caf: Tacos
Viterbo tradition: Orientation weekend
Community:
Favorite La Crosse Activity: Grab a coffee and walk along Riverside Park
Pettibone Beach or the Bluffs? Bluffs
Favorite La Crosse Restaurant: Pettibone Beach Club
One piece of advice for new students:
Meet new people, try new things, listen, ask for help, tap into resources on Viterbo’s amazing campus, explore your interests more, and be as present as possible in every moment!!
Eryn Benson
(she/her/hers)
Sophomore
ebenso80073@viterbo.edu
Orientation Group 2: VUSM100-001Honors - Matthew Bersagel Braley
Hometown: Baraboo, WI
Major: Nursing
Campus:
Favorite Viterbo Class: Biology 114 Lab with Minda Lemke
Favorite Einstein's menu item: The All-Nighter or Chocolate Chip Cookie
Favorite meal in the Caf: Lasagna with garlic bread
Viterbo tradition: Service Saturdays or Courtyard Carni
Community:
Favorite La Crosse Activity: Go hiking or explore downtown
Pettibone Beach or the Bluffs? The Bluffs
Favorite La Crosse Restaurant: Fathead Steve's
One piece of advice for new students:
Put yourself out there and try going to different events on campus and explore what La Crosse has to offer. Also, time management is huge! Make sure you are prioritizing what you need done for class, but also finding time to relax or hangout with friends!
Grace Zinda
(she/her/hers)
Junior
gzinda78564@viterbo.edu
Orientation Group 2: VUSM100-001Honors - Matthew Bersagel Braley
Hometown: Watertown, WI
Major: Marketing, Minors: Theology & Arts Admin
Campus:
Favorite Viterbo Class: Anything Economics taught by Taylor Hanson!
Favorite Einstein's menu item: Turkey, bacon, and avocado sandwich
Favorite meal in the Caf: Tacos!!!
Viterbo tradition: Table of Plenty
Community:
Favorite La Crosse Activity: Going downtown with family or friends.
Pettibone Beach or the Bluffs? The Bluffs
Favorite La Crosse Restaurant: Rudy's Drive-In
One piece of advice for new students:
Make sure to be bold and embarrassing, college wouldn’t be the same without those moments. Create memories with the people you love, because those are the moments you will remember the most, and above all, call home more than twice a week.
Gwendolyn Mahoney
(she/her)
Sophomore
gmahon81042@viterbo.edu
Orientation Group 3: VUSM100-002 - Cari Mathwig Ramseier
Hometown: Mount Horeb, Wisconsin
Major: Neuroscience, Minors: Spanish & Psychology
Campus:
Favorite Viterbo Class: Chemistry and Choir
Favorite Einstein's menu item: Avocado Veg Out
Favorite meal in the Caf: Crispy Chicken and Roasted Veggies
Viterbo tradition: Welcome Back Bash and Courtyard Carni
Community:
Favorite La Crosse Activity: Go for a drive with friends and go on walks around town.
Pettibone Beach or the Bluffs? The Bluffs
Favorite La Crosse Restaurant: I do not go out to restaurants often, but when I do I like JavaVino.
One piece of advice for new students:
Do not be afraid to fail. It will happen and when it does, it is ok. As long as you make it a learning experience. Another tip is to form connections in your classes. This can be helpful when studying for exams and supporting each other in difficult content areas in the class.
Jaime Kelly
(she/her/hers)
Senior
jkelly75470@viterbo.edu
Orientation Group 13: No Fall 2024 VUSM100, On-Campus Transfer, and International Students
Hometown: Eau Claire, WI
Major: Biology
Campus:
Favorite Viterbo Class: Biomechanics
Favorite Einstein's menu item: Avocado Toast on an everything bagel
Favorite meal in the Caf: Chicken Taco Bowl
Viterbo tradition: Late Night Breakfast before finals
Community:
Favorite La Crosse Activity: Walking through the friendship garden and other places downtown.
