Education & Schools
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Creator:
Finn, James E.
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In Deccmber of 1966, Samuel G. Gates, President of Wisconsin State University -La Crosse, denied university recognition to the Students for a Democratic Society (SDS). This action provoked a heated public controversy and a legal contest which culminated in a rathcr oblique judicial decision. In addition, considerable confusion existed as to the exact meaning of university policies concerning the effects of non-recognition. The text of this paper consists of an account of the various aspects of this controversy. This essay was written primarily from documents pertaining to the events described therein. This material was supplemented by conversations with various university officials in regard to interpretation of university policies toward SDS. Every effort was made to provide an objective account of the SDS controversy based on the information gathered. The findings of the study may be described as descriptions of the various positions and actions of the participants in the controversy. Because of the nature of the topic and the author's desire to provide a factual account of the events described, no attempt was made to draw inferences or conclusions concerning any aspect of the controversy.
UW-L Seminar Paper
UW-L Seminar Paper
Creator:
Jessesski, John T.
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In counseling Viet Nam Era Veterans, (VNEV) a generalized negative attitude was apparent, concerning aspects of college life, that was not noticeable among Pre-VNEVs. A 21-item questionnaire was mailed to a 10% random sampling of VNEVs receiving the G.I. Bill at University of Wisconsin-La Crosse (UWL). 54 questionnaires were mailed to male veterans who ranged in ages from 18 to over 30. 33 questionnaires were returned by the deadline, thus constituting a 61% return. The questionnaire was designed to assess VNEV attitudes pertaining to various aspects of campus life, including fraternities, instructors, curriculum, veteran?s services, activities and various other areas with which a VNEV might come in contact. The Variables included in the questionnaire were age, grade, and marital status, interrupted college career and service and/or combat in Viet Nam. The questionnaire was further designed to measure positive or negative attitudes using a five-point scale. The VNEVs? attitudes in all areas queried were essentially neutral, with t-test scores showing significant differences among the comparison relative to only three items: G.I. Bill benefits, compulsory physical education, and adjustment to civilian life.
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UW-L Seminar Paper
UW-L Seminar Paper
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University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
Creator:
Craker, Dana E.
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Nearly fifty percent of students may lose interest in science by the third grade, and the number of students preparing for a science-related career is declining. Several factors, including gender, expected achievement and previous science experiences could influence a student’s attitude toward science. This study analyzed the attitudes toward science of students enrolled in entry-level general education courses at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse in the areas of personal confidence, usefulness of the subject, perception of the subject as a male domain, and perception of the teacher’s attitude. Males were found to have more confidence than females, and females perceive science as a male domain more than men. Expected achievement and attitude toward science were shown to be strongly related. The number of science and math courses taken in high school has a direct impact on a student’s attitude toward science.
Published as part of the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse Journal of Undergraduate Research, Volume 9 (2006)
Published as part of the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse Journal of Undergraduate Research, Volume 9 (2006)
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University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
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University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
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“The Catalyst is an undergraduate publication for the UW-La Crosse community sponsored by the UW-La Crosse English Club. The publication showcases the creativity and talent in the UW-L community, publishing original prose (fiction and nonfiction), poetry, artwork, photography, videos, music, and more from UW-L students, faculty, and staff†(taken from The Catalyst website). This collection features 74 volumes of The Catalyst, prior to the journal going digital, beginning with volume 1, published in 1971, and ending with volume 29, published in 2008.
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University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
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Published in 1985, this booklet recaps the history of the University of Wisconsin La Crosse from a normal school for teacher education to the university it became.
Creator:
Seielstad, Mary Emmert
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The study was concerned with the development of the Campus School of the Wisconsin State University at La Crosse, from 1871 to 1970. It was the purpose of this study to: (1) describe the establishment of the Campus School; (2) explain the function and philosophy of the Campus School; (3) recount some of the challenges that were met in building a new school; (4) describe some changes made in the curriculum through the years; (5) describe a few of the extra-curricular activities; and (6) describe events at the time of writing this paper concerning the possible closing of the school. Information for this paper was gathered from both primary and secondary sources. The primary source materials included unpublished papers of the late Emery W. Leamer, director of the school from 1925 to 1952; an interview with Alice Drake, a member of the college faculty from 1931 to 1932; interviews with Elmer Lysaker, Margaret Linfeld Annett, and Barbara Emmert Tyznik, former pupils in the Campus School; and unpublished copies of the health program established in the Campus School. Other sources included copies of the La Crosse Tribune, bulletins and catalogues of Wisconsin State University at La Crosse, and clippings from various sources which were available in the La Crosse Public Library and the archives of the Murphy Library of WSU at La Crosse. The director of the Campus School, Richard E. Rasmussen, allowed the researcher to examine copies of annual reports and other papers in his files. The laboratory schools have been an integral part of the teacher-training institutions since the first normal school was built in the United States in 1823. The Campus School of the Wisconsin State University at La Crosse was established in conjunction with the college in 1909, and was located on the first floor of the one college building. The primary purpose for its establishment, as stated in 1909, was to educate children. Its other purposes were to serve as a model school and to give student teachers a place to observe teaching demonstrations, as well as an opportunity to teach. The philosophy of the Campus School was to develop happy, well-adjusted children.
