On Tuesday, September 1, all new Badgers — from incoming first-year to transfer students — are invited to join Interim Chancellor Eric Wilcots for the Fall 2026 New Student Convocation ceremony. Hosted in the Kohl Center, the event is a celebration that welcomes new University of Wisconsin–Madison students to campus and shares advice through featured speakers, …
By: Mia McCauley, Student Affairs Intern Badgers, as a graduating senior, I’ve spent four years navigating these end-of-semester weeks, and I know their importance. With warmer weather and the academic year closing, it’s time to stay focused and finish strong. Whatever your year, campus resources are here to support you. This guide highlights key tools, …
The new semester is off and running! Whether it’s your first time here or you’re planning for graduation, there is energy and opportunity in all corners of campus. Please keep in mind these people and resources to help you be well, get involved, and find your community. Staying Active Make lifelong connections at Winter Wisconsin Welcome, happening on campus …
Families from across Wisconsin and beyond gathered on campus for Family Weekend 2025. Hosted each year by UW–Madison’s Parent and Family Program, undergraduate students welcomed their loved ones to campus for three days of academic, athletic and social activities, from hockey games to community events to gatherings at the iconic Der Rathskeller.
As graduating seniors prepare to cross the stage this spring, the mood on campus is one of pride and reflection. While academic achievements are traditionally at the forefront of commencement, many students say their proudest accomplishments lie beneath the surface in the personal and mental challenges they’ve overcome.
Today is the Day! Help All Badgers Flourish Day of the Badger is here! Now’s your chance to join Badgers everywhere in celebrating and supporting UW–Madison. Here’s how you can pay it forward: Make a gift Every Badger deserves to experience a community of care, a sense of belonging, and academic and personal success. Make …
Day of the Badger, UW–Madison’s annual day of giving, is coming up on April 8-9, and it’s more than just a day to wear red and Jump Around. It’s a chance to pay it forward and support today’s students. Every Badger deserves to experience a community of care, a sense of belonging, and academic and …
Each spring, we inspire Active Badgers everywhere to get up, get outside, and get moving. Inspired by National Recreational Sports and Fitness Day, Active Badger Day is a full day of opportunities to play hard, get fit, and live well. Past activities have included healthy meals at campus dining halls, group fitness classes at various …
If you’ve ever felt sluggish, unmotivated, or just “off” during the winter months, you’re not alone. The shift in seasons may bring the “winter blues” or a more significant seasonal shift in mood known as Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). College students are especially vulnerable, as the winter months coincide with the start of a new …
UHS Mental Health Services joins the American Psychological Association (APA) in recognizing the stress the 2024 election season may cause our community. We understand that uncertainty and ambiguity can take a toll on mental health and general wellbeing. UHS Mental Health Services provides compassionate and accessible support to students at UW–Madison for no-cost. Learn more about how …