The changing chemistry of invasive death cap mushrooms
UW–Madison researchers just released a revealing study on the mushrooms behind an uptick in poisoning deaths in California.
With a gift honoring Sen. Herb Kohl’s legacy, Music Hall to be renamed and serve as future home of La Follette School
The gift from Herb Kohl Philanthropies, totaling $30 million, dedicates $10 million to support ongoing programming and $20 million for building renovations.
What I saw on the campus tour
The latest tours of UW–Madison offer new facilities to explore, fresh facts to share and increased accessibility for guests with disabilities. Student guides offer their personal perspectives.
Recent Sightings
Cheering for the champs Badger fans packed The Sett for the Olympic women’s hockey gold medal game featuring 11 current and former UW–Madison players. See more
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Are one in 200 men really related to Genghis Khan? Maybe not, according to a new study from researchers at #UWMadison.
DNA analysis provides insight into Mongol Empire’s genetics and integration with local cultures
Are one in 200 men really related to Genghis Khan? Maybe not, according to a new study from researchers at UW–Madison.
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Events calendar
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Join curator Dr. Sophie Pitman for a tour of Find Your Quilt. Discuss the quilts on view, ask questions, and explore the materials and methods in the exhibit.3:30 pm, Nancy Nicholas Hall
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UW–Madison researchers awarded prestigious Sloan Fellowships
One of the oldest of its kind, the Sloan Research Fellowship program promotes research among some of the country's best young scientists.
UW ranked No. 2 public university in the U.S. by Time magazine
The university placed 20th overall in the World’s Top Universities of 2026 analysis.
Badgers in the 2026 Winter Olympics
Follow along as 12 current and former UW women’s hockey players compete for gold in Italy.