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Caring for the health and well-being of our community

March 14, 2020

University Health Services Executive Director Jake Baggot addresses community concerns and shares information to help everyone understand their role in preventing the spread of COVID-19.

UW Varsity Band Spring Concert canceled

March 14, 2020

The 2020 UW Varsity Band Spring Concert has been canceled. Details, including information about refunds is available on the band website.

March 13 update to employees from Chancellor Blank

March 13, 2020

A message from Chancellor Blank about statewide school closings.

Campus message to international students

March 13, 2020

Message from Interim Assistant Dean/Director Samantha McCabe

Guidance to employees on telecommuting

March 13, 2020

In response to the rapidly evolving COVID-19 pandemic, the Office of Human Resources is preparing for multiple scenarios related to work flexibility for employees, including the possibility that many employees may need to telecommute.

UW–Madison responds to employee diagnosed with COVID-19

March 13, 2020

University officials are cooperating fully with Public Health Madison & Dane County and other public health officials regarding a university employee who works in the School of Veterinary Medicine building who was diagnosed with novel coronavirus infection (COVID-19).

UW–Madison responds to employee diagnosed with COVID-19

March 13, 2020

University officials are cooperating fully with Public Health Madison & Dane County and other public health officials regarding a university employee who works in the School of Veterinary Medicine building who was diagnosed with novel coronavirus infection (COVID-19).

The 2020 Wisconsin Film Festival is canceled

March 13, 2020

The 2020 Wisconsin Film Festival (WFF) is canceled out of concern for the safety of our community due to the ongoing COVID-19 outbreak. This action is consistent with public health guidance to limit non-essential large gatherings.

COVID-19: Student Support

March 13, 2020

Dear Badgers, This has been a tough week. And needless to say, this isn’t the lead-up to spring break anyone hoped for or expected. In…

Transportation Services operational response to COVID-19 (coronavirus)

March 13, 2020

Recommendations for campus operations in response to COVID-19 (coronavirus) are extremely fluid and may change at any time based on advice from local, state, and federal partners. This post will be updated with additional operational changes as more information becomes available.

Guidance to employees on telecommuting

March 13, 2020

In response to the rapidly evolving COVID-19 pandemic, the Office of Human Resources is preparing for multiple scenarios related to work flexibility for employees, including the possibility that many employees may need to telecommute.

UW Health’s daily COVID-19 update for March 13, 2020

March 13, 2020

UW Health’s message to the community on Friday, March 13, is around COVID-19 testing. The COVID-19 situation is constantly evolving, and these decisions are made with the best interest of patient, staff and community in mind.

Big Ten suspends all organized team activities until April 6

March 13, 2020

The Big Ten Conference announced today that all organized team activities have been suspended until April 6, 2020 and will be re-evaluated at that time.

UW Foundation establishes COVID-19 emergency student support fund

March 13, 2020

UW-Madison has created a new fund to support students through emergency situations related to the COVID-19 virus.

Update to campus operations

March 13, 2020

As the situation surrounding the spread of COVID-19 continues to rapidly change, UW–Madison has the following updates.

Message to international students

March 13, 2020

This is a rapidly evolving situation, and International Student Services (ISS) is working closely with campus partners to ensure that the needs of international students…

WIAA Boys Basketball Tournament Cancelled

March 13, 2020

More information on https://www.wiaawi.org/

Cher’s “Here We Go Again” Tour Postponed

March 13, 2020

With deep regret, CHER has announced the postponement of all concerts on the "Here We Go Again Tour" effective immediately.

Managing finances in tough times

March 12, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic has us all thinking about how to keep our loved ones and ourselves healthy and safe. Added to this stress is the uncertainly about economic conditions and how this may affect our personal finances, says financial capability specialist Peggy Olive.

Beware of COVID-19 phishing attempts and websites

March 12, 2020

It didn’t take long for cybercriminals to take advantage of the coronavirus panic. Research shows an uptick of registering large numbers of websites related to the COVID-19 virus and scam emails. Here are some tips to help avoid getting duped.