About
The Division of Student Life comprises departments that share a common mission, vision and strategic priorities. The division’s efforts are grounded in several shared values: developing students, enhancing collaborations and partnerships, providing meaningful education and services, supporting faculty and staff across the campus, and assessing a goal of continual improvement. The interconnecting values, strategic priorities, mission and vision are further strengthened within the context of the university’s Essential Learning Outcomes and Campus Strategic Framework.
Mission
To cultivate, advance and interconnect the academic, professional, personal, and social development of students, and to champion a respectful, globally engaged and diverse university community.
Vision
To be the campus leader in inspiring students to live the Wisconsin Idea.
Strategic Priorities
The Division of Student Life is focusing energy on four priorities during the next three to five years to address our mission and guide us toward our vision of inspiring students to live the Wisconsin Idea.
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Academics
Promote and support student academic engagement, growth, and success.
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Inclusivity
Create and model environments and communities in which students feel that they belong. Aid students in developing a depth of understanding with diverse and competing perspectives and experiences.
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Self-Discovery
Cultivate opportunities where students can reflect, integrate, and act upon their Wisconsin Experience.
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Citizenship
Create conditions where students understand and act upon their personal and social responsibilities both locally and globally.
View our Commitment to a Positive Workplace Climate.
View our Organizational Chart.
Division of Student Life Departments
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Associated Students of Madison
UW–Madison’s Official Student Government
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Center for Leadership and Involvement
Resources for students to get involved and take on leadership roles on campus
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Center for the First-Year Experience
Resources for new students as they transition through their first year
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Dean of Students Office
Provides assistance and support services to students and the University community.
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International Student Services
Connecting our international and domestic student experiences
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Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgendered (LGBT) Campus Center
Strengthening an inclusive campus for LGBTQ and Allied students
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McBurney Disability Resource Center
McBurney accommodations specialists provide disability-related counseling and advising.
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Multicultural Student Center
Provides an atmosphere that promotes academic achievement and creates a sense of belonging among students of color.
