Category: News

Four Ways Your Generosity Helps Badgers Flourish

Day of the Badger, UW–Madison’s annual day of giving, is coming up on April 8-9, and it’s more than just a day to wear red and Jump Around. It’s a chance to pay it forward and support today’s students.  Every Badger deserves to experience a community of care, a sense of belonging, and academic and …

Roots, Routes, and Reflections: Celebrating MENA Heritage Month 2025 

Written by: Mia McCauley, Student Affairs Intern Every March, the University of Wisconsin–Madison’s Middle Eastern North African (MENA) Heritage Month (MENAHM) is celebrated on campus. This year, the theme, “Roots and Routes: Tracing Homelands and Histories,” explores the traditions that have shaped the MENA region’s intersections and identities. Throughout this month, the MENA community on …

Spring Break 2025: Stay safe and have fun!

Written by: Mia McCauley, Student Affairs Intern  Spring break is just around the corner—whether you’re heading somewhere warm or staying local, however you plan to spend your spring break, we hope you have the chance to relax, reset, and recharge.  From travel tips to staying aware of your surroundings, here are some helpful reminders to …

Get ready to vote in the Spring ASM Elections March 10-12

This spring semester, UW–Madison student voters will decide on a representative for the Associated Students of Madison (ASM),  Student Council, and the Student Services Finance Committee (SSFC) beginning Monday, March 10 at 8:00 a.m. CST, until Wednesday, March 12 at 5:00 p.m. CST. By casting your vote in the spring 2025 ASM election, you take an …

Active Badger Day — Play Hard, Get Fit, and Live Well

Each spring, we inspire Active Badgers everywhere to get up, get outside, and get moving. Inspired by National Recreational Sports and Fitness Day, Active Badger Day is a full day of opportunities to play hard, get fit, and live well. Past activities have included healthy meals at campus dining halls, group fitness classes at various …

Feeling SAD? Don’t feel bad. Beat the winter blues!

If you’ve ever felt sluggish, unmotivated, or just “off” during the winter months, you’re not alone. The shift in seasons may bring the “winter blues” or a more significant seasonal shift in mood known as Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). College students are especially vulnerable, as the winter months coincide with the start of a new …

Voices in the Intersection: Celebrating Black History Month at UW-Madison

By: Mia McCauley, Student Affairs Intern  This year at UW Madison, we celebrate Black History Month (BHM) through the theme, “Embracing Intersectionality: Celebrating the Rich Tapestry of Black Identity. Black History Month 2025 is set to honor the “collective and individualized experiences within the Black q based on identities such as ability, gender, sexuality, class, …

Spring into Success: A Guide to UW Madison’s Winter Welcome Resources

By Mia McCauley, Student Reporter, Student Affairs After a long break, it’s natural to need some time to adjust to being back on campus. Know that your Badger community is here to support you every step of the way!  For those of you who are new to campus, we are thrilled to have you join …

The Final Stretch: Your Guide to Finishing the Semester Strong 

By Mia McCauley, Student Affairs Intern  As the fall semester begins to close out, temperatures start to drop, and finals fill the calendar, remember to take care of yourself and each other. While our campus transforms into a winter wonderland, let’s do our best to stay focused and enjoy these last weeks as we #FinishStrong. …

A Badger’s Guide to Food Access

By Mia McCauley, Student Affairs Intern  Sometimes staying on campus for break can be difficult, especially given the nature of holidays surrounding community and food. While this may be a comforting and exciting time for some students, it can equally be isolating and stressful for those with limited food access, which can impact a student’s …