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UW-Madison to build new competition pool
A new $26 million competition swimming pool will be included in the renovation of the Southeast Recreational Facility (SERF) on the campus of the University of Wisconsin–Madison.
Recent Sightings: Revelry
Students dance to a concert by rapper G-Eazy as he performs on the main stage outside the Memorial Union during the second annual Revelry Music and Arts Festival on May 3.
Jail Library Group works to bring reading to inmates
Anna Wigtil is a member of a group that spends a few hours every weekend in jail.
Volunteer during move-out at university residence halls
As more than 7,400 students prepare to move out of the University Residence Halls, the UW–Madison Division of University Housing is asking for volunteers to help residents and their families repurpose or recycle items they no longer need
Paul Evans led University Housing through renewal and growth
Sometimes we choose our career, and sometimes a career chooses us. That may be the case with UW–Madison Housing Director Paul Evans, who first went to college with the idea of becoming a dentist, but next month leaves the university after 36 years, his entire career spent in housing.
Dance Department presents ‘Proximity’ April 25-26
This year's annual H'Doubler Student Concert “Proximity” will be performed at the Margaret H’Doubler Performance Space in Lathrop Hall on April 25 at 8 p.m. and April 26 at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.
Students drawn to the challenge of Spikeball
Four players, two teams, one ball, a trampoline and 25 points to win – these are the key ingredients of a popular new sport.
Llama fur and entrepreneurship build a business
Two University of Wisconsin–Madison students are bringing together collaborators on three continents to pursue their dream of building a sustainable sleeping bag.
Berquam, Sims: Our view on ‘UWNotFair’
In recent days we have heard about a new effort by an out-of-state group that plans to legally challenge UW–Madison’s admissions policies. We strongly disagree and want to share our views on this topic.
UW students take off with Badger Aviators
Badgers now have the chance to spread their wings and take off, thanks to a student organization dedicated to spreading awareness of aviation throughout campus.
UW’s Relay for Life on April 11 will help fight cancer
Participating in a Relay For Life event, like the one set for UW–Madison on April 11, is a way to take action and help finish the fight against cancer.
Fan excitement builds for Badgers’ trek to the Final Four
Sleeping. That’s what Kate Roeder would usually be doing at 6 a.m. Fridays.
Prevention steps encouraged after mumps diagnosis on campus
University Health Services (UHS) has confirmed that three UW–Madison students have recently been diagnosed with mumps. The cases don’t appear to be connected and UHS is working with public health officials to monitor the situation.
Student team to provide medical help in Vietnam
This summer, a group of University of Wisconsin–Madison students will help provide medical care and supplies to a country that is still struggling to recover nearly 40 years after the end of a war.
Not just a game, table tennis takes off
The same year Gina Lin was applying for college, she led her high school’s table tennis team to fourth place in a national tournament. That year, the Table Tennis Club of UW–Madison won the “Rookie of the Year” award at a different national competition.
ASM Green Fund applications available to students
University of Wisconsin–Madison student organizations may now apply to receive funding for sustainability-related projects on campus from the newly created Associated Students of Madison Sustainability Committee Green Fund for Fall 2014.
Club water polo melds aspects of several sports
For those interested in finding out more about campus water polo, the men’s club is hosting its own invitational March 8-9 at the South East Recreational Facility.
Student engagement survey: Turning the focus on the UW experience
There are times when UW–Madison finds itself under the figurative lens of a research study. In this case, it’s a national survey directed towards freshmen and seniors – asking for their candid and confidential thoughts on their experiences at UW.
UW-Madison regains top ranking in recruiting Peace Corps volunteers
The University of Wisconsin–Madison has regained the distinction as the nation's top producer of current Peace Corps volunteers, with 90 alumni serving overseas.
Frosty Fun
Faced with a frigid winter that seems like it’ll never end, UW–Madison turned to the Hoofer Winter Carnival for a much-needed jolt of fun during the past week.