Our relationships with other people have always been one of the most important factors influencing our mental health and overall wellbeing. For many, Valentine’s Day offers a special opportunity to celebrate the love, affection, and friendship we experience through the relationships in our lives. Valentine’s Day is also the perfect time to discuss safe and …
By Emma Gran Tuesday, February 1 marked the beginning of Black History Month — an annual, month-long observance created to celebrate the invaluable contributions of Black communities and recognize the systemic injustice and racism embedded in our society that has persisted over centuries and continues today. Across the nation and on the University of Wisconsin–Madison …
Welcome back to UW–Madison—we missed you! And for those newly joining us, we are excited to welcome you into our vibrant campus community. Spring semester instruction begins Tuesday, Jan. 25, but there is still plenty of time to relax and get to know the spaces and places that make our campus so lively. During the …
Dear students, The start of spring semester brings hope and new beginnings. As your dean of students, my role on campus is to help coach you through college life outside the classroom and to be your advocate. Let’s get started on spring semester! BUILD COMMUNITY — One of the best ways to start your semester …
On Jan. 25, 2022, the University of Wisconsin–Madison will welcome Nikole Hannah-Jones, Pulitzer Prize-winning creator of The 1619 Project, staff writer at The New York Times Magazine, and co-founder of the Ida B. Wells Society for Investigative Reporting as the keynote speaker for this year’s Martin Luther King Jr. Symposium. Co-sponsored annually by Student Affairs …
Guest Blog Post: Elizabeth Baldridge, Coordinator of Academic Programs, Center for the First-Year Experience, Student Affairs Finals week can feel like the most stressful time of the semester. To help you get through this week, stick to habits that help you study, destress, and maintain physical and mental well-being. Healthy habits are hard to start—and …
As the days get shorter and the weather turns colder, you may start to feel isolated, anxious, or not like your typical self. These feelings are very normal and very common: A quick reminder that you’re never alone. Staff within Student Affairs are available to help you navigate challenging times, as well as connect you …
The McBurney Center Access Awards recognize faculty, staff dedicated to building an inclusive educational community At the University of Wisconsin–Madison, every student should have an equal chance to succeed in the classroom. The McBurney Disability Resource Center has been dedicated to pursuing that vision for over 50 years — working to ensure people with disabilities …
Staying on campus for the fall break? There’s lots of ways to celebrate and enjoy these next few days around our campus community. Here are five things you can do this week: 1. Enjoy a free meal with friends. The Crossing is partnering with the Food Recovery Network and Badger Volunteers to serve free lunches …