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 and the other now hitting her stride after nearly leaving, show us what it means to persist, find community, and …
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 in commitments to service and community, University Veterans Services (UVS) comes together to recognize the contributions of retired service members, …
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 Teachings as We Are Meant To,” honors the wisdom of those who came before and considers the impact of those …
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 Campus Center (GSCC) stands at the forefront of these celebrations—connecting students with resources, programs, and a network to share their …
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 determination of students who are blazing new trails in higher education. The celebration begins on Thursday, November 6, with the …
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 public transportation. In collaboration with the city of Madison Metro Transit, students were guided through five locations on campus, each …
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 meaningful discussions, become better leaders, and connect with individuals of each and every intersection. The Center for Interfaith Dialogue, within …
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. Each of these diverse identities reflects a unique individual experience, but when united to form a community, they create something …
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 Histories,” explores the traditions that have shaped the MENA region’s intersections and identities. Throughout this month, the MENA community on …
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 to honor the “collective and individualized experiences within the Black q based on identities such as ability, gender, sexuality, class, …