Results of Wiscopinion poll about favorite October things October 18, 2017 Share The results of last week’s Wiscopinion poll, asking what is your favorite thing about October: Editor’s picks UW–Madison’s reach throughout Wisconsin adds up to $38.9 billion a year The university supports more than 287,000 jobs and helps drive private-sector growth. ‘Being part of something bigger than you’ with Badger Volunteers UW–Madison students head into the local community to find purpose and make a difference. UW–Madison again named a ‘new Ivy’ by Forbes The university was selected as one of the best in the country at "preparing and graduating the talent" that meets today's workforce needs. UW–Madison graduate programs ranked among the nation’s best by U.S. News Nearly 20 programs ranked in their respective Top 10 lists, shining a light on the breadth and depth of the university’s graduate offerings.