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Help “Build a Better Tomorrow Together” with Partners in Giving

October 6, 2025

Partners in Giving brings our campus together to make a difference in our communities and beyond by raising funds to support hundreds of local, state, national and international charities.

Scott announces final year as dean

August 19, 2025

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

August 12, 2025

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.

Message from UW leadership on budget reductions

June 23, 2025

As leadership reviews budget reduction plans, it will prioritize safeguarding the core elements of UW's teaching, research and outreach missions, now and in the future.

Didier Contis named UW–Madison chief information officer

May 12, 2025

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.

44 faculty honored with Vilas professorships and awards

May 1, 2025

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).

Meet the 2025 Academic Staff Excellence Award winners 

April 22, 2025

“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.”

Inclement weather policy for employees

October 21, 2024

UW–Madison employees can find information on campus procedures and how to respond in cases of inclement weather.

University Staff leave schedule to change starting January 2025  

October 7, 2024

The new leave schedule aligns with the university’s fiscal year, which starts on July 1 and ends on June 30. This effort aligns University Staff with Faculty, Limited Appointee, and Academic Staff leave schedules.   

Phil Asbury named executive director of Student Financial Aid

September 30, 2024

Asbury will look to bolster the socioeconomic diversity of the student body at UW–Madison while leading national and international conversations on access to public higher education.

Sustainable tips for a successful move-in 

August 20, 2024

Coordinate carefully what you need to bring to campus to avoid waste, use reusable containers like suitcases or duffel bags and make sure to recycle cardboard and plastic.

Thompson named vice chancellor for University Relations

August 16, 2024

Craig Thompson, a government affairs professional with more than 30 years of experience across local, county, state and federal levels, has been appointed vice chancellor for university relations at the University of Wisconsin–Madison.