Pettibone Beach or the Bluffs? The Bluffs
Favorite La Crosse Restaurant: Taqueria Pato Azul
One piece of advice for new students:
Get involved! There are so many things to do on campus like joining a club, intramural sports, group fitness, and Weekends at VU to name a few. Being active in your Viterbo community is a great way to meet new friends, learn something new you may love, and create lots of memories.
Kael Larson
(he/him/his)
Sophomore
klarso79999@viterbo.edu
Orientation Group 13: No Fall 2024 VUSM100, On-Campus Transfer, and International Students
Hometown: Reedsburg, WI
Major: Nursing
Campus:
Favorite Viterbo Class: Lifespan psychology with Dr. Hill
Favorite Einstein's menu item: Pepperoni pizza bagel and the caramel cold brew shake
Favorite meal in the Caf: Lasagna and garlic bread
Viterbo tradition: Orientation weekend, there are so many fun activities!
Community:
Favorite La Crosse Activity: Walk down by the river and through downtown. Going bowling at Pla-Mor Lanes with friends.
Pettibone Beach or the Bluffs? The bluffs because it is too cold to go to Pettibone Beach during most of the school year.
Favorite La Crosse Restaurant: The Crow or Pickerman's
One piece of advice for new students:
Get involved, Viterbo does a great job of providing many activities and opportunities for all students. I recommend trying out a few clubs, activities, intramurals, ect. College is a lot of hard work, but it can also be a lot of fun!
Kennedy Carlson
(she/her)
Junior
kcarls77747@viterbo.edu
Orientation Group 3: VUSM100-002 - Cari Mathwig Ramseier
Hometown: Lake City, MN
Major: Nursing
Campus:
Favorite Viterbo Class: Pharmacology or microbiology
Favorite Einstein's menu item: Egg sandwich with turkey sausage and plain cream cheese on a blueberry bagel...it's good, trust me
Favorite meal in the Caf: Chicken gyros or Thanksgiving
Viterbo tradition: Fall Orientation
Community:
Favorite La Crosse Activity: Watch the sunset on Grandad Bluff
Pettibone Beach or the Bluffs? Bluffs!
Favorite La Crosse Restaurant: Pickerman's
One piece of advice for new students:
Go to events! It is one of the best ways to make friends and stay connected to campus.
Lauren Mensink
(she/her)
Junior
lmensi78066@viterbo.edu
Orientation Group 6: VUSM100-006 - Jackie Herbers
Hometown: Preston, MN
Major: Nursing
Campus:
Favorite Viterbo Class: Pathophysiology
Favorite Einstein's menu item: Pizza bagel
Favorite meal in the Caf: Gyros
Viterbo tradition: President's Holiday Dinner in December
Community:
Favorite La Crosse Activity: I enjoy going for walks in the bluffs.
Pettibone Beach or the Bluffs? Bluffs
Favorite La Crosse Restaurant: Howie's
One piece of advice for new students:
Try new things and be ok with making mistakes.
Linsdey Krachey
(she/her/hers)
Senior
lkrach75472@viterbo.edu
Orientation Group 9: VUSM100-009 - Carol Hines
Hometown: Wauzeka, WI
Major: Nursing; Minor: Family Studies
Campus:
Favorite Viterbo Class: Living in a Diverse World with Lin Rauch
Favorite Einstein's menu item: Caramel Cold Brew Shake
Favorite meal in the Caf: Tacos at the corner station
Viterbo tradition: Welcome Back Bahs and Courtyard Carni!!
Community:
Favorite La Crosse Activity: Going to coffee shops with friends and going to Riverside Park!
Pettibone Beach or the Bluffs? The Bluffs
Favorite La Crosse Restaurant: Senor Villa
One piece of advice for new students: Don’t forget to enjoy where you are in the present because before you know it, graduation will be around the corner. Take advantage of all the amazing opportunities that Viterbo offers!
