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What do you do with an English degree? If you’re Richard Lovett, run Hollywood.
From his Milwaukee roots to representing some of the biggest names in entertainment and sports, Lovett credits his success to grit, vision and kindness—and doing what you love.
With the Wisconsin Exchange, UW–Madison is strengthening a culture of civil dialogue across difference
The new initiative connects existing programs and cultivates new opportunities to make constructive conversation a visible and integral part of everyday life on campus.
A sign to climb: Celebrating the opening of UW’s Morgridge Hall
Hundreds gathered in Morgridge Hall to mark the building's ribbon cutting and official opening to the campus community.
Access and affordability drive record interest as UW–Madison welcomes new students from all 72 Wisconsin counties
UW-Madison's incoming class represents every one of Wisconsin’s 72 counties, plus all 50 U.S. states.
Chancellor Mnookin and former Chancellor Shalala discuss higher education then, now and next
Mnookin and Shalala shared insights from their experiences serving as UW–Madison chancellors, past and present, and discuss the university's critical role in preparing the workforce and citizens of the future during a time of unprecedented change.
At Reagan Institute Summit, Chancellor Mnookin reaffirms commitment to civil discourse and the public mission of higher education
Chancellor Mnookin participated with other national leaders in a panel titled “Higher Ed at a Crossroads: The Civic Mission and Trust.”
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.
Thousands of new Badgers kick off the school year with convocation ceremony
UW–Madison’s newest students gathered for a formal welcome to campus during New Student Convocation.
UW–Madison launching new hub to accelerate entrepreneurship
UW–Madison is launching the new Wisconsin Entrepreneurship Hub aimed at strengthen entrepreneurial pathways across campus.
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.
University of Wisconsin–Madison statement on 2025-27 state budget agreement
The following statement was issued today regarding the budget agreement approved by the Joint Finance Committee: Today, the Joint Committee on Finance took up the…
UW named a ‘Best Value College’
Princeton Review gave UW–Madison a “Return on Investment” rating of 91/99, based on alumni surveys covering starting and mid-career salaries and career social impact, as well as academic rating, financial aid rating and college costs.
Measuring UW–Madison’s impact: Wisconsin Idea Database reports benefits for all 72 counties
According to the latest data from the Wisconsin Idea Database, a project that highlights the many connections between UW–Madison and the state of Wisconsin, UW–Madison makes a significant impact on Wisconsin's students, communities, health care and workforce.
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.
UW ranks 30th worldwide in CWUR list
CWUR assesses the quality of education, employability, quality of faculty, and research without relying on surveys and university data submissions. Equal emphasis is put on student-related and faculty-related indicators.
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.
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.
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.
Alumni, staff and faculty make strong case for UW–Madison at Day at the Capitol
A record number of University of Wisconsin–Madison alumni from across the Badger State provided their perspective on the university’s critical role in the future of Wisconsin as part of UW–Madison Day at the Capitol.
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.