UW-L Seminar Paper
UW-L Seminar Paper
Creator:
Kennedy, Eleanor M.
Description:
This writing is intended to document certain facts relating to the intent, perpetuity, and present status of what is collectively termed "alumni affairs" on the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse campus. The years covered, 1910-1976, span the progressive stages in the life of the University -its beginning as The La Crosse State Normal School to the La Crosse State Teachers College; to the Wisconsin State College -La Crosse; then to the Wisconsin State University -La Crosse; to its present designation as the University of Wisconsin -La Crosse. It is not intended that a complete composite history of all alumni activities will be recorded or that a complete accounting of all alumni gifts to the University will be represented. The main purpose of the paper is to provide some chronological data and color that will serve as a resource for further study or exploration. Of importance is the intent to give recognition to many La Crosse Normal School, College, and University alumni and faculty for extra curricular efforts and contributions to the institution. It is further intended to demonstrate that a spirit of genuine loyalty and tradition exists on this campus -now, as in the past. Information gathered in this paper may be useful to the Alumni Office and other units having contact with alumni. Both primary and secondary sources have been employed in gathering data. The area research section of the Murphy Library has been an excellent source of information. The bound volumes of The Racquet provide a complete chronological resource. The Racquet annuals have also been helpful. Additional information has come from the alumni publications that first were published in April, 1941. This paper represents what seem to be four natural divisions or separate eras. The earliest period encompasses the first years through the mid-twenties covering the original period of growth. The second era spans the mid-twenties to the early forties. The next era encompasses the early 1940's to the mid-sixties and the final period covers 1964 to the present date, 1976.
UW-L Seminar Paper
UW-L Seminar Paper
Creator:
Williams, Vera Estelle
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This study is concerned with the life and contributions of Hans C. Reuter to the field of physical education at Wisconsin State University, La Crosse and in the State of Wisconsin. Through his heritage and education at the Normal College of the American Gymnastics Union, he typifies the kind of influence which the German Turners exerted on the physical education programs in this country. Hans Reuter carried the Turner philosophy to La Crosse in 1920, where it was inculcated in the teacher training program. La Crosse was the only teacher's college in the State of Wisconsin designated for the specific purpose of training physical education teachers between the years 1912-1958. Mr. Reuter was instrumental in curriculum development and teacher training at La Crosse during the formative years and continuing through the adoption of the Master Degree program. The entire aim, purpose and object of his life has been the role of a master teacher, and through the teachers he trained, his impact was felt throughout the State of Wisconsin. His influence was also felt through his publications, lectures, demonstrations, inventions and professional leadership. Hans C. Reuter, Professor Emeritus, retired in 1956 after spending sixty-six years of his life as a physical educator.
Author:
River Architects, Inc.
Creator:
Bengston, John R.
Description:
This project will construct new space to accommodate the academic programs in the physical and life sciences at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse. The increased demand for access to the allied health professions programs at UW-L has resulted in greatly increased demand for basic courses in the physical and life sciences. In addition, instruction in the sciences is also required by other degree programs at the university. As such, the large demand for courses in the basic sciences results in greatly increased pressure on the existing laboratory facilities. This intense use of the facilities, coupled with the fact that Cowley Hall, the university's science building, was constructed over forty-five years ago, is making it increasingly problematic to deliver quality instruction. This report consists of three primary objectives-building program, pre-design concept, design, and existing building assessment.
Creator:
Skoch, Martha J.
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This biographical study is concerned with the life and contributions of Dr. David W. Hogue, Dean of Student Affairs 1968-present, to the area of student affairs at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse. The primary purpose of this study was to present the life and career of Dr. David W. Hogue through a combination of written, audio, and visual means. A video-tape recorded interview with Dr. Hogue, Dr. Reid Horle, Mrs. Sis Hogue, and the researcher was held in Dean Hogue's office with the assistance of the University of Wisconsin- La Crosse Audio-visual Department. Dean Hogue was graduated from Wisconsin State Teacher's College, La Crosse with a Bachelor of Science in Education degree and from the University of Wisconsin at Madison with a Master of Science degree in educational administration. In 1964, Dean Hogue completed his doctorate degree at the University of Northern Colorado. Eleven years of teaching and administrative experience provided him with a background of knowledge which he brought to the La Crosse campus in 1960. Dean David W. Hogue exemplified his genuine concern through his contributions to students and student affairs at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse. For twenty-six years, Dean Hogue served the University and assisted in the growth and development of the Student Affairs Unit as well as the development and implementation of the college student personnel program.
