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Regents recognize Mnookin’s service, contributions
The Universities of Wisconsin Board of Regents adopted a resolution citing UW–Madison Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin's leadership in multiple areas ahead of her upcoming departure for Columbia University.
‘Custodians of Wonder’ is 2026-27 Go Big Read choice
Journalist Eliot Stein explores how some of the world’s rarest and oldest traditions help cultivate a shared identity and keep the past alive.
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.
The world’s best-selling author James Patterson will give this year’s Spring Commencement keynote
The master storyteller, who will deliver the charge to graduates on May 9, shares early advice ahead of the ceremony.
Forward, Together: A strategic framework for the future
A new five-year strategic framework for UW–Madison helps identify and advance clear shared priorities and define the university's mission for the years ahead.
Tia Nelson, champion of environmental stewardship, to receive honorary degree from UW–Madison
Nelson, who has been instrumental in advancing local, national and global conservation efforts, will be honored on May 8 at the spring commencement ceremony.
Mnookin, Zumbrunnen share messages on provost appointment
Chancellor Mnookin and Provost Zumbrunnen sent messages to campus about Monday's provost appointment
Chancellor Mnookin expresses gratitude, reflects on leading in a time of challenge
Addressing the Board of Regents, UW–Madison’s departing leader underscored that the university’s success is derived from the support of the people and State of Wisconsin.
Leaders across the state react to Chancellor Mnookin’s departure
Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin announced Sunday, Jan. 25, that she will be leaving UW–Madison at the end of this academic year to become president of Columbia University.
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.
Authentically Badgers: New grads celebrate commencement
The new alums and speakers reflected on the hard work, perseverance and self-discovery that will launch the graduates into the next stage of their lives and careers.
UW–Madison wins Abbott-Big Ten blood drive, receives $1 million for health
The university was awarded $1 million to advance student or community health after winning a blood drive competition among all Big Ten Conference schools.
Badger Tech Foundry, first “spoke” in the Wisconsin Entrepreneurship Hub, focused on helping early-career researchers become serial entrepreneurs
The Badger Tech Foundry will help ensure ideas become companies, careers and catalysts for change.
Go Big Read conversation centers around literature and language as a radical act
“Reading is the single most subversive act there is,” author Percival Everett told the audience at the Go Big Read keeynote at Union South on Tuesday evening.
‘Prepared for life’: UW–Madison awards the most degrees ever
This spring UW–Madison reached a major milestone, awarding 13,733 degrees to new graduates — the most in university history.
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.