This National First-Generation Day at UW–Madison celebrates first-generation college students in our Badger community. These students contribute unique perspectives and resilience while often navigating challenges without family roadmaps. Two students, one just beginning her journey …
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A Century of Service: UW–Madison celebrates Veterans Day
By Mia McCauley, Student Intern Veterans Day at UW-Madison is a time to honor and reflect on the strength, dedication and courage of those who have served in the Armed Forces. Embodying the Wisconsin Idea …
Honoring the Past, Guiding the Future: UW–Madison Native November 2025
By Mia McCauley, Student Intern This November, the UW-Madison campus is called to reflect and reconnect with teachings that have shaped Indigenous life across generations. This year’s Native November, guided by the theme “Live the …
Celebrating Authenticity: National Coming Out Day at UW–Madison
By Mia McCauley, Student Intern During the month of October, people across the nation gather to commemorate LGBTQ+ History and National Coming Out Week through events and community gathering. Here at UW–Madison, the Gender Sexuality …
First-Generation Badgers: A Celebration of Courage, Community, and College Dreams
At UW–Madison, being the first in your family to attend college is more than a personal achievement—it’s a legacy in the making. That’s why the university proudly celebrates National First-Generation Day, honoring the resilience and …
Badgers on the Bus: Connecting the Campus Community with Confidence
By Mia McCauley, Student Intern On August 29, 2025, the Disability Cultural Center (DCC) within McBurney Disability Resource Center, hosted Badgers on the Bus, an event designed to help students become independent commuters on campus …
Interfaith Fellows Program aims to dialogue around difference: Apply to be a fellow by October 10
By Mia McCauley, Student Affairs Intern At the University of Wisconsin-Madison, fostering supportive and enriching environments is essential to students’ academic success and personal growth. On campus, students are given the opportunity to engage in …
Echoes of the APIDA Verse: Weaving Together Stories of Identity at UW–Madison
By Mia McCauley, Student Affairs Intern During April, UW–Madison takes the time to celebrate and honor the diverse intersections that compose the Asian Pacific Islander Desi American (APIDA) community on campus, through APIDA Heritage Month. …
Roots, Routes, and Reflections: Celebrating MENA Heritage Month 2025
Written by: Mia McCauley, Student Affairs Intern Every March, the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s Middle Eastern North African (MENA) Heritage Month (MENAHM) is celebrated on campus. This year, the theme, “Roots and Routes: Tracing Homelands and …
Voices in the Intersection: Celebrating Black History Month at UW-Madison
By: Mia McCauley, Student Affairs Intern This year at UW Madison, we celebrate Black History Month (BHM) through the theme, “Embracing Intersectionality: Celebrating the Rich Tapestry of Black Identity. Black History Month 2025 is set …