Madee Benda
(she/her/hers)
Senior
mbenda75617@viterbo.edu
Orientation Group 12: VUSM100-012 - Emily Dykman/Sheila Severson
Hometown: Goodhue, MN
Major: Nursing, Minor: American Sign Language
Campus:
Favorite Viterbo Class: Maternity
Favorite Einstein's menu item: Vanilla blended shake
Favorite meal in the Caf: Wraps
Viterbo tradition: Welcome Back Bash
Community:
Favorite La Crosse Activity: Walk downtown
Pettibone Beach or the Bluffs? Bluffs!
Favorite La Crosse Restaurant: Buzzard Billy's
One piece of advice for new students: Be open. You never know where you'll go or who'll be the closest to you!
Madelyn Schwartz
(she/her/hers)
Senior
mschwa76255@viterbo.edu
Orientation Group 11: VUSM100-011 - Emilio Alvarez
Hometown: Oshkosh, WI
Major: Elementary Education, Minor: Special Education
Campus:
Favorite Viterbo Class: Adolescent Psychology
Favorite Einstein's menu item: Caramel Cold Brew Shake
Favorite meal in the Caf: Chicken Nuggets
Viterbo tradition: Safe Trick-or-Treat
Community:
Favorite La Crosse Activity: Go to the bluffs at night
Pettibone Beach or the Bluffs? Bluffs
Favorite La Crosse Restaurant: The Crow
One piece of advice for new students: Have FUN! I know college can be intimidating but go to events, put yourself out there to make the most of the college experience, because it flies by.
Mason Barsness
(he/him)
Junior
mbarsn79570@viterbo.edu
Orientation Group 6: VUSM100-006 - Jackie Herbers
Hometown: Sauk Prairie, WI
Major: Psychology
Campus:
Favorite Viterbo Class: Psych 210: Human Sexuality
Favorite Einstein's menu item: Spicy Chicken Sandwich
Favorite meal in the Caf: Chili con Carne or Chicken Noodle Soup
Viterbo tradition: Courtyard Carni
Community:
Favorite La Crosse Activity: Hang out with friends
Pettibone Beach or the Bluffs? Pettibone Beach
Favorite La Crosse Restaurant: Pickerman's
One piece of advice for new students: Build a strong relationship with your professors. None of them want to see you fail. Especially if you are working hard and have a close relationship with them, they will help you find a way.
Olivia Stark
(she/her)
Junior
ostark77608@viterbo.edu
Orientation Group 5: VUSM100-005 - Meredith Mihm
Hometown: Batavia, IL
Major: Nursing
Campus:
Favorite Viterbo Class: Honors VUSM 100 or Ethics in Medicine, both taught by Matthew Bersagel-Braley
Favorite Einstein's menu item: I always get a cheesy hashbrown bagel with onion and chive shmear (it tastes like a loaded baked potato).
Favorite meal in the Caf: My favorite meal is the build-your-own pasta, which they do on Wednesdays, with mushrooms, spinach, mozzarella, and bacon in pesto sauce.
Viterbo tradition: My favorite events are either Franny Fest or the President's Dinner for the Holidays.
Community:
Favorite La Crosse Activity: Going to watch the sunset at the bluffs or by the riverside downtown. Or playing volleyball in the courtyard when the weather is nice.
Pettibone Beach or the Bluffs? Though I like the beach, I prefer the bluffs, especially the lookout on granddad's bluff during sunset! The beach can only be seasonally enjoyed while the bluffs are there year-round.
Favorite La Crosse Restaurant: Howie's on La Crosse
One piece of advice for new students: I recommend that you get involved in any activity or event you can and put yourself out there. Build your community, those are the people that will be there with you through all the rough patches of freshman year. When in doubt reach out to us, to Colin, to your professors, or to the advising staff, we are all here to help and want to see you succeed.