UW-L Seminar Paper
UW-L Seminar Paper
Creator:
Miller, Ronald Frank
Description:
The intent of this study was to examine the perception of African American students' experiences at the University of Wisconsin - La Crosse. This was a descriptive study attempting to identify students' perception of the campus environment, including student services, faculty and staff, and the La Crosse community.
UW-L Seminar Paper
UW-L Seminar Paper
Creator:
Marshall, Thomas
Description:
The purpose of this study was to trace the development of football at Wisconsin State University - La Crosse from it's conception in 1911 to the present. Records and statistics were omitted from the study due to necessary restrictions as to the length of the paper. The history of football at Wisconsin State University - La Crosse was arranged in four different phases. The first phase was involved with the period of time when the school was known as the Normal School. The second phase started when the Normal School became a State Teachers College and the third phase had it's conception when all of the teachers colleges became state colleges. The fourth and shortest phase is the period of time when the state colleges became state universities. This phase was barely touched upon because of the short existence of the state university system. This study attempted to find out why football was started, what kept it moving, and why it became the major sport that it is today at Wisconsin State University in La Crosse. The procedure that was used in the study was a narrative approach to the facts, with pertinent incidents brought in wherever necessary.
UW-L Seminar Paper
UW-L Seminar Paper
Creator:
Mertens, Patricia A.
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This biographical study is concerned with the life and contributions of Miss Edith J. Cartwright, Dean of Women 1941-1969, to the field of student personnel at Wisconsin State University, La Crosse. The primary purpose of this study was to present the life and career of Miss Edith J. Cartwright through a combination of audio and visual means. Video-tape recorded interviews with Miss Cartwright and with professional associates were held in the Television Studio, Florence Wing Communication Center, Wisconsin State University, La Crosse.
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UW-L Seminar Paper
UW-L Seminar Paper
Author:
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
Creator:
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
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Submitted pursuant to the National Policy Act of 1969, Public Law 81-190 and The Wisconsin Environmental Policy Act, Chapter 1.11(2)(C) Wis. Statutes. Letter of transmittal and availability statement inserted. Includes bibliographical references.
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UW-L
Author:
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
Creator:
Weihrauch, Benjamin
Description:
The goal of this project was to analyze the antiwar protest movement against the
Vietnam Conflict, 1961-1975 at Wisconsin State University-La Crosse. I used primary,
secondary, and oral sources to identify the power and participation of
WSU-L antiwar activities, how the movement organized to promote their cause,
and the challenges and opposition it faced from the conservative and/or apathetic
student body, administration, and pro-war proponents. My analysis also related the
WSU-L antiwar movement to trends and movements that occurred on a national
scale. Analysis indicated that the consistently small but dedicated group of WSU-L
antiwar protestors was nonviolent, and though students did initiate some of their
own antiwar activities, most of their prominent marches, rallies, and lobbying
movements ran in conjunction with national events and trends.
Published as part of the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse Journal of Undergraduate Research, Volume 5 (2002)
Published as part of the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse Journal of Undergraduate Research, Volume 5 (2002)
Author:
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse Foundation
Creator:
Gilkey, George R.
Description:
Written by long-time UWL History Professor George R. Gilkey, this historical account covers the beginning of the school through 1979.
Author:
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
Creator:
Arel, Joseph
Description:
This study is a primary data analysis of a survey administered to 182 introductory sociology students in the fall semester of 2003. Several factors influence whether or not a person will choose a computer-related field of study. Two dependent variables were used to test likelihood of entering a computer-related field of study. The first was reported likelihood of choosing a computer related field of study and the second asked if the respondent had ever considered entering a computer-related field of study. Overall findings confirm expectations and previous research. For females, whether or not they had played video games regularly was significantly related to considering a computer-related field of study.
Published as part of the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse Journal of Undergraduate Research, Volume 7 (2004)
Published as part of the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse Journal of Undergraduate Research, Volume 7 (2004)
Author:
Josten Company
Creator:
Williams, Eugene E.
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Wisconsin State University (La Crosse)
Creator:
Fischer, Hector N.
Description:
The purpose of this paper is to convey to the reader a history of men's track and field at La Crosse. The most notable reason for this study is to observe the strides forward that were made by La Crosse track teams and track athletes. A significant part of the study was the reasons for the established records and performances over the years.
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Richter, Troy
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1988
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Richter, Troy
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The Campus School. Why would I choose to write my seminar paper on this subject? When I first attended classes in Morris Hall, I felt that the building was different in some way, yet I couldn't put my finger on it. Then a teacher told me that it once was a laboratory school for teacher education. The odd feeling about the building came back to me. I began to realize what was different about Morris Hall. It was the ankle--high bubblers, the small chairs in the library, and yes, even the urinals that didn't seem to be at the proper height. Now, images of small children racing through the hallways filled my mind. The visions of the children and my interest in education and history lead me to choose the Campus School as my subject. I could learn more about the building, the faculty, and an outdated mode of teacher education. The building that I attended classes in was about to come to life as I pursued my research. I included several means of research for this paper. I interviewed a former teacher from the Campus School, a former director of the Campus School, and a Chancellor of the university to gain insight and information on my subject. I read various newspaper articles, books, and a Masters thesis about the Campus School. Lastly, I searched through four boxes of Campus School material. Throughout my research, I continued to visualize the children attending classes. My research was interesting, however I did not find any startling information. What I did find was an excellent school and a proud faculty.
