Mentor award winners guide, inspire undergraduates
The nominations for this year’s recipients read like a textbook of great mentoring practices — meeting students where they’re at, getting to know them as scholars and individuals, and guiding their learning with just the right mix of challenge and support. Read More
UW–Madison chemistry professor Martin Zanni elected to National Academy of Sciences
Only 120 American and 30 international scientists are elected to the academy each year for what the academy describes as their distinguished and continuing achievements in original research. Read More
101 New Members join Phi Kappa Phi at UW–Madison
Phi Kappa Phi was founded in 1897 at the University of Maine by a group of students who felt a need for an honor society that would recognize excellence across the whole range of academic disciplines. Read More
Didier Contis named UW–Madison chief information officer
Contis brings more than 26 years of experience in higher education IT leadership, most recently as executive director of academic technology, innovation and research computing at the Georgia Institute of Technology. Read More
Camp Randall commencement: Sports stars. Happy tears. And so much joy.
Chancellor Jennifer L. Mnookin reminded graduates that an essential part of their UW–Madison education has been learning to find ways to connect, not disconnect, and to engage, not disengage. Read More
Graduates embody excellence and goodness at commencement
Celebratory cheers, proudly smiling faces and a sea of silly looking hats filled the Kohl Center on Friday evening as hundreds of University of Wisconsin–Madison graduate and professional degree recipients celebrated the culmination of years of work. Read More
The Green Fund: How UW–Madison students are driving a global sustainability effort
Students bring their proposals to the Green Fund staff and receive support as they turn their ideas into tangible projects. Staff assist in helping students meet with campus stakeholders, collect and analyze data, write funding proposals, implement the project and tell the story about the outcomes. Read More
From Milwaukee to Marinette, local partnerships power real solutions
Chancellor Jennifer L. Mnookin recently visited Milwaukee, Green Bay and Marinette to talk with healthcare providers, business leaders and other local partners about how the university and Wisconsin communities can work together to address pressing challenges and create new opportunities. Read More
Golden named director of Office of Strategic Consulting
In her role, Golden will provide strategic direction for the Office of Strategic Consulting, engage directly with campus leadership in strategic planning, and serve as a member of the Provost’s leadership cabinet. Read More
Owczarek to lead Enrollment Management
Owczarek, whose career in higher education spans over a quarter century, has served as University Registrar since 2011 and assumed the responsibilities of the Associate Vice Provost role in 2020. He also previously served as interim financial aid director. Read More
UW–Madison to celebrate Spring 2025 Commencement this weekend
The university anticipates that a total of 9,424 students will earn degrees, including 6,982 bachelor’s degrees, 1,511 master’s degrees, 913 PhDs and 18 educational specialist degrees. Read More
2025 Chancellor’s Undergraduate Awards Ceremony recognizes 190 outstanding students
“Students, today is about recognizing and celebrating the dedication, vision, and just plain hard work that have brought you to this moment,” said Provost Charles Isbell, who co-hosted the ceremony with John Zumbrunnen, vice provost for teaching and learning. Read More
Raines Lucas, Jenna Seidl named winners of 2025 Herfurth-Kubly Awards
The awards, among the oldest and most prestigious on campus, are given annually to two seniors who have made the most effective use of their time at UW–Madison. Read More
44 faculty honored with Vilas professorships and awards
Extraordinary members of the University of Wisconsin–Madison faculty and staff have been honored during the last year with awards supported by the estate of professor, U.S. Senator and UW Regent William F. Vilas (1840-1908). Read More
245 students inducted into Phi Beta Kappa
The ΦΒΚ chapter at UW–Madison was founded in 1899 and honors students who rigorously explore the sciences, arts and humanities. Read More
Percival Everett’s ‘James’ chosen as 2025-26 Go Big Read book
The book reimagines Mark Twain’s 1884 classic, “The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn,” from the perspective of Huck’s companion, Jim, as the pair share adventure on the Mississippi River, not long after Jim has escaped slavery. Read More
Entrepreneur award winners turn ideas into impact — from farming to fashion to fusion
Established in 2011, the Chancellor’s Entrepreneurial Achievement Award recognizes UW–Madison innovators and alumni who have contributed to economic growth and the social good, serving as entrepreneurial models for the UW community and inspiring the campus culture of entrepreneurship. Read More
Enter your amazing science visuals in the 2025 Cool Science Image Contest
To celebrate the exploratory and aesthetic value of the photos, renderings, videos, images, art and more made in the process of fulfilling curiosity and advancing science, the 15th annual Cool Science Image Contest is now soliciting the best visuals from members of the University of Wisconsin–Madison community. Read More
Home is where my pet is
Having a pet in college is not for everyone, but some UW students say it has its benefits. "Coming home to Colt is often the highlight of my day. His tail wags as he jumps up and down when I walk through the door, and I couldn’t feel more grateful to have him with me," says one student. Read More
Meet the 2025 Academic Staff Excellence Award winners
“As the largest employee group on campus, our academic staff members are critical to all that we do,” says Chancellor Jennifer L. Mnookin. “They are gifted teachers, world-class researchers, impactful mentors, and innovative administrators. We rely on them to bring the Wisconsin Idea to life — in the classroom and throughout the state and the world.” Read More