This August, UW–Madison was one of 80 universities selected to join the FirstGen Forward Network (formerly the Center for First-generation Student Success), based on the university’s demonstrated commitment to improving experiences and advancing success for first-generation students. …
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New Semester, New Resources: What to Know about Campus
We’re back, Badgers! The excitement and energy of a new year is all around as we welcome you to campus. Soak it all in. Whether you’re new to campus or a graduating senior, always know …
2024 Convocation Speaker Turns Fear into Purposeful Action
Written by Mia McCauley, Student Affairs Intern On Sept. 3, 2024, new students will receive an official welcome to campus during New Student Convocation. Not only do UW’s newest Badgers have the chance to experience …
The W Project: A First Glimpse into Being a Badger
Written by Mia McCauley, Student Affairs Intern While almost anyone can throw up a celebratory W, there’s much more to the Wisconsin Experience than meets the eye. Every year, thousands of new freshmen and transfer …
Learn more about Lauren Adams, BCC program coordinator and student advocate at UW
As a first generation college student, I’ve always considered myself both resourceful and responsible. For my undergraduate, I attended Loyola University of Chicago and graduated with my Bachelor’s of Arts in Women Studies, with a …
Badger Dialogues: Findings and Related Actions (2023-24)
In September 2023, Student Affairs established the Badger Dialogues event series to foster communication between campus administrators and students from a variety of backgrounds at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. Student Affairs administrators facilitated the small-group …
Dean of Students Office Changes Name to Office of Student Assistance and Support
UW-Madison’s Dean of Students Office (DoSO) is now the Office of Student Assistance and Support (OSAS). The new name was selected to reflect the office’s mission and scope of services, which have always been focused …
From Student to A.U.N.T.I.E – A conversation with ISC AUNTIE, Bobbi Skenandore
By Mia McCauley, Student Affairs Intern Last fall, UW–Madison’s Indigenous Student Center, (ISC), celebrated its 10th Native November. The events centered around the message, “Laughter is Medicine.” This theme was developed as UW–Madison’s Indigenous community …
Construction Starts on Near East Fields on May 28
University Recreation & Wellbeing at the University of Wisconsin–Madison (Rec Well) will begin construction on Near East Fields, located on the Lakeshore side of campus next to Bakke Recreation & Wellbeing Center and in front of Dejope …
Student Affairs announces 2023–24 employee awards
On May 16, 2024, employees from across Student Affairs gathered in the Great Hall at Memorial Union to celebrate their colleagues and campus partners during the annual Student Affairs Awards Ceremony and summer celebration. During opening …