UW-L Seminar Paper
UW-L Seminar Paper
A History of the Office of Extension Education at the University of Wisconsin - La Crosse, 1974-1982
Creator:
Knutson, Keith A.
Description:
This study is a review of the University of Wisconsin - La Crosse Extension Education course offerings, beginning in September, 1977 and continuing through December, 1982. Courses offered through Extension Education during this time period were categorized, tabulated and evaluated in order to develop an historical perspective of Extension Education activity at UWL. Assumptions and hypotheses formulated were investigated and results explicated in relation to that research. Trends in Extension Education will be interpreted, projections for future course offerings and investigation will be reviewed, and recommendations for continued Extension Education activity will be formulated.
UW-L Seminar Paper
UW-L Seminar Paper
Author:
University of Wisconsin-Madison Libraries
Description:
The History of UW-La Crosse Collection includes resources that document the history and evolution of this campus. The collection includes published material as well as archival materials and may eventually include additional books, manuscripts, sound recordings, photographs, maps and other resources deemed important to the study of our state's university system and its campuses. The materials included in this rich and growing collection were selected by librarians, scholars, and other subject specialists.
The history of the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse Health Center, with special emphasis on 1975-85
Creator:
Berquam, L. M.
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The purpose of this research was to provide a chronology of the university of Wisconsin-La Crosse Health bCenter, address the changes it has witnessed and suggest recommendations for the future of its status. the need for this research resulted from concerns pertaining to the increase in student enrollment and the budget cuts instituted for the Health Center operation. The research illustrated three era's of the Helath Center's progress, the three era's examined were 1918-1970 when the Health Center was first instituted, 1970-1978 when the Health Center was in the Grandview Building, and finally 1978-present when the Health Center was housed in the basement of Whitney Center.
UW-L Seminar Paper
UW-L Seminar Paper
Creator:
Hartman, Kristin
Author:
La Crosse Tribune
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On Friday published as: The La Crosse Tribune and Leader - Press; Teachers College Anniversary Edition, "College Observes 25th Anniversary".
Author:
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
Creator:
Larson, Gerald C.
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Master's thesis. Leon W. Miller was considered to be the "dean" of the university faculty in rears of service to Wisconsin State University - La Crosse up until his retirement in 1967. He aided greatly in the development of the Physical Education Department's outstanding reputation tor well rounded preparedness and academic excellence. During his tenure, Mr. Miller taught and participated in almost every area. He initiated competitive tennis, coached the basketball team, initiated the Alumni Bulletin, helped in the development of the Men's Intramural Athletic Association, and served as Associate Director of the Physical Education Department.
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University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
Creator:
Reckwerdt, Alexander
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In 1914 Hugh Downey was an average La Crosse State Normal School (LCSNS) student, and a stoic male role model for the other men on the university's campus. Downey's first appearance in the 1914 yearbook was in the third junior class photograph. It presents the viewer with an average looking man sitting in front of his peers, but in reality this man was far from average (see Fig. 1).2 As a member of the LCSNS's eight-man basketball team, Downey helped lead them to become the champions of the Northern Inter-Normal Conference of Wisconsin (see Fig. 2).3 Handicapped with his light weight, Downey was accredited with always being filled with grit and stamina. His smooth work and quick dodging also always kept his guards guessing.4
Published as part of the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse Journal of Undergraduate Research, Volume 8 (2005)
Published as part of the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse Journal of Undergraduate Research, Volume 8 (2005)
Author:
La Crosse State Normal School
Creator:
Howard Mumford Jones
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“The Masque of Marsh and River,†was a dramatic pageant or play written by Howard Mumford Jones and presented in Myrick Park on June 8, 1915, at 8:15 p.m. by the La Crosse Normal School. It featured dancers and music. The play’s many characters were played by adults, college students, and school children in such diverse roles as “Mortals, Spirits, Swaying Reeds, Frogs, and Bats.†This booklet contains the play program, dialog, and sepia-toned photographs of the production. This is one of Jones' early works, and he later earned a Pulitzer Prize in 1965 for general non-fiction.