Sabrina Darden
(she/her)
Senior
sdarde75737@viterbo.edu
Orientation Group 5: VUSM100-005 - Meredith Mihm
Hometown: Green Bay, WI
Major: Biology
Campus:
Favorite Viterbo Class: Molecular and Cellular Biology
Favorite Einstein's menu item: One egg turkey sausage and cheddar on an everything bagel.
Favorite meal in the Caf: A wrap made by Wanda with curly fries. We'll miss you Wanda!
Viterbo tradition: Courtyard Carni
Community:
Favorite La Crosse Activity: Get coffee.
Pettibone Beach or the Bluffs? Bluffs!
Favorite La Crosse Restaurant: Taco Mex
One piece of advice for new students: Time flies by, and before you know it you will be graduating. Soak up every opportunity, engage with new people, and work hard. You can do this!
Seth Bailey
(He/Him)
Sophomore
sbaile80713@viterbo.edu
Orientation Group 1: VUSM100-001Honors - Matthew Bersagel Braley
Hometown: Chilton, WI
Major: Psychology, Minor: Marketing
Campus:
Favorite Viterbo Class: Interpersonal Communication Skills
Favorite Einstein's menu item: Spicy Chicken Sandwich
Favorite meal in the Caf: Pasta Display Cooking
Viterbo tradition: Courtyard Carni
Community:
Favorite La Crosse Activity: Be with friends
Pettibone Beach or the Bluffs? Bluffs
Favorite La Crosse Restaurant: Buzzard Billy’s
One piece of advice for new students: Talk to people outside of your classes/sports
Tomi Daly
(She/Her/Hers)
Junior
tdaly77885@viterbo.edu
Orientation Group 1: VUSM100-001Honors - Matthew Bersagel Braley
Hometown: Darlington, WI
Major: Nursing
Campus:
Favorite Viterbo Class: Any class with Lin Rauch
Favorite Einstein's menu item: Egg and bacon bagel sandwich
Favorite meal in the Caf: Any pasta dish
Viterbo tradition: Courtyard Carni
Community:
Favorite La Crosse Activity: Studying at coffee shops downtown
Pettibone Beach or the Bluffs? Pettibone beach
Favorite La Crosse Restaurant: La Verna 306
One piece of advice for new students: Get out of your comfort zone and try new things. You will have the most amazing time and meet the best and most unexpected people by getting out of your comfort zone.
Warner Ryan
(She/Her)
Sophomore
mryan78611@viterbo.edu
Orientation Group: campus-wide support
Hometown: La Crosse, WI
Major: Ethics, Culture, & Society; Minor: Sociology
Campus:
Favorite Viterbo Class: Theology
Favorite Einstein's menu item: Cinnamon sugar bagel with strawberry cream cheese!
Favorite meal in the Caf: Cheerios
Viterbo tradition: I love seeing all of our theater productions!
Community:
Favorite La Crosse Activity: Ice cream at The Pearl, then walk along the river at Riverside park
Pettibone Beach or the Bluffs? Bluffs all the way
Favorite La Crosse Restaurant: Super Street Tacos
One piece of advice for new students: Write things down!! You will forget things otherwise, I promise you.
Xavier Carnicorn
(He/him)
Sophomore
xcarni81592@viterbo.edu
Orientation Group 9: VUSM100-009 - Carol Hines
Hometown: Cincinnati, OH
Major: Musical Theatre & Music/Dance
Campus:
Favorite Viterbo Class: Musical Theatre Laboratory
Favorite Einstein's menu item: Caramel cold brew
Favorite meal in the Caf: Taco Tuesday Bowl!!
Viterbo tradition: Welcome Back Bash
Community:
Favorite La Crosse Activity: Thrifting at Goodwill.
Pettibone Beach or the Bluffs? Bluffs
Favorite La Crosse Restaurant: Cabin coffee
One piece of advice for new students: Do not be afraid to be yourself, college is that time to discover who you want to be: make mistakes, go to class!!! and of course have fun.