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When your student heads to college, there’s a whole new community to explore. We help parents find the resources they need. From UW student housing to UW off-campus apartments, we will point you to the most student-friendly housing options in La Crosse. Along with on- and off-campus housing, your student may need help finding a bank near UW, or a convenient La Crosse healthcare provider. Last but not least, you’re sure to want to visit! Whether you’re looking for a place to stay for move-in, family weekend, graduation or any time in between, we can introduce you to the best hotels and restaurants near UW campus plus share ideas for activities to enjoy with your student or on your own.
- Holiday Inn ExpressClick here to visit Holiday Inn Express»
- 608-783-6555 |
- 9409 State Rd 16 |
- Onalaska WI 54650
- Quality Inn
- 608-781-1400 |
- 1830 Rose St |
- La Crosse WI 54603
We offer a full hot breakfast, business center, fitness center, and high speed internet. Call to find out about our parent & student discounts.
Click here to visit Quality Inn» - Candlewood SuitesClick here to visit Candlewood Suites»
- 608-785-1110 |
- 56 Copeland Ave |
- La Crosse WI 54603
- US Bank
- 608-791-7202 |
- 201 Main St Ste 100 |
- La Crosse WI 54601
All of us serving you.
Click here to visit US Bank» - Governmental Employees Credit UnionClick here to visit Governmental Employees Credit Union»
- 608-785-7720 |
- 225 La Crosse St |
- La Crosse WI 54601
- Benson Management Inc
- 608-782-3776 |
- 326 West Ave N |
- La Crosse WI 54601
We are a family-owned and run real estate company with over 40 years of experience in the student and residential real estate housing market.
Click here to visit Benson Management Inc» - The Hive
- 608-519-0133 |
- 901 State St |
- La Crosse WI 54601
The Hive offers La Crosse's student population the most state-of-the-art, luxurious suites in the entire Coulee Region!
Click here to visit The Hive» - Gerrard Corporation
- 608-782-4488 |
- 420 5th Ave S. |
- La Crosse WI 54601
Campus Convenient Housing
Click here to visit Gerrard Corporation»
- GradGuard
- (866) 985-7598 |
- 3219 E Camelback Road, Suite 445 |
- Phoenix AZ 85018
GradGuard helps colleges and universities educate and protect students and families from the risks of college life.
Click here to visit GradGuard» - La Crosse Tribune
- 608-782-2400 |
- 401 N Third St |
- La Crosse WI 54601
The La Crosse Tribune has more than 105 years of service to the La Crosse Community. Our newspaper and publishing products are the premier source for news, information and advertising in the region.
Click here to visit La Crosse Tribune» - Olsten StaffingClick here to visit Olsten Staffing»
- 608-782-1100 |
- 1202 State St. |
- La Crosse WI 54601
- Career Services
- 608-785-8514 |
- 1140 Centennial Hall |
- La Crosse WI 54601
The Career Services staff takes pride in serving the students and alumni of UWL. Our goal is to help students choose a meaningful career that reflects their values, interests, and abilities.
Click here to visit Career Services» - Bob's Auto Service
- 608-782-1375 |
- 1003 W Ave S |
- La Crosse WI 54601
Bob's Auto does total auto repair.We also work with parents on decisions for repairs needed.
Click here to visit Bob's Auto Service» - First Free ChurchClick here to visit First Free Church»
- 608-782-6022 |
- 123 Mason St |
- Onalaska WI 54650
- Don's Towing & Repair
- 608-784-5872 |
- 816 Monitor St |
- La Crosse WI 54603
AAA 24 hour Towing near UW - Lax Jump starts, lockouts tires. For your Auto Repair need' M-F brakes, engine repair, oil changes, starters, free shuttle service and much more!
Click here to visit Don's Towing & Repair» - CTS Taxi
- 608-784-7700 |
- 226 Hood St |
- La Crosse WI 54601
Taxi Cab Services for the Greater La Crosse Area. We service Fort McCoy, Minneapolis, Rochester, Madison, and even Milwaukee.
Click here to visit CTS Taxi» - International Education & Engagement
- 608-785-8016 |
- 1209 Centennial |
- La Crosse WI 54601
IEE is a campus and community resource focused on supporting student success by facilitating global experiences for students, faculty, staff, and the community. We strive to support and engage cross cultural understanding through programming, teaching, learning, research, partnerships, and service opportunities.
Click here to visit International Education & Engagement» - Continuing EducationClick here to visit Continuing Education»
- 608-785-6513 |
- 1725 State St |
- La Crosse WI 54601
- QPS Employment GroupClick here to visit QPS Employment Group»
- 608-433-9655 |
- 1802 State Hwy 16 |
- La Crosse WI 54601
- Optical Fashions Eye Care Clinic
- 608-782-7127 |
- 2104 State Rd 16 |
- La Crosse WI 54601
Optical Fashions Eye Care Clinic specializes in routine and medical eye exams. We have over 2,000 frames in stock and are skilled in contact lenses. We are providers for many insurance plans and have been providing expert care for 50 years.