Author:
Ayres Associates
Creator:
Buchli, Lisa
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"Prepared for: State of Wisconsin, Wisconsin Department of Administration, Division of State Facilities, DSF project number 0513O"
Author:
Ayres Associates
Creator:
Peotter, Ben
Creator:
Bellamy, Everett
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The purpose of this study was to determine nonintellectual and attitudinal variables involved in the high attrition rate of black students at the University of Wisconsin-LaCrosse. A questionnaire was mailed to all Black American undergraduate students and a random sample of 200 non-black undergraduates enrolled at the university fall semester, 1974, to collect biographical and attitudinal data. The total number included in the study was 34 black students and 28 non-black. The subjects were divided into four groups: black returnees, black nonreturnees, non-black nonreturnees, non-black returnees. The data obtained were tabulated and a total tally and percentages were computed for the biographical information. T-test for independent means were computed to determine if significant attitudinal differences existed between the four groups. The results indicated some significant biographical differences exist between black returnees and black non-returnees. However, no significant attitudinal differences were found between the two groups. Statistically significant differences were noted for 13 of the 21 attitudinal items when comparing black students with non-black students.
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UW-L Seminar Paper
UW-L Seminar Paper
Author:
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse Oral History Program
Description:
Ann Thomas discusses her experiences attending UWL in the 1930s. Topics include but are not limited to: Hans Reuter (temperament, syllabus, teaching methods and philosophies, inventions, relationships with colleagues, and legacy), Physical Education Department, Student teaching program, public schools, Gymnastics, Post World War II, Segregating classes by gender, academic advising, and the Physical Education newsletter.
Author:
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse Oral History Program
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Betty Warner discusses her time at UWL and her memories of Hans Reuter. Topics include but are not limited to: Reuter's UWL courses, testing, grading, student interactions, and syllabus in public schools.
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University of Wisconsin-La Crosse Oral History Program
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Brenda Lauderdale was born in Alabama, but spent most of her childhood in the Chicago area. She came to La Crosse for college. Lauderdale mostly discusses growing up in housing projects in Chicago in the 1950s and her family life. In 1975, Lauderdale enrolled in UWL, and some of her interview focuses on anti-Black racism and discrimination in La Crosse and at UWL.
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Charles Conrad was a La Crosse area resident for his whole life, born in the late 1800s and growing up on a farm just outside of the city. In his interview, he discusses subjects like: his ancestry, Indigenous peoples, education, family life, working at a saw mill and grocery store, religion, movie theaters, the Red light district, Prohibition, clamming, the Klu Klux Klan (KKK), Black families, racism, early doctors and home remedies, and the Great Depression.
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University of Wisconsin-La Crosse Oral History Program
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Ernest Gershon discusses attending the Phy. Ed. program at UWL in the mid-1900s. He speaks about being involved with gymnastics, dance, track and field, taking classes with Hans Reuter, and Reuter's impact on the university. Gershon also discusses gender roles in sports education.
Author:
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse Oral History Program
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Floyd Gautsch discusses attending the Phy. Ed. program at UWL in the mid-1900s. He speaks about being a student athlete, taking classes with Hans Reuter, and Reuter's impact on the university.
Author:
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse Oral History Program
Description:
Purcell talks about his career as a disc jockey in the 1970s and 80s. He expresses his passion for radio and working with musicians, and talks about some history with La Crosse radio and UWL radio.
Author:
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse Oral History Program
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Glen Smith's interview focuses on the physical education program at UWL and Hans Reuter. Topics include but are not limited to: Hans Reuter (contributions curriculum, readings and writings, staff interactions, opinions of, retirement, impact on students), gymnastics, and the student teaching program.
Author:
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse Oral History Program
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John Nevers primarily discusses the Physical Education program at UWL and Hans Reuter. Topics include but are not limited to: gymnastics at UWL, Hans Reuter (student interactions, class discipline, grading, demonstrations, coaching techniques, local and state involvement, staff opinions, inventions, teaching philosophy), student teaching program, dance and marching classes, gender roles, changes in the field, and public schools.
Author:
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse Oral History Program
Description:
John P. Gilbertson begins his interview by discussing his Norwegian family history. His interview largely focuses on La Crosse social life and recreation, as well as his career as a letter carrier. Topics include but are not limited to: saw mills, railroads, Coon Valley, family working-class occupations, the Great Depression, history of the La Crosse Post Office, steamboats, La Crosse Inter-State Fair, farm technology, newspaper and press industry, education in La Crosse, Wisconsin Business University, the circus, segregation from Ho-Chunk community and community racism, Bartl Brewery, anti-Black racism and interracial marriage, river and lumber industries, Goosetown, gambling houses and City policies, anti-German discrimination, WWI, automobiles, federal government, development of the La Crosse Normal School (now UW-L), Hoeschler family, medical history, Adolf Gundersen, early Ho-Chunk community members, early Black American community members, La Crosse Historical Society, Nathan Myrick, local politics, Wisconsin Progressive Movement, corruption in La Crosse Police Department, personal sentiments towards communities with different identities than his own (Indigenous, Black American, and Jewish).
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Author:
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse Oral History Program
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Kenneth and Marie Potterton discuss Han Reuter and the physical education program at UW-La Crosse. Topics include but are not limited to: Hans Reuter (description, physique, discipline, inventions, teaching methods, class standards, relationships, testing), and extracurricular activities.
