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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.

WIAA Boys State Basketball Tournament at Kohl Center canceled

March 12, 2020

The WIAA has canceled the Boys State Basketball Tournament. The decision was made in consultation with local and state public health officials to discourage and limit large gatherings in light of the rapidly evolving COVID-19 situation.

How to stay safe online while accessing campus remotely

March 12, 2020

The Division of Information Technology has published a KnowledgeBase article with tips for securing your computer and working remotely. (This article requires NetID login…

How do I know if I need to self-quarantine?

March 12, 2020

Detailed guidance on self-quarantine.

Transportation Services operational response to COVID-19

March 12, 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…

WAA event cancellations announced

March 12, 2020

Dear UW alumni and friends, We’ve been monitoring rapidly changing conditions and new information about the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). Our highest priority…

Noon, March 12 campus update

March 12, 2020

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

Big Ten issues new statement regarding competitions

March 12, 2020

March 12, 3:24 pm statement from the Big Ten conference

Statement from UW Athletic Director Barry Alvarez

March 12, 2020

“It goes without saying that our department is taking the COVID-19 situation very seriously. The safety and well-being of our student-athletes, staff and fans is…

UW-Madison experts available for analysis on the novel coronavirus

March 12, 2020

The following UW–Madison experts are available to comment on the COVID-19 health crisis. For further information, contact National Media Specialist Veronica Rueckert national media specialist at rueckert@wisc.edu.

Gov. Evers declares public health emergency due to COVID-19

March 12, 2020

Gov. Tony Evers today declared a public health emergency in response to new cases of COVID-19, directing the Department of Health Services to use all the resources necessary to respond to and contain the outbreak.

Guidance for advising and career services staff

March 12, 2020

A statement to the campus Advising and Career Services Communities.

Big Ten Conference cancels remainder of men’s basketball tournament

March 12, 2020

Read the Big Ten's statement.

COVID-19 UW–Madison news conference video posted on YouTube

March 12, 2020

Video from the March 11, 2020 UW–Madison news conference about COVID-19 planning and response is available for viewing on YouTube.