By Mia McCauley, Student Affairs Intern This Native November, the University of Wisconsin Madison’s Indigenous Student Center (ISC) with the Indigenous Student Center Coalition (ISCC) announced the theme: Love Is… spotlighting a month-long celebration of Indigenous love, resilience, and community. Through a series of events and gatherings, Indigenous students, staff, and the broader community, come …
By Mia McCauley, Student Affairs Intern On Veterans Day, November 11, our campus community will gather to honor those who served– or are currently serving–in the U.S. military. In observance of Veterans Day, University Veteran Services (UVS) will begin the celebration with the Veterans Day Recognition Breakfast, welcoming all military-connected students, alumni, faculty, and staff. …
“You can dance when you’re happy, you can dance when you’re sad. Dance can help you go through life,” — Antoine Hunter On October 7, 2024, Antoine Hunter, Deaf dancer, choreographer, and advocate, also known as PurpleFireCrow, joined the University of Wisconsin–Madison community for two days of packed events, spreading a message about love and …
By Mia McCauley, Student Affairs Intern Graduating from UW–Milwaukee with a Bachelor of Fine Arts, double major in French, and minor in art history, Latine Cultural Center (LCC) Program Coordinator Natalie Ergas has knowledge and experience transcending the ordinary. Throughout her undergrad, Ergas was heavily involved with the Chancellor’s Scholarship for Diversity and Leadership, during …
By Mia McCauley, Student Affairs Intern Each September through October marks a time of special celebration on our campus: Latine Heritage Month (LHM). Hosted by the UW–Madison Latine Cultural Center, this year’s LHM theme, “Illuminating Our Voices,” aims to celebrate the vibrant art history within the Latine Community. Filled with events such as ‘Beats without …
The McBurney Disability Resource Center welcomes acclaimed Deaf dancer, choreographer, and advocate Antoine Hunter (aka PurpleFireCrow), who will visit UW–Madison for two days, ending with a free final performance and lecture on October 7, co-hosted with the Wisconsin Union Directorate (WUD) Distinguished Lecture Series (DLS) Committee. An Evening with Antoine Hunter will start with a …
During an interview with Student Affairs, Kevin Wong provides insight into his role as a program coordinator within the Multicultural Student Center (MSC). I graduated from UW–Madison in 2015 with a degree in political science. When I first graduated, I worked as a paralegal in the private sector, but I always felt myself drawn to …
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 there are teams of people and resources available to help you be well, get involved, and find community. Here are …
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 minor in Education Policy Studies. Growing up in Chicago, I saw the city as wonderfully diverse, however, my college campus …
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 worked to remain lighthearted despite the many challenges faced on campus. The month was filled with events such as keynote …