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New analysis of Madison housing market will inform policy decisions, help students understand options
UW–Madison officials say they’ll use the study’s key findings to guide future policy decisions and better help students find the housing that best suits their needs and budgets.
Transgender students more likely than cisgender peers to seek support from school staff, UW–Madison and NYU study finds
Mollie McQuillan, assistant professor of educational leadership and policy analysis at UW–Madison and lead author of the study, says the findings show the urgent need for adequate training for school staff on how to best support transgender youth.
Regents approve ‘Up to the Middle’ budget request
The $855 million request over two years would allow the state’s public universities to shed their ranking of 43rd of 50 states in public funding and reach the national median.
Statement by Chancellor Jennifer L. Mnookin on Universities of Wisconsin budget request
"The 2025-27 budget request passed by the Board of Regents is a critical step in ensuring that UW–Madison and the Universities of Wisconsin remain competitive."
Media advisory: UW–Madison experts address back-to-school topics
Get your backpack ready. School is almost in session. Experts from the University of Wisconsin–Madison can discuss a variety of subjects…
Even as COVID raged, spikes in homicide were a significant drag on life expectancy for Black men
While the COVID-19 pandemic quickly reversed decades of progress in closing the gap between life expectancies for Black and white people in the United…
A look back at the very Badger summer of 2024
From major research milestones to gold medals to the rite of passage known as SOAR (Student Orientation, Advising and Registration), the past few months were…
Sprucing up campus
Several University of Wisconsin–Madison workers spent late summer painting and repairing campus buildings and other facilities so they're at their best when students return for fall semester.
Sustainable tips for a successful move-in
Coordinate carefully what you need to bring to campus to avoid waste, use reusable containers like suitcases or duffel bags and make sure to recycle cardboard and plastic.
Summer at UW–Madison’s Trout Lake Station means science (mostly)
Driven by 100 years of research, a sense of community, and close regional partnerships, UW–Madison's Trout Lake Research Station offers a snapshot of Wisconsin's aquatic ecosystems, plus a little bit of fun.
Trees stripped by invasive caterpillars muster defenses that can harm native insects
New research suggests that defoliation from an invasive species could impact a whole community of other organisms via increases in toxic plant defenses, possibly contributing to the worldwide decline of insects.
Thompson named vice chancellor for University Relations
Craig Thompson, a government affairs professional with more than 30 years of experience across local, county, state and federal levels, has been appointed vice chancellor for university relations at the University of Wisconsin–Madison.
First-year UW–Madison students SOAR to new heights
At the annual, two-day summer program known as SOAR, incoming students develop an academic plan, meet fellow Badgers and explore the place they will call home for the next four years.
UW alum Laura Phillips named UW–Madison’s new director of congressional affairs
Laura Phillips, a three-time graduate of the University of Wisconsin–Madison who has spent years advancing bipartisan legislative priorities on Capitol Hill, is the university’s new director of congressional affairs.
Nasal spray flu vaccine candidate based on UW–Madison technology shows promise when administered alongside high dose annual shot
A unique influenza vaccine candidate that’s inhaled rather than injected is safe and could bolster protection against seasonal and pandemic influenza for people vulnerable to severe disease when they receive it in addition to the annual flu shot.
Fall 2024 political activity guidelines for employees, students
As election season approaches, UW–Madison provides guidelines regarding employee and student rights and restrictions regarding political campaign and public advocacy activities on campus.
2024 Reilly-Baldwin Wisconsin Idea Endowment awards granted
This year's projects and seed grants from the Reilly-Baldwin Wisconsin Idea Endowment showcase how UW–Madison faculty, staff and students collaborate with community members to enrich the lives of the people of Wisconsin and beyond.
Chancellor Mnookin, Wisconsin State Fair and Badgers everywhere
A visit to the Wisconsin State Fair means food and fun, and as Chancellor Mnookin experienced, a lot of Badger pride.
UW–Madison celebrates selection of 11 Fulbright U.S. Scholars for 2024–2025
These distinguished scholars will teach and conduct research in collaboration with institutions abroad, representing a wide spectrum of disciplines including astronomy, biology, communication sciences and disorders, engineering, English, kinesiology, law, medicine and political science.
Two deans reappointed after 5-year reviews
Albert O. Nicholas Dean of the Wisconsin School of Business Vallabh Sambamurthy and School of Pharmacy Dean Steve Swanson have agreed to accept reappointment to their positions.