Life at Western
Your life at Western goes beyond the classroom, both on and off campus. You can explore support services, health and wellness resources, athletics, and volunteer opportunities. If you decide to live on campus, you’ll have a full apartment, dining services, and other conveniences to help you make the most of your college experience.
See your life at Western, from the benefits of living on campus and student resources to how to get involved with clubs, sports, and more.
You are your own person and come from your own unique life circumstances. Learn more about how you belong here.
Live, sleep, and dine right on campus! Take a look at our residence hall and requirements, meal plan details, and dining options.
You can build your community right on campus with student clubs, student government, volunteer opportunities, and more.
You are not alone at Western. Find student academic support, career planning help, and life resources to help you along the way.
Your physical and mental health and well-being are key to your success. Western students have access to the Wellness Center and more.
Whether you're a seasoned athlete searching for the perfect team or you're looking to cheer on your fellow Cavaliers, get involved with our athletics.
Western has created a community focused on safety. Our dedicated team is on the La Crosse campus 24/7, ready to be of service.
Life Beyond Campus
As a student, classes aren't the only thing on your mind. Whether you're looking to work while you're attending school or even join a club, Western has students of all kinds living their lives the way they want to.
Discover all that Western has to offer in the official viewbook. Explore our programs and career pathways, learn about athletics and student organizations, and everything else Western has to offer.
Sports & Athletics
As the official athletics teams of Western Technical College, the Cavaliers compete in a variety of programs, including baseball, volleyball, clay target, powerlifting, esports, and more. Join a team as a student-athlete, challenge yourself in an intramural sport, or attend as a spectator.
Find and attend events, browse and join organizations, and get involved on campus.
Pursue a passion, meet new people, and gain valuable skills and experiences that will help you learn, grow, and thrive on campus.
Take care of your physical and mental wellness as you pursue your degree. Western offers counseling services, a wellness center, sports facilities, and more ways to stay active.
The Student Place of Action, Culture, & Empowerment (The SPACE) offers a relaxing atmosphere to socialize, meet new folks, and study. We offer board games, free printing, snacks, and coffee.
Western is one of the only technical schools that offers on-campus housing. Get another kind of college experience by living on campus while you study.
Western's campuses are staffed with dedicated security and safety officers, and we have well-defined safety and emergency procedures.
The Union Market is your go-to for on-campus dining, from breakfast and lunch to dinner, snacks, coffee, and everything in between.
Whether you're an advanced gym-goer or looking to go for the first time, Western's fitness center is for you.
The Student Life Office provides support and services to students, including student IDs, parking and parking permits, student government, student rights and options, and MTU and SMRT bus pass.
Hours:
Monday-Thursday: 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Friday: 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.