Author:
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse Oral History Program
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Leon Miller primarily discusses the physical education program at UWL. Topics include but are not limited to: expansion of Physical Education program at UWL, Hans Reuter (education, teaching methods, state and national impact, influence, relationships, critics), UWL Athletic Committee, being a student and teacher, staff members in program, uniform curriculum.
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Myer Katz (b.1910 - d.1993) grew up in La Crosse in a Jewish family. He would later become a prominent local La Crosse historian. In his interview, he mostly covers topics about his family heritage. The subjects include local Jewish history and immigration, Judaism, family customs and practices, antisemitism, education experiences, and general Jewish history.
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Author:
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse Oral History Program
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Ole Jorgenson attended the La Crosse Normal School (now UWL) and was enrolled in the Physical Education program there. For much of this interview, Jorgeson discusses Hans Reuter, who was instrumental in creating a nationally-renowned Phy. Ed. program that continues today at UWL. Jorgeson also touches on topics like student life in the 1920s and the post-WWI era.
Author:
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse Oral History Program
Description:
Winter discusses his life in La Crosse, Wisconsin. He focuses on his recollections of the area that became overtaken by the expanding University of Wisconsin-La Crosse. He also describes neighborhood life and social practices.
Author:
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse Oral History Program
Description:
Hackner discusses his life in La Crosse, Wisconsin, where he became an architect's apprentice and after establishing his own business in 1953, worked on commercial and residential buildings. He details his involvement in the development of the first public housing projects in La Crosse in 1957 and also discusses La Crosse architectural developments in the 1950s.
Author:
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse Oral History Program
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Roy Randorf discusses his family background and life growing up in Wisconsin. Topics includ but are not limited to: family ancestry, education, teenage years, youth drinking culture, UW-Stevens Point, United States Army (race and discrimination, bullying, mental abuse, entertainment, living conditions, venereal disease, harassment, propaganda), trial and imprisonment for going AWOL, prison life (censorship in books, racial tensions, protesting, cigarettes, homosexuality, drugs, entertainment, psychiatrists), Vietnam War (training, deployment, impressions, racial discrimination, sex work and trafficking, guerilla warfare, bombing, relationships and communication with South Vietnamese, combat injury, wound treatment, veteran life, morale, food, medical treatment, amputees, recreational activities, discharge, PTSD), civilian life, UW-La Crosse, Computer Science Program, politicization, Young Democrats and Young Republicans, voting, politics, campus life, and student government.
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University of Wisconsin-La Crosse Oral History Program
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Terrance Collins (b. 1947) interview largely focuses on his family, early childhood in La Crosse's North Side neighborhood, his local education (Aquinas, Central, and UWL), and his career as a lawyer. Topics include but are not limited to: North Side neighborhood, Heritage Preservation Commission, Stoddard Hotel, North Side Depot, Catholicism, military service (Air Force), UW-La Crosse, professors, Vietnam War, protests, counter culture, drugs, Wisconsin and La Crosse politics, law firm (Cillins, Quillin, and Knofe)
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Author:
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse Oral History Program
Description:
Rasmusen talks of his early years in Withee, Wisconsin, college days at River Falls, and a distinguished career in education. He describes his experiences in setting up and developing the audio visual department, including the film library. He discusses university administrators and faculty including Gates, Mitchell, Lindner, Wittich, Graff and Steinhoff. Topics also discussed include: Rasmussen family, ancestry -- Family, immigration, Denmark to America, early 1900s -- Parents, first impressions of America -- Language barriers --Father, farming, Withee, Wisconsin--Occupations, siblings--Family dynamics--Earliest memories--Appendix injury -- Surgeries, infections--Father, memories of--Viggo name meaning--Religion, church attendance--Education, favorite teachers--Education, math and science--Athletics, basketball and baseball--College jobs, pharmacy work, UW-River Falls, 1936--Employment, teaching, Minong, Wisconsin--Teaching contracts, Athens, Wisconsin--Trip to Milwaukee, draft physical, late 1930s--Milwaukee, impressions of--Returning to college--Great Depression (1929-1939), effects of-Family income--Social activities--Barn dances--Baseball team--Pharmacy, impressions of--Brothers, education--Memories, drug store--River Falls, favorite professors/coworkers, 1936--Chemistry classes, stories--Social Studies minor--Attending River Falls, 1936--Teaching, changing majors--Recreation, college.
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Author:
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse Oral History Program
Description:
William Picket primarily discusses the physical education program at UW-La Cross in the mid-20th century. Topics include but are not limited to: Hans Reuter (character, inventions, teaching methods, ability, contributions, appearance), student teaching, Bob Nohr, Walter Wittich, physical education staff, Education during the Great Depression, gymnastics classes, dance classes, marching formation, student life at UW-La Crosse.
Author:
Ayres Associates
Creator:
Overocker, Meg E.
