Tag Wisconsin Alumni Association
The Red Shirt makes Badgers look good and feel good
August 2, 2010Bucky Badger has been making a name for himself on the University of Wisconsin–Madison campus since he was introduced in the 1940s. And now The Red Shirt is making a name for itself as well with the new third edition.
Alumni welcome new UW–Madison students at summer celebrations
July 30, 2010University of Wisconsin–Madison alumni in 24 U.S. cities are greeting new UW students this summer to celebrate the start of the students' college experience.
Storied events planned for Homecoming 2010: Legends of Bucky Badger
July 22, 2010As University of Wisconsin–Madison alumni and fans may know, on the eve of the very first Battle for Paul Bunyan's Axe in 1948, the football trophy mysteriously went missing just like its predecessor, the Slab of Bacon.
Grandparents University celebrates 10 years at UW–Madison
July 8, 2010This summer marks the 10th anniversary of Grandparents University at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, and nearly 900 grandparents and grandchildren will be on campus as alumni bring a new generation to experience college life through two days of interactive, hands-on learning.
WAA chapters honor Badgers of the Year
July 6, 2010Paula Vandehey '86 is committed to building safe roads in her community. As director of public works for the city of Appleton, she led the recent reconstruction of Appleton's College Avenue Bridge, a project that won four state awards and a national award from the American Public Works Association.
Five UW–Madison graduates join Wisconsin Alumni Association board
June 30, 2010Five accomplished graduates of the University of Wisconsin–Madison have been named new members of the Wisconsin Alumni Association (WAA) Board of Directors.
Photo evidence proves Badger alumni show their spirit all over the world
June 8, 2010In Kurgan, Russia, 8,246 miles away from the statue of Abe Lincoln on Bascom Hill at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, a group of college students sang "On, Wisconsin!" to celebrate Badger Spirit Day on April 23.
Wisconsin Alumni Association gives $250,000 to Great People Scholarship Campaign
May 6, 2010The Wisconsin Alumni Association (WAA) has given $250,000 to the University of Wisconsin–Madison's Great People Scholarship Campaign to provide more students need-based financial aid on their path to becoming alumni.
WAA honors Kathleen Sell with Outreach Excellence Award
May 4, 2010The Wisconsin Alumni Association (WAA) has selected Kathleen Sell, a distinguished lecturer in the Department of Integrated Liberal Studies at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, as the 2010 recipient of the Ken and Linda Ciriacks Alumni Outreach Excellence Award.
“On, Wisconsin!” video contest winners announced
April 30, 2010Four members of UW Hip Hop have won the grand prize in the university's "On, Wisconsin!" YouTube video contest for their entry "On Wisconsin Remix Song."
TIP/Alumni Weekend
April 20, 2010The Wisconsin Alumni Association is hosting Alumni Weekend at the University of Wisconsin–Madison this weekend with events beginning Thursday, April 22.
Wear red to celebrate UW Spirit Day on April 23
April 20, 2010Badger spirit will be on display everywhere on Friday, April 23, 2010 as University of Wisconsin–Madison alumni and friends around the world show their support for the university on Spirit Day, part of Alumni Weekend.
Five to receive Distinguished Alumni Award honors
April 12, 2010The Wisconsin Alumni Association is honoring five University of Wisconsin–Madison graduates next week with the 2010 Distinguished Alumni Awards.
Alumni Weekend 2010 brings great food, notable grads and Badger spirit to campus
March 2, 2010It'll be this spring's biggest weekend on campus.
Forward under 40 awards honor 12 young UW–Madison alumni
March 1, 2010The Wisconsin Alumni Association has announced the winners of its annual Forward under 40 awards.
Trip to Las Vegas is ‘On, Wisconsin!’ YouTube contest prize
February 9, 2010The winners of the University of Wisconsin–Madison's "On, Wisconsin!" YouTube contest will receive two travel packages to Las Vegas to attend the Badger football game against the University of Nevada, Las Vegas on Saturday, Sept. 4.
Founders’ Day celebrations to mark UW–Madison’s birthday
January 27, 2010It’s been 161 years since the first day of class at UW–Madison. This spring, alumni and friends in about 70 cities across the country are celebrating the occasion, known as Founders’ Day, and commemorative events on campus will include a touch of history and a taste of cake.
Badger fans travel with WAA to the Champs Sports Bowl
December 7, 2009The Wisconsin Badgers are headed to the Champs Sports Bowl in Orlando, Fla., on Tuesday, Dec. 29, and loyal fans will follow the team as part of the official Wisconsin Alumni Association (WAA) bowl tour.
Community invited to UW–Madison Homecoming events
October 15, 2009The Madison-area community is invited to join the University of Wisconsin–Madison Spirit Squad, the UW Band, Bucky Badger and others as they make their way down State Street in the annual UW–Madison Homecoming parade at 6 p.m. Friday, Oct. 16.
Student engineers drive Bucky Wagon’s green makeover
October 14, 2009Badger fans always recognize the spirited Bucky Wagon by its bright-red exterior, but inside, the historic vehicle's engine is going green.