On Jan. 19, 2026, Viterbo University students and staff honored Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy by dedicating their time to service rather than treating the day as a break from classes. The annual service initiative reflects Dr. King’s belief that justice, equality and responsibility must be practiced through action, and not just discussed in words.
This idea of fellowship is central to the Bowman Center’s purpose. “It’s a place that people can come be themselves, have a nice cup of coffee, eat some good food, do homework, and you just never know who you’re going to meet here. It can change your life,” Trietley said.
With the cold weather, short days, and heavy workloads from classes, many students begin experiencing seasonal depression. Viterbo’s Counseling Services, located on the third floor of Murphy Center, is a great resource for students experiencing these issues.
While attending university, especially for those living on campus, students may feel overwhelmed by homework, bored if left with nothing to do, or lonely. This is often the case on weekends when there are no classes. Weekends at Viterbo University, or WAVU, hosts events on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays that may help students who are experiencing any of these things.
“Since the education department’s drastic shift this school year, we have found ourselves facing and overcoming many challenges, especially with the loss of our former club advisor and many other education professors and faculty. But, with great challenge comes great responsibility,” Kalscheur said.
This semester, students are learning that clinicals offer more than just practice with technical skills. Between the excitement of new experiences and the nerves that come with hands-on care, they are discovering what it truly means to care for others.
Viterbo University kicked off a vibrant celebration of the Spanish major hosted by the English and World Languages Department in Brophy Center 123 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. on October 11, 2025.
“Noon is a busy time,” Trietley acknowledged, “but we think it’s important for our community members to, if able, set aside work and assignments and carve out time for lunch and social connection.”