Creator:
Kenneth, Robert C.
Description:
As events and the people affecting them fade into the past, images often become blurred, ideas and emotions lose currency and depth. It is History's role to somehow capture the essences of a moment and preserve them as faithfully and objectively as possible. So often the happenings of our world are relegated to the "dustbins of history" before each variant facet is explored and recorded. Spans of hundredsor even thousands of years are constricted within terms such as "epoch", "era" or "period", and thus important data become forgotten -- or worse, only cursorily examined. In many vital ways, local history corrects the error, fills the gap and clarifies the ambiguity. This paper is an attempt at local history.
UW-L Seminar Paper
UW-L Seminar Paper
Author:
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
Creator:
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
Description:
The Racquet Newspaper Collection contains over 2,300 issues of this publication. Originally published by the La Crosse Normal School beginning in 1910, this student newspaper has stood the test of time, as it remains a paper publication on campus to this day. Written by the students and for the students for over 100 years, this collection provides unique insight into the ever-changing student population, as well as students' reactions and interpretations to local, national, and global events over the past century. New issues are added on an annual basis.
Author:
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
Creator:
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
Description:
Covering the years from 1911 through the final volume published in 1990, this collection contains 79 UWL yearbooks. Containing photographs of student life, as well as various events over the years, these yearbooks are a valuable resource for historians, researchers, and alumni, alike.
Author:
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse Foundation
Creator:
Hessel, Susan T.
Description:
Recollections derives from the memories of students and teachers of the Campus School at the University of Wisconsin-L aCrosse. The idea of this colorful volume featuring those memories emerged from an initial proposal to hold a reunion of those whose remembrances, spanning several decades, make up the story of that school and its predecessors. The Campus School, or Training School, operated on the UW-La Crosse campus from 1909-1973. The School's mission was to provide practice and supervised operation for teacher training candidates and to teach children from kindergarten through 9th grade. Written by Susan Hessel, this 140 page history of the Schools contains many personal reminiscences. In addition, it includes a timeline, a list of faculty, index, and numerous photographs.
Creator:
Johnson, Alta Verl Mackey
Description:
This was an experiment in individualizing arithmetic to (1) identify problems involved, (2) to measure children's progress, and (3) to arrive at some conclusions concerning the value of individualizinig instruction in arithmetic. The experiment was carried out with the Fifth Grade at Campus School at Wisconsin State University. An achievement test was given before and after the experiment. Records were kept by the children and teacher. During the seven months of the experiment the mean grade equivalent changed from 5.7 to 6.9. The range of difference among the twenty-siX children decreased.
UW-L Seminar Paper
UW-L Seminar Paper
Author:
Wisconsin State College (La Crosse)
Creator:
Donnell, Samuel
Description:
Hans Reuter, physical education teacher at Wisconsin State College (La Crosse) for 36 years, demonstrates the use of Indian clubs in 1968.
"Dr. McLellan"--Disc label.; Title from disc label.; Narrator, John Jenks.
1 film reel (25 min.) : sound ; 16 mm; 1 videodisc (DVD) (25 min.) : sound ; 4 3/4 in.
"Dr. McLellan"--Disc label.; Title from disc label.; Narrator, John Jenks.
1 film reel (25 min.) : sound ; 16 mm; 1 videodisc (DVD) (25 min.) : sound ; 4 3/4 in.
Creator:
Cronan, Kyle
Description:
Undergraduate paper compiled for a UWL class.
Creator:
McLoone, Robert M.
Description:
This paper was intended to determine whether or not the problems of discrimination and lack of social activities are perceived by Black students on the WSU-La Crosse campus. The findings in this study were supoorted by related studies, as well as by writings of various Black educators and students. The subjects for the study were the 44 Black students on La Crosse campus during the 1971 Spring Semester. A questionnaire was used to obtain the data. It contained forced choice, multiple choice, and open-ended questions. The thirty-nine questions were designed to acquire data on personal background and on social and academic lives of Blacks at this university. After the data were gathered, the responses were tabulated, and percentages of students responding to each alternative on the questionnaire were computed. The results of the study indicate that discrimination is perceived by Blacks and that their social activities are also somewhat impaired. The results, however, are tenuous because of the small number who responded to the questionnaire.
UW-L Seminar Paper
UW-L Seminar Paper
Author:
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
Creator:
Henry, Philip N.
Description:
A seminar paper for a masters of science. The intent of this study was to examine the attitudes of black students at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse toward student activities. The investigation was conducted during the spring semester of the 1975-76 academic year.
Author:
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
Description:
The University of Wisconsin-La Crosse is renewing its commitment to the Wisconsin Idea which is one of the longest traditions surrounding the University of Wisconsin System. The Wisconsin Idea signifies a general principle: that education should influence people's lives beyond the boundaries of the classroom. By creating a Civic Action Plan (CAP), UWL hopes to both strengthen existing and build new partnerships to provide civically engaged and authentic experiences for students while addressing critical societal issues in our greater community. The CAP encompasses the goals and action steps created for the university's "Sustaining Excellence" strategic plan.
