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Register for the Annual Viterbo University Servant Leadership Conference at the Weber Center June 26-27
Now in its 22nd year, Viterbo University’s annual Conference on Servant Leadership will bring together professionals from across sectors to explore the power of purpose-driven leadership June 26–27 at the Weber Center for the Performing Arts.
Viterbo University Fine Arts Center Announces 2025–26 Season: Rhythm, Laughter, and Legends–A Season to Remember!
The Viterbo University Fine Arts Center welcomes audiences for its 2025–26 season. The lineup promises to inspire, entertain, and connect through the shared joy of live performance.
Kaitlyn Jenne
Viterbo Graduate Student Kaitlyn Jenne’s DNP Project Selected for National Conference
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.
Viterbo University to Host Association of Franciscan Colleges and Universities National Symposium June 4–7
More than 155 people from across the U.S. will attend the 2025 Association of Franciscan Colleges and Universities (AFCU) Symposium at Viterbo University Wednesday, June 4–Saturday, June 7.
Delaney Christianson
Accounting Major Delaney Christianson Gaining Real World Experience through Internship
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.
La Crosse Mayor Shaundel Washington-Spivey Earns Master’s Degree in Mental Health Counseling from Viterbo University
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.
"Dr. Strangelove" Featured Film of Civics and Cinema Program June 10
"Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb" will be the subject of the next Civics and Cinema event at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 10 at the Rivoli Theatre and Pizzeria in downtown La Crosse.
Viterbo University Spring Commencement at the La Crosse Center May 10
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.
Spencer Seitz
Viterbo University Social Work Graduate Spencer Seitz Ready to Help Others
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.
Study Abroad Costa Rica
Trips for the Ages
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.