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 Residence Hall, on Tuesday, May 28, 2024. Construction is anticipated to be completed in Spring 2025.
Over 150 Badgers, along with their families and supporters, celebrated being the first in their families to graduate college during “Trailblazers of Tomorrow: A First-Gen Graduation Event.” The event featured remarks from Dean of Students Christina Olstad, Associate Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs Fernie Rodriguez, and fellow 2024 first-gen graduates Meghan Keefe and Lynda Huang. …
April at the University of Wisconsin–Madison marks the annual celebration of APIDA Heritage Month. This year’s theme, “Ingredients, Identities, and Intersectionality,” recognized the close connection between food and identity, particularly within the APIDA community. Much like the commonalities and differences of their foods – take kare-kare, karē and curry, for example – the people of …
As the academic year begins to close out, and the weather begins to warm up, remember to take care of yourself and each other. During these last weeks, let’s stay focused, and #FinishStrong. Here are some tips and things to keep in mind as you hit the final stretch: Study Support. #FinishStrong with help from …
Seven Badgers will be honored this year in a campus memorial celebration beginning at UW–Madison’s Carillon Bell Tower on May 3 at 11 a.m. The memorial event, hosted by the Dean of Students Office , a department within Student Affairs, is an opportunity for friends, loved ones, and the campus community to celebrate each life and legacy of Badgers who …
Throughout April, UW–Madison students have been celebrating Asian Pacific Islander Desi American (APIDA) Heritage Month. Just as ingredients come together to create unique recipes, each individual within the UW APIDA community blends different identities to enrich a collective experience. This year’s theme, “Ingredients, Identities, and Intersectionality,” puts a unique focus on the power of food …
In November 2022, in partnership with Flad Architects, the Division of Facilities Planning & Management (FP&M), and the Universities of Wisconsin, Student Affairs launched a project to create a plan for its facilities development and space use over the next 10 years. We are now seeking input on the plan’s draft recommendations through May 17, …
On April 15 Jacob Kaplan and Marcus Lustig took an audience of about 50 on a hilarious journey through their experiences touring their two-man comedy show, “Kings of Camp,” across various Jewish summer camps. After the show, Marcus and Jacob answered questions from the audience, offering insightful perspectives and valuable advice from their time in …
In 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic stopped everything in its tracks, including my hopes of attending my high school prom. I wasn’t able to get together with friends and have a fun night. Instead, all I could do was put on my sparkly blue dress that I had been thrilled to wear and stand alone in …
As a top-ranking research institution, UW–Madison is recognized as a community for students all around the globe. This spring marks 35 years of the Multicultural Student Center (MSC) serving as a home away from home for many students here at UW. Founded in 1988, the MSC was established to support the academic lives of students …