Author:
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
Creator:
Bazett-Jones, David M.
Wigdahl, Courtney
Wigdahl, Courtney
Description:
UW-La Crosse offers many unique opportunities for students in every field. Undergraduate Research (UR) is one such opportunity at UW-L, as few other universities offer these experiences to the same extent. Through UR, students can gain practical experience in their respective fields and learn how to apply classroom knowledge to real-world situations. Recently, the importance of UR was illustrated through the allocation of funds from differential tuition. Many students have benefited from participation in UR and it is important to understand its effect here at UW-L to help students reach their full potential. Although there has been an increased concentration and emphasis put on UR, it is not known at what levels students are informed, participate, and perceive these opportunities.
The population of study was the undergraduate student body of UW-L, which consists of 8002 undergraduates. It is important to know how many students are aware of these opportunities and to what level they are informed. Student perceptions may also give helpful insight into making improvements to existing programs and reaching more students.
The purpose of this study was to gather information about student informedness, participation and perceptions of UR at UW-L. More specifically, we wished to estimate the average level of awareness on a 0 to 5 scale (0 being least aware, 5 being most aware). We were also interested in the proportion of students that have performed UR, as well as the proportion of students that have a positive view of UR versus those that have a negative view.
There were three main subpopulations of interest, categorized by year in school (by credit number), college, and by year in school within each college. By looking at year in school, we can see if there is an age and/or exposure influence. Presumably, if students have more college experience, they will more than likely be more aware of UR opportunities on campus. As older students begin to look past their undergraduate years, they may be interested in gaining research experience to make them more competitive in the job market or when applying to graduate school. Concurrently, freshmen will have less exposure to UR opportunities, thus being less informed. A student’s college affiliation may also affect the variables of interest. Students in the College of Science and Allied Health (SAH) may be more inclined to participate in UR than those in the College of Business and Administration (CBA) due to their respective curricula. There could be increased opportunities or advertising for research positions in a certain college, raising awareness and/or interest in these experiences. The combination of year in school by each college will give the most detailed information. It will allow us to look at age groups within the colleges to determine specifically what levels of interest, awareness, and participation are found for each group. For example, if freshmen in the College of Liberal Studies (CLS) have the lowest awareness but high interest, then administration can focus on getting those students involved in UR.
Published as part of the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse Journal of Undergraduate Research, Volume 7 (2004)
Published as part of the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse Journal of Undergraduate Research, Volume 7 (2004)
Author:
Information Services and Publications / University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
Description:
The viewbook provides a comprehensive overview of the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse from an undergraduate perspective. The publication covers details on academic programs and extra-curricular activities.
The viewbook is prepared by Information Services and Publications and the Admissions Office at UW-La Crosse.
The viewbook is prepared by Information Services and Publications and the Admissions Office at UW-La Crosse.
Author:
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
Creator:
Schuster, Andrea
Waldbillig, Kelly
Zahorik, Jessica
Waldbillig, Kelly
Zahorik, Jessica
Description:
The primary goal of the research was to complete the oral history of the UW-La
Crosse Health Education and Health Promotion (HEHP) Department and house it
with other university oral histories in Murphy Library. The interviews revealed a
timeline of significant changes, some unique features of the program and faculty,
and interviewees' predictions for the future of the program and the field of health
education and promotion. This information was used in creating an informational
brochure and a Microsoft Power Point presentation to be attached to the department
home page. Both will aid in marketing the program to graduate and undergraduate
students.
Published as part of the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse Journal of Undergraduate Research, Volume 5 (2002)
Published as part of the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse Journal of Undergraduate Research, Volume 5 (2002)
Author:
Wisconsin State University (La Crosse)
Creator:
Culver, Anna Beth
Description:
The career of Walter Wittich was in great measure the motivating influence which brought the Division
of Health, Physical Education, and Recreation at what is now Wisconsin State University -- La Crosse to its position of national prominence. His inclination and competence to contribute to his profession were based upon a heritage of family interest in physical training in the German tradition of the Turnverein. His driving professionalism as expressed in positive leadership, prolific writing, and earnest participation in campus and community affairs made the years he served as Director of the department ones of growth and vitality for physical education. His administration encompassed six revisions of the physical activity offerings, saw
the introduction of a four-year course in physical education, saw the acceptance of academic minors, and the establishing of a recreation major, as well as the groundwork laid for graduate studies in physical education. Under Wittich's directorship, the programs at La Crosse were characterized by their reliance on fundamental training in gymnastics and sports activities, the subordination of athletic competition to the purposes of physical education, and the instilling of truly professional attitudes and competence in students training to be teachers of physical education. The impact of his career was felt by his students, the college, the community, and the profession generally, and is exemplar of the contributions of a dedicated physical educator.