Category: News

Togetherall brings 24/7 peer support to UW-Madison students

UW–Madison’s University Health Services (UHS) and Recreation & Wellbeing (Rec Well) haved partnered with Togetherall to provide an online, anonymous peer-support tool available for free to students. Togetherall is a clinically moderated, online peer-to-peer mental health community that reaches and empowers students from across the U.S. to anonymously seek and provide support by sharing their experiences in a safe virtual space. …

Tips for Success: Spring Break Edition 

From the stress of midterms, to unpredictable weather, we can understand that many of you are eagerly counting down the days until spring break. Well, Badgers, just like the groundhog said, early spring has arrived, and here are a few things to keep in mind for staying safe and having fun over break.  Be Safe …

Relief for Refugees: Fostering Commitment to the Community

By, Mia McCauley, Student Intern, Student Affair Middle Eastern North African (MENA) Heritage Month is in full swing here at UW. This March, the MENA Heritage Month Planning Collective wanted to dedicate an event to supporting MENA refugees in the Madison area. On March 7, more than 70 students and staff came together in the Multicultural …

Reflecting on 10 years of Black History Month at UW: A Conversation Behind the Celebration

By, Mia McCauley, Student Intern, Student Affairs Black History Month is a time to celebrate excellence and gather as a community. This month, our campus is celebrating 10 years of Black History with the theme: Legacy X. Madison student and Black History Month Planning Committee Co-Chair Jada Young reflects on the celebration, as well as …

10 years of student-led Black History Month celebrations at UW–Madison

Black History Month has been celebrated each February in the U.S. for many decades — the first official designation is credited to students and educators at Kent State University in 1970. At the University of Wisconsin–Madison, events celebrating Black History Month have also been offered through the years. In 2014, UW’s African American Student Academic …

MLK speaker: Hear the things you don’t agree with

What are you willing to fight for?”  Writer and actress Anna Deavere Smith encouraged audience members to continue the fight against racism and injustice in her keynote speech at the MLK Symposium Wednesday evening at Memorial Union’s Shannon Hall. “It’s up to us to magnify the flame and to shine the light, even as we …

Fernie Rodriguez selected as associate vice chancellor for student affairs

Fernie Rodriguez, Ph.D., will lead the Student Affairs identity and inclusion portfolio as the next associate vice chancellor for student affairs reporting directly to Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs Lori Reesor. The associate vice chancellor serves as a member of the vice chancellor’s cabinet; is a key liaison between Student Affairs and the Division of …

Peer to Peer: Resources to Help Welcome You Back

By Mia McCauley, Student Affairs Intern  After such a long hiatus, it’s understandable that you may experience an adjustment period when returning to campus. But, know that your Badger community missed you! And for those of you just joining us, we are so thrilled to welcome you onto our lovely campus. Here are some reminders …

Tips for Accessing Healthy Food Over Winter Break

Finding affordable, healthy food on campus can be difficult during winter break. With reduced hours for common dining options like The Open Seat, University Dining, and Wisconsin Union, it becomes even more important to plan ahead and find alternative resources to meet your needs. If you are struggling to find affordable food over break, consider …

Peer to Peer: Finish Strong with study tips and academic resources

Tips from UW Badger and sophomore Mia McCauley, Student Affairs Intern It’s the end of the semester, and finals are around the corner. This time of year can be stressful – a reminder there are many resources available to provide you with support to help you successfully finish out 2023 strong. Peer to peer, here …