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Wisconsin Partnership Program announces $2.4 million in Community Collaboration Grant awards
The awards will provide training and technical assistance and funding to strengthen community organizations’ ability to address health inequities in their communities.
Dean and director of Extension search begins
After nearly 50 years as part of a separate unit within the University of Wisconsin System, the Division of Extension has been reunited with UW–Madison.
Get Social: Nothing gold can stay
In this week's Get Social, check out how everyone was celebrating (or mourning) the first snowfall of the year.
Winter’s white encroaches on autumn gold
The autumn leaves on campus were still in their full golden glory when the season's first snowfall came on Oct. 29.
In year 5, University Veteran Services expands efforts to create community among military-connected Badgers
The office is undertaking its mission to support veterans and veterans' family members with several new initiatives, a new name, and its first female veteran staff member.
Quiz: Test your campus snow, ice and cold knowledge
Leaves and temperatures are dropping, and we've already had a taste of snow. How well do you know the weather in Buckyland, as well as other facts about campus?
Quiz: Test your campus snow, ice and cold knowledge (Accessible Version)
Fall Facts @UWMadison Leaves and temperatures are dropping, and we’ve already had a taste of snow. How well do you know…
For the love of bats
Amy Wray doesn’t expect everyone to love bats like she does, but the doctoral candidate in wildlife ecology hopes to help people understand how essential they are to our ecosystem. And what better time than Halloween?
Study: Higher social media engagement with marijuana marketing linked to higher rates of use
One in three youth in states with legal recreational marijuana (cannabis) engage with marijuana brands on social media, according to newly published findings.
Curtain rises on new music center
A welcome concert held in the 660-seat Mead Witter Foundation Concert Hall was one of the highlights of the opening weekend celebration for the Hamel Music Center. The center, built entirely from private funds, also includes the 300-seat Collins Recital Hall, and the Sing Man & Florence Lee/Annette Kaufman Rehearsal Hall.
For second class of Bucky’s Tuition Promise students, shock and relief at free tuition
The promise covers four years of tuition and segregated fees for any incoming freshman who is a Wisconsin resident and whose family’s annual household adjusted gross income is $58,000 or less.
Media tip sheet: Have no fear, Halloween experts are here
Scared you won't have a Halloween story? Not to worry. Experts from UW–Madison can speak on a variety of subjects related to Halloween.
In Wisconsin, 3 in 5 people with Down syndrome diagnosed with dementia by age 55
A UW–Madison researcher says the findings "show us areas where we need to invest resources in services, treatment and research.”
Message from Provost Karl Scholz
UW–Madison is one of the premier institutions of higher education and graduate students are an integral part of the world-class education, research and outreach that happens here every day. At UW–Madison, we expect faculty members to treat students with respect and to always support their educational and personal well-being.
Foreign aid leader’s visit focuses on UW partnership opportunities
As a Wisconsin native and UW alumnus, USAID Administrator Mark Green understands the breadth of expertise that exists at UW–Madison. His knowledge of the UW's academic range brought him to campus for a discussion about how USAID and the university can work together.
Makerspace masks
The UW–Madison College of Engineering's Makerspace held a workshop Oct. 24 to teach the basics of thermoforming and mold making by creating Halloween masks. Makerspace Workshops are geared toward newcomers and are open to all UW–Madison students, faculty, staff and alumni.
McBurney Center makes Forward in Access awards
The McBurney Disability Resource Center recognized partners who contribute to an inclusive campus community for students with disabilities. The McBurney Center relies on people across the university to play a role in those efforts.
A Weekend Full of Fall Activities
Welcome to the start of the spookiest season in Madison, Wisconsin. This week at UW–Madison there are going to be numerous seasonal…
Columnist Jason Gay to speak at 2019 winter commencement
In his sports and humor columns, Gay regularly shifts between irreverence and seriousness. Expect something similar at the Kohl Center this December.
Student conference aims to empower next generation of equity leaders
More than 200 high school students and their chaperones from 19 U.S. school districts will attend the MSAN Student Conference, presented by the School of Education annually to develop student leaders dedicated to ending racial disparities in achievement and opportunity.