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How to keep young children learning on the home front
UW–Madison educator and family engagement researcher Lorena Mancilla has some advice on how to create spaces and establish routines for learning and working effectively from home.
Check the UW–Madison COVID-19 website often
This site is being updated regularly with the latest news and information about university operations. Visit it frequently to stay up to date and to review previous posts.
Students welcomed back to (virtual) classes on Monday
As students prepare to return to instruction on Monday through alternate means, UW–Madison is offering a number of resources to help with the transition, Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs Lori Reesor says.
International Programming for Summer 2020
In consideration of the health and safety of UW–Madison students, Guido Podestá, vice provost and dean of the International Division, has instructed that all IAP study abroad programs and IIP international internships planned for summer 2020 be cancelled.
Message to students about the transition to online learning
For students return from spring break, a message from Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs Lori Reesor about getting ready for next week: a list or resources and useful information for virtual learning.
Professors prepare carefully to offer alternative education starting March 23
UW–Madison has provided faculty and instructors with tools to prepare to teach their classes using alternative methods, many involving online instruction.
Message to Alumni from Chancellor Blank
Fellow Badgers, I hope you are taking care of yourselves and your families as we all deal with the coronavirus pandemic. This is a time…
UW Health March 19 Daily Update: Caring for Cancer Patients
The University of Wisconsin Carbone Cancer Center continues to care for cancer patients by using telehealth technology, expanding screening, and extending in-home care options to address the unique challenges created by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Campus Research Activities Update
To reduce the threat of COVID-19, a set of campus-wide directives have been established for researchers. On-site research activities must be approved by a dean or director. Research that can be conducted remotely may continue.
Updates on moving out of residence halls
For students who will now be permanently moving-out of the residence halls, we have developed a move-out schedule spanning the next few weeks. This process is designed to help students and families maintain social distancing, to reduce potential traffic and parking concerns to and from campus, and to ensure efficiency.
Libraries closed
All campus libraries are closed from 6pm March 18, 2020 until further notice. Laptops and requested materials will be provided for pickup between 12pm-4pm at the Memorial Library entrance (M-F).
Updates to Housing Operations
To mitigate the effects of the COVID-19 virus at UW–Madison, students in University Residence Halls are being asked to take essential belongings, academic materials, laptops, and medications with them for Spring Break and not return to residence halls following Spring Break.
Six possible impacts of COVID-19 on farming
Only time will reveal the severity of the impacts on agriculture from the novel coronavirus. Here is what farmers, farming families, ag employers and ag employees need to be aware of and plan for.
Campus Childcare Update
With the new social distancing measures set forth by the CDC, campus childcare centers will be closed effective immediately to both essential and non-essential employees.
Updates to dining operations
Effectively immediately University Housing Dining has made changes to service during this time to service. We have limited location and hours. Here’s how we are working to keep everyone safe and healthy >>
Metro Bus Update
UW Campus’ Metro Bus routes 80, 81, 82 and 84 will continue on the recess schedule, while most Madison Metro routes will shift to abbreviated…
UW Health March 18 daily update: Increased Capacity for Telehealth and Virtual Visits
UW Health is leveraging telehealth technology in responding to the COVID-19 pandemic while also addressing our community’s more routine medical needs and appointments.
Update on University Housing Refunds
The university will provide appropriate prorated credits of housing and dining. Details will follow next week.
UW Health March 17 update: Social distancing now even more important
With today’s announcement that we have community spread of the Coronavirus in the Madison area, we want to remind everyone that practicing social distancing is CRITICALLY important.
Video: Chancellor Rebecca Blank addresses COVID-19
Chancellor Blank is thanking everyone for their flexibility and willingness to make changes that "aren't easy or comfortable" in response to COVID-19. "I can't tell you exactly what tomorrow or the next day is going to bring, but I can tell you this: The safety and well-being of every member of our UW–Madison family is, and will remain, my top priority."