Transgender Day of Remembrance is observed annually on Nov. 20. It is a day to mourn, honor, and remember the transgender people who were murdered because of their gender identity or expression. It is also a time to recognize and remember the lives cut short as a result of mistreatment by the medical system, criminal …
This Veterans Day, I’m thrilled to introduce Abbey Beem, a senior at UW–Madison who serves in both the National Guard and ROTC. She also represents Student Veterans of America – UW–Madison as a member of my Cabinet of Student Leaders. She recently joined Student Affairs’ Payton Wade and University Veteran Services Director Joe Rasmussen for …
By Emma Gran Every spring semester, University of Wisconsin–Madison students have the opportunity to elect 33 student leaders to the university’s official student governance body, the Associated Students of Madison (ASM). These elected students are tasked with representing the needs and interests of the student body, providing several student services, and allocating approximately $50 million in segregated university fees …
Celebrating #UWNativeNovember: A historic flag-raising, ‘crafternoons’, and a new position dedicated to supporting Native and Indigenous students By Emma Gran Happy National Native American Heritage Month, Badgers! On our campus and across the United States, the month of November is dedicated to recognizing and celebrating the remarkable heritage, culture, and accomplishments of Native and Indigenous …
A message from your Dean of Students Christina Olstad as you prepare for the upcoming weekend: Hello Badgers, As we head into Homecoming week and Halloween weekend, packed full of traditions, activities, and celebrations, I’d like to share a few reminders with you, our Badger team: Be smart and safe, celebrate, and show respect, so …
By Emma Gran Every day, UW transfer students bring the Wisconsin Idea to life across our campus. Their diverse experiences and skills enrich our classrooms and workspaces and provide valuable perspectives to our campus community. They deserve to be celebrated Join us in recognizing these incredible students next week during National Transfer Student Week, Oct. 18- 22. …
In the Fall of 2020, Fraternity and Sorority Life launched a campaign to create a garden plaza on campus to physically represent and honor the National Pan-Hellenic Council chapters on campus. The ground breaking for the new plaza occurred on April 24th and hope to have a public unveiling in the Spring 2022. Read more about …
Be a part of the initiative devoted to ending college student hunger By Emma Gran Join Dean of Students Office, Student Affairs, and campus partners Oct. 4 – 11, 2021 for UW–Madison’s first Swipe Out UW Swipe Drive. During the weeklong Swipe Drive, anyone using a Wiscard to make a purchase through The Wisconsin Union or University …
Hey Badgers! Now that fall semester is in full swing, now is always a good time to get information on campus resources and policies that will help you achieve success this year. If you need support finding the right resource, your Dean of Students Christina Olstad is here for you. As your official coach for …
Happy Latinx Heritage Month! From Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, our campus will be celebrating the individuality of Latinx culture, learning about the histories behind them and honoring the positive contributions of Americans whose ancestors came from Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. It’s an important period meant for focused recognition, education, and …