Leadership Statements
Congrats to UW–Madison’s newest Nobel laureate: Francis Halzen
A message from interim Chancellor Eric M. Wilcots.
Supporting shared governance participation
UW–Madison’s longstanding commitment to shared governance is an important part of the campus leadership ecosystem.
Welcome to a new semester of possibility
A message to the campus community from interim Chancellor Eric Wilcots as UW–Madison kicks off the 2026-27 academic year.
July 13 campus cooling update
Campus remains open and operating as higher temperatures return to the region.
July 6 campus cooling update
Campus continues to be open and operating and cooling repairs are continuing
June 30 campus cooling update
From: Robert Cramer, Vice Chancellor for Finance and Administration To the campus community, Latest information about campus cooling issues Find the latest updates and frequently asked questions. I want to take a moment to share sincere…
Campus building cooling issues: Update and response
Dear campus colleagues, To: All students, faculty and staff From: Robert Cramer, Vice Chancellor for Finance and Administration Latest information about campus cooling issues Find the latest updates and frequently asked questions. I’m writing today…
Getting to work in service to an extraordinary university
In a first-day message to UW–Madison faculty and staff, interim Chancellor Eric Wilcots looks to move the university forward, together.
With deep appreciation and immense gratitude, farewell
Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin offers a parting note as the academic year and her time at UW–Madison comes to a close.
Chancellor Mnookin: My next chapter
Last night, Columbia University announced my appointment as their next president, beginning July 1, 2026. Today, I want to express my enormous gratitude to this extraordinary community.
Chancellor Mnookin: A new semester begins — welcome back!
As we begin a new semester, I wanted to reach out to welcome you—whether you’re just returning to campus or have stayed local throughout Winter Break.
Mnookin, Zumbrunnen: Dean Emerit Linda Scott’s passing
"She dedicated herself — and the school — to making the world a better place by reducing health disparities and addressing complex healthcare needs."
Mnookin, Zumbrunnen: Instructor workload update
The following message was sent to all faculty and academic staff from Chancellor Jennifer L. Mnookin and Interim Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs John Zumbrunnen on Oct. 30. Good morning, We are writing to share an update regarding the teaching…
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.
Chancellor Mnookin on expanding pathways for student belonging and success
A message from Chancellor Jennifer L. Mnookin sharing important updates about changes and organizational shifts on campus to enhance undergraduate student success and to continue to support an engaged UW–Madison community where all members can thrive.
Mnookin, Zumbrunnen, Cramer, Thompson: Update on the state budget process
Earlier this morning, the Wisconsin State Legislature passed the 2025-27 state biennial budget and it was signed into law by Governor Evers. The budget includes many different items that impact UW Madison’s operations and capital program.
Mnookin: News about Provost Charles Isbell
I’m writing today to share important news about an exceptional colleague and leader. Charles Isbell, Jr., who has served as UW–Madison’s provost since 2023, has been named the next chancellor of the University of Illinois in Urbana-Champaign and a vice president of the University of Illinois System. Charles will begin his new role on July 16.
Chancellor Mnookin: End-of-semester federal updates
In many ways, this feels like any other spring semester. Temperatures are warming, graduates are snapping photos on Bascom Hill and across campus, and there was a great celebration at Memorial Union on Friday to mark the return of the Terrace chairs. But, as you all well know, this is also a spring semester that requires us to navigate a substantial and unprecedented set of challenges and uncertainties.
Mnookin, Isbell Jr., Cramer: Preserving UW–Madison’s mission amid financial uncertainty
As you are well aware, the last couple of months have been filled with rapidly changing federal directives that could drastically impact our financial situation. We understand the stress this is causing and have been working with leadership across the university to plan for a variety of possible scenarios and to focus on protecting our mission of excellence in research, teaching, and service.
UW-Madison update on Title VI complaint
UW–Madison condemns antisemitism in all its forms and strives to promote a welcoming campus environment for all members of the campus community, free from discrimination, including harassment based upon race, shared ancestry, national origin or other protected categories. As referenced Tuesday by the Department…