Tag Campus facilities & construction
University Housing increasing emphasis on sustainability
A picture of Aldo Leopold graces the lobby wall in his namesake building, the newest residence hall at the University of Wisconsin–Madison.
Rec Sports seeks feedback on facilities
The Division of Recreational Sports wants your feedback on its facilities and is gauging interest on whether they need to be renovated or replaced.
University updates its ‘front door’
Even as the first phase of the Memorial Union Reinvestment moves toward conclusion, a spate of other projects will raise dust in and around Library Mall and State Street Mall.
Feedback on Library Mall design proposals sought
An oval. A great lawn. Or something more historic? Those are the three main options for the remake of the 700 and 800 blocks of State Street and Library Mall.
Organizers set to unveil preliminary Memorial Union designs
Organizers of the Memorial Union Reinvestment project are set to present preliminary floor plans, site plans and design ideas for the next phase of the renovation.
Recent sightings: Field & Screen
Fans spread out on the football field and south end zone of Camp Randall Stadium and enjoy a free screening of "Remember The Titans" during the first-ever Movie Night at Camp Randall
Nancy Nicholas Hall designated LEED Gold
Nancy Nicholas Hall, the new home of the School of Human Ecology, has received a LEED Gold designation — one of the highest levels established by the U.S. Green Building Council and verified by the Green Building Certification Institute. LEED is the nation’s preeminent program for design, construction and operation of high performance green buildings.
Goodspeed Family Pier is newest campus link to lake
The Wisconsin Alumni Association is inviting the Madison community to visit the newest shoreline feature on Lake Mendota, the Goodspeed Family Pier.
Get outside – it’s good for you
Even a short break from work can have benefits. Fortunately, campus planners are creating a growing number of options for a quick walk during a break, outdoor meeting space or lunch al fresco.
Seven campus buildings affected by power outage
Six campus buildings remained without power, and a seventh partially down, due to a switch gear equipment failure in the campus electrical system. According to Faramarz Vakili, associate director of the UW Physical Plant, repair work is ongoing.