LA CROSSE (WKBT) Students at Western Technical College know the importance of looking sharp in the workforce. Friday, they collected donations for their 10th annual "Suits for Success" drive.
Ingrid Washinawatok, which translates to “Flying Eagle Woman,” left a mark on the world through her unwavering commitment to her people and their struggles. Born in 1957, Washinawatok was a member of the Menominee Nation of Wisconsin. The termination policy, which aimed to dissolve tribal nations and strip Indigenous peoples of their sovereignty, left a deep scar on tribal communities like the Menominee, putting them into poverty and social upheaval.
The non-profit GROW La Crosse has been fostering partnerships with Western Technical College (WTC), UW Extension s Food Wise and Farm 2 School and local school districts to provide hands-on educational