Category: Christina Olstad

In Memoriam: Remembering Our Badgers

Twenty-five Badgers will be honored this year in a campus memorial celebration beginning at UW’s Carillon Bell Tower on April 29 at 11 a.m. The memorial event, hosted by the Dean of Students Office in Student Affairs, is for families, friends, and loved ones to join in community and celebrate each life and legacy. Chief …

Finish Strong, Badgers! You’ve got this.

We’re in the homestretch! As the academic year winds down and spring is here (or trying!), remember to take care of yourself and each other. Let’s stay focused and #FinishStrong, Badgers.   Here are some tips, resources, and strategies as you hit the final stretch:  Stay on track.   #FinishStrong with help from Greater University Tutoring Service …

Why go to dean of student’s weekly office hours? Five reasons you should.

Your Dean of Students Christina Olstad holds office hours every week for all students and invites YOU to come and start a conversation. As your official coach for navigating college life outside the classroom, Dean Olstad is dedicated to serving students by listening to their stories and advocating for positive change on campus.  Head over …

Support student food security with spring Swipe Drives: March 8 and April 12

Join the Dean of Students office and campus partners on March 8 and April 12 for the University of Wisconsin–Madison’s spring semester Swipe Drives through Swipe Out Hunger, the leading nonprofit devoted to ending college student hunger in the United States. On March 8 and April 12, anyone using a Wiscard to make a purchase …

Welcome to spring semester, Badgers! We’re so glad you’re back.

Dear students, The start of spring semester brings hope and new beginnings. As your dean of students, my role on campus is to help coach you through college life outside the classroom and to be your advocate. Let’s get started on spring semester! BUILD COMMUNITY — One of the best ways to start your semester …

Fight stress with healthy habits

As the days get shorter and the weather turns colder, you may start to feel isolated, anxious, or not like your typical self. These feelings are very normal and very common: A quick reminder that you’re never alone. Staff within Student Affairs are available to help you navigate challenging times, as well as connect you …

Giving thanks and offering support

Stay safe and have fun this Homecoming/Halloween Weekend

A message from your Dean of Students Christina Olstad as you prepare for the upcoming weekend: Hello Badgers, As we head into Homecoming week and Halloween weekend, packed full of traditions, activities, and celebrations, I’d like to share a few reminders with you, our Badger team: Be smart and safe, celebrate, and show respect, so …

National Transfer Student Week is October 18-22: Let’s celebrate our UW transfers

By Emma Gran Every day, UW transfer students bring the Wisconsin Idea to life across our campus. Their diverse experiences and skills enrich our classrooms and workspaces and provide valuable perspectives to our campus community. They deserve to be celebrated Join us in recognizing these incredible students next week during National Transfer Student Week, Oct. 18- 22. …

Help Swipe Out Hunger: Oct 4-11 and beyond

Be a part of the initiative devoted to ending college student hunger By Emma Gran Join Dean of Students Office, Student Affairs, and campus partners Oct. 4 – 11, 2021 for UW–Madison’s first Swipe Out UW Swipe Drive. During the weeklong Swipe Drive, anyone using a Wiscard to make a purchase through The Wisconsin Union or University …