The Student Place of Action, Culture, and Empowerment at Western

The Student Place of Action, Culture, and Empowerment at Western The Student Place of Action, Culture, and Empowerment at Western Technical College. Located in K104

🌿 Looking for something fun, free, and family-friendly in October? Join us for Nature Saturday at The Nature Place in My...
09/15/2026

🌿 Looking for something fun, free, and family-friendly in October? Join us for Nature Saturday at The Nature Place in Myrick Park! Enjoy hands-on activities, nature crafts, and outdoor adventure from 9:30–11:30am—no registration needed; bring your curiosity and love for the outdoors!

Western families: Join us for light snacks and refreshments while you connect with the Student Parent Resource Team (SPRT). We'll offer snacks and drinks from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Stop by our table to say hello and discover the resources available to student parents.

We look forward to seeing you there!

👀✨ we may have some surprises up our sleeves! Join us for the ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the renovations!
09/11/2026

👀✨ we may have some surprises up our sleeves! Join us for the ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the renovations!

we had so much fun welcoming new students. Excited to see everyone in our new SPACE next week!
09/01/2026

we had so much fun welcoming new students. Excited to see everyone in our new SPACE next week!

Save the Date | Indigenous Peoples' DayLacrosse & Double Ball tournaments Sunday, Oct 11th at Riverside ParkCrafts, Game...
08/20/2026

Save the Date | Indigenous Peoples' Day

Lacrosse & Double Ball tournaments
Sunday, Oct 11th at Riverside Park

Crafts, Games, Vendors, Tours, Speakers
Monday, Oct 12th at Myrick

[Alt text: Save the Date graphic for Indigenous Peoples' Day 2026, Monday, October 12th at Myrick Park. Orange lettering over photos of a snowy birch forest and an autumn sunset over wooded bluffs, with a faint survey map of La Crosse behind. In collaboration with: Ho-Chunk Nation, Ho-Chunk Youth / La Crosse Youth & Learning Center, BLACK, Western Technical College, City of La Crosse Parks Recreation & Forestry, Franciscan Sisters of Perpetual Adoration, UWL Multicultural Student Services, the Nature Place, La Crosse Public Library, School District of La Crosse, La Crescent Minnesota, and UW–Madison Extension La Crosse County.]

Only two sessions remaining! Join us for the free Parenting Cafe series—a welcoming space for student-parents to connect...
08/17/2026

Only two sessions remaining! Join us for the free Parenting Cafe series—a welcoming space for student-parents to connect, share, and learn together! Hosted at Western in partnership with the Parenting Place, each session offers a free meal, childcare, and family-friendly activities. Bring your kids, enjoy a meal, and make new friends. RSVP today and be part of our caring campus community! 🪑☕🪴

*Please note: these sessions will be offered in person at our main La Crosse campus.*

RSVP here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/jqFR2bCkLa

Join us on Thursday, May 14th for the Indigenous Film Series featuring 3 short films followed by a Q&A discussion!Doors ...
05/04/2026

Join us on Thursday, May 14th for the Indigenous Film Series featuring 3 short films followed by a Q&A discussion!

Doors open at 4:30pm and films will start at 5pm after a brief introduction. Tickets are free but please RSVP through rivoli.net (link in bio)

This event is in partnership between the Ho-Chunk Nation Youth Services-La Crosse, UW Extension La Crosse County, Rivoli Theatre, Western Technical College, Franciscan Sisters of Perpetual Adoration, and the La Crosse Public Library.

Tiger (2025)
Highlights an Indigenous award-winning, internationally acclaimed artist and elder, Dana Tiger, her family, and the resurgence of the iconic Tiger t-shirt company.

Meet Me at the Creek (2024)
In order to revitalize cultural traditions, a Cherokee elder fights to restore the “irreversibly damaged” Tar Creek.

Restoring NĂŠĹĄke'emane (2021)
A documentary centered on environmentalist Damon Dunbar and his life’s work to remediate the toxic landscape of a Cheyenne and Arapaho Indian boarding school shut down in the early 1980s by the Bureau of Indian Affairs.

04/29/2026

🌟 Now Hiring: Drop-In Care Intern! 🌟

Location: YWCA La Crosse Child Center @ Western Technical College

Pay: $14/hr • Hours: Up to 20/week • Student Internship

Are you a Western Technical College student who loves working with kids and wants hands‑on experience in early childhood education or family services? We're looking for a Drop-In Care Intern to support our on-campus child care program for student parents!

✨ What You’ll Do:
• Engage and supervise children during play + learning activities
• Support teachers with daily routines and classroom prep
• Help maintain a safe, welcoming learning environment
• Assist with meals, documentation, and family communication
• Learn best practices in child development + early learning

✨ You Are:
• 18+ with HS diploma/equivalent
• Enrolled at Western Technical College
• Reliable, caring, and eager to learn
• (Bonus!) ECE coursework, experience with kids, or CPR/First Aid

This internship runs ASAP through August 30, 2026 and is a great fit for students exploring early childhood careers—or anyone excited to support student parents in their education journey.

🌈 We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and lived experiences. If the mission resonates with you, please apply—even if you don’t meet every preferred qualification!

To Apply: Email your resume and cover letter to Bobby Lith at [email protected].

🎓🚀 Graduation Launch Party 🚀🎓You’re cleared for takeoff!Celebrate your upcoming graduation with food, creativity, and ca...
04/08/2026

🎓🚀 Graduation Launch Party 🚀🎓

You’re cleared for takeoff!
Celebrate your upcoming graduation with food, creativity, and career prep at Western’s Graduation Launch Party.

- Enjoy celebratory apps
- Decorate your graduation cap
- Learn how Career Services can support you after graduation
- Pick up your Cavalier Compass stole
…and more!

Tuesday, April 21 | 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
Wednesday, April 22 | 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
in The Student Place of Action, Culture, and Empowerment at Western
Stop by, bring your grad spirit, and help us launch your next chapter!

A neon‑style graphic promoting “Family Bingo Night” with glowing pink, blue, and purple lights. The text reads: “Family ...
04/08/2026

A neon‑style graphic promoting “Family Bingo Night” with glowing pink, blue, and purple lights. The text reads: “Family Bingo Night. Join us for a fun, family night filled with bingo, food, & prizes! March 19th, 2026, 5:00–7:00 PM | Lunda Center.” Circular neon bingo letter icons decorate the background.

Find out more details here: https://engage.westerntc.edu/organization/splc

We are here at the Western Cares Free Community Clothing Event in the Lunda Center (333 7th Street N. La Crosse) until 7...
03/26/2026

We are here at the Western Cares Free Community Clothing Event in the Lunda Center (333 7th Street N. La Crosse) until 7pm! Parking is available for free anywhere on Western's campus.
We hope to see you!

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La Crosse, WI
54601

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Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

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+16087859594

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