Click here to visit Optical Fashions Eye Care Clinic» - UW-L Student Health Center
- 608-785-8558 |
- 1300 Badger St |
- La Crosse WI 54601
UW-La Crosse Student Health Center serving students from UW-L and Western Technical CollegeHealth services including physicals, exams, vaccines, lab, x-ray, physical therapy and numerous services
Click here to visit UW-L Student Health Center» - Fantastic Sams
- 608-788-2266 |
- 4338 Mormon Coulee Rd |
- La Crosse WI 54601
Fantastic Sams Hair SalonCuts - Colors - Perms - WaxesNo Appointment needed - Just walk-ins
Click here to visit Fantastic Sams» - YMCA
- 608-782-9622 |
- 1140 Main St |
- La Crosse WI 54601
At the La Crosse Area Family YMCA, strengthening community is our cause. Every day, we work side-by-side with our neighbors to make sure that everyone, regardless of age, income or background, has the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive.
Click here to visit YMCA»
- Genzie's Gameday PubClick here to visit Genzie's Gameday Pub»
- 608-519-2898 |
- 1101 Saint Andrew St |
- La Crosse WI 54603
- Burger King
- 608-799-0019 |
- 1624 W. 18th St. |
- Chicago IL 60608
Burger KingHome of "The Whopper"
Click here to visit Burger King» - Vintage FlashbackClick here to visit Vintage Flashback»
- 608-304-3153 |
- 614 Main St |
- La Crosse WI 54601
- Texas RoadhouseClick here to visit Texas Roadhouse»
- 608-781-6002 |
- 4310 State Rd 16 |
- La Crosse WI 54601
- Genzie's Gameday PubClick here to visit Genzie's Gameday Pub»
- 608-519-2898 |
- 1101 Saint Andrew St |
- La Crosse WI 54603
- River Rocks Coffee
- 608-782-5034 |
- 332 Front St S |
- La Crosse WI 54601
La Crosse, Wisconsin's premiere specialty coffee house. Complement a great cup of coffee with some of our delicious pastries and breakfast items such as a bagel, scone, or yogurt parfait.
Click here to visit River Rocks Coffee» - Sushi Pirate
- 608-785-2288 |
- 200 Main St |
- La Crosse WI 54601
Catering, Carry out, Dine in, Lounge
Click here to visit Sushi Pirate» - Hungry Peddler
- 608-788-1895 |
- 3429 Mormon Coulee Rd |
- La Crosse WI 54601
Restaurant / Cocktails
Click here to visit Hungry Peddler» - Famous Dave's Bar-B-QClick here to visit Famous Dave's Bar-B-Q»
- 608-779-4100 |
- 3055 Highway 16 |
- La Crosse WI 54601
- Pla Mor Lanes
- 608-784-3043 |
- 807 S Fourth St |
- La Crosse WI 54601
Join us for Buck Night on Mondays featuring $1 games and nachos. Also join us on Tuesday for all you can bowl for only $6. Times listed are for open bowling. Call to join a league today!
Click here to visit Pla Mor Lanes» - People's Food Co-op
- 608-784-5798 |
- 315 Fifth Ave S |
- La Crosse WI 64601
La Crosse's locally owned grocery store. We feature local farmers and producers, whole foods, a great beer and wine selection, fresh deli, and a wonderful health, beauty and supplemental department.
Click here to visit People's Food Co-op» - Hmong's Golden Egg RollsClick here to visit Hmong's Golden Egg Rolls»
- 608-782-0096 |
- 901 State St Ste 110 |
- La Crosse WI 54601
- Senor VillaClick here to visit Senor Villa»
- 608-881-6900 |
- 325 West Ave. North Suite B & C |
- La Crosse WI 54601
- Pearl Street Brewery
- 608-784-4832 |
- 1401 Saint Andrew St |
- La Crosse WI 54603
Today we brew, bottle and keg our beers from our new home in the historic La Crosse Footwear building with our expanded 30 barrel brewery.
Click here to visit Pearl Street Brewery» - Little Caesar's PizzaClick here to visit Little Caesar's Pizza»
- 715-796-2202 |
- 1022 La Crosse St |
- La Crosse WI 54601
- Uptowne Cafe & BakeryClick here to visit Uptowne Cafe & Bakery»
- 608-535-9990 |
- 1217 Caledonia St |
- La Crosse WI 54603
- Smith's Bike ShopClick here to visit Smith's Bike Shop»
- 608-784-1175 |
- 125 7th St. N |
- La Crosse WI 54601
- The Sports Nut
- 608-784-1811 |
- 801 Rose St |
- La Crosse WI 54601
A laid back, local sports bar that serves great food. With flat screen TVs everywhere you look, The Sports Nut is your go-to spot for delicious food, incredible specials, & sports you love to watch.
Click here to visit The Sports Nut» - HuHot Mongolian GrillClick here to visit HuHot Mongolian Grill»
- 608-781-2636 |
- 3800 WI-16 |
- La Crosse WI 54601
- China Star
- 608-788-3088 |
- 4202 Mormon Coulee Rd |
- La Crosse WI 54601
China Star of La Crosse, WI offers deliciously cooked Chinese cuisine. Our restaurant serves mouthwatering dishes at reasonable prices. Enjoy the goodness of freshly made dishes every day.
Click here to visit China Star» - Lindy's Subs & Salads
- 608-785-7200 |
- 221 Main St |
- La Crosse WI 54601
Sub Shop
Click here to visit Lindy's Subs & Salads» - El Rodeo Mexican Restaurant
- 608-782-0737 |
- 115 Fifth Ave S |
- La Crosse WI 54601
El Rodeo Restaurant: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Click here to visit El Rodeo Mexican Restaurant»