UW–Madison prepares for possible federal shutdown
A federal government shutdown may affect university research operations, though its implications depend largely on the length and the corresponding guidance provided by federal agencies.
UW students show off their creativity in their living spaces
Designing a living space that welcomes you home and is comfortable, accessible and cohesive can relieve a lot of the stress that stems from transitioning into a new location.
RISE AI Collaboration HQ to build connections and advance research, teaching and engagement
The group will catalyze research communities centered on innovative focus areas and build connections among UW–Madison’s AI community, which includes the more than 35 new RISE-AI hires and current faculty, staff and students.
UW–Madison information on Sept. 12 graffiti incident
Criminal damage to the university’s buildings and spaces — for any reason or purpose — is unacceptable and will not be tolerated.
When it comes to sustainability, UW–Madison earns STARS Gold
STARS is the most widely recognized framework in the world for publicly reporting comprehensive information related to a college or university’s sustainability performance.
Student to student: Are you better at early or late classes?
Some students struggle to get to early classes, while others like taking them to free up their schedules later. The key, according to advisors and students, is to figure out what works best for you, both academically and socially.
Welcome to a new academic year
The start of each academic year is something like a shared promise we make to learn and discover together, united by a commitment to be curious, courageous and open to new connections and fresh perspectives.
W Project: Teaching the Badger way
On Aug. 27, thousands of first-year University of Wisconsin–Madison students gathered at Camp Randall Stadium for the W Project, a crash course in the Badger spirit.
Department of Kinesiology faculty member appointed interim vice provost for teaching and learning
The vice provost for teaching and learning provides leadership and support for UW–Madison’s teaching and learning mission and serves as the faculty leader of the Division for Teaching and Learning
The best social media accounts to follow in Badgerland
These platforms are where Badgers come together to celebrate traditions, share experiences, and show off their pride. Find your favorite ways to stay connected.
Statewide prison education program aims to boost economy, reduce recidivism
A collaboration between several University of Wisconsin schools delivers college courses, certificates and degree pathways to students in person at seven correctional instutions in the state, with two more to be added this fall.
UW–Madison’s summer snapshot
Camp Randall was filled with music again, several new buildings rose up, students learned both indoors and out and research continued.
Scott announces final year as dean
School of Nursing Dean Linda D. Scott will step down from the position in June 2026 and will remain a member of the faculty. That will be the end of her 10th year, which she says is the right time to conclude her tenure.
Elizabeth Hill named UW–Madison’s director of federal relations for research
In this recently updated role, Hill will serve as a key advocate for UW–Madison’s federally funded research enterprise, working to ensure continued investment in the university’s efforts to improve lives in Wisconsin and beyond.
The Sky’s the Limit: Autistic youth explore science on their terms at STEM camp
Only three summer camps in the country give neurodivergent youth free access to science summer camps with programming tailored to their learning needs, and they’re all in Wisconsin. Due to cuts in funding from the National Science Foundation, this will likely be the last summer for the camps.
Robotic space rovers keep getting stuck. UW engineers have figured out why.
The researchers’ discovery resulted from their work on a NASA-funded project to simulate the VIPER rover, which had been planned for a lunar mission.
Satellites show that strictly protected marine areas exclude industrial fishing
Using artificial intelligence methods applied to satellite data, UW researchers found that the world’s most strongly protected marine protected areas had little-to-no industrial fishing activity.
All the world’s a stage — including Allen Centennial Garden
Shakespeare and modern jazz have bloomed in the University of Wisconsin–Madison Allen Centennial Gardens this summer along with the lilies, asters and hydrangea.
We like to move it!
Summer is the perfect time to get out and get moving on the University of Wisconsin–Madison campus. In July, everywhere you looked you could see people cycling, kayaking, sailing and playing basketball and volleyball under the summer sun.
Regents approve tuition increase for 2025-26
UW-Madison students continue to be eligible for a number of scholarships and grants that help lower the cost of attendance.