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UW-Madison student hospitalized with meningitis
UW-Madison has confirmed that a student has been hospitalized with meningococcal disease. Additional details are not immediately available out of respect for the medical privacy of the student and the student's family. Read More
Annual Wellness Expo raises awareness and funds for charity
The Wisconsin Wellness Expo, an annual event celebrating healthy lifestyle choices, is scheduled for Saturday, April 6, at UW–Madison's Southeast Recreational Facility, commonly known as the SERF. Read More
UW Varsity Band Concert at Kohl Center April 18-20
The 2013 edition of the UW Varsity Band Concert will be bigger and better than ever, says conductor Mike Leckrone, who promises handclapping Badger favorites, multimedia displays, dramatic pyrotechnics, and aerial stunts performed by Leckrone himself. Read More
Recent sightings: Going up!
Students from the Hoofer Mountaineering Club practice their skills on the rock-climbing wall at Union South. Read More
Chancellor Ward provides clarification on WISPIRG
I support registered student organizations, including WISPIRG, and the activities they provide for our students, though I think my actions are being misrepresented. Read More
UW Students invited to shake it for charity this Friday
The fifth annual Wisconsin Dance Marathon this Friday will raise money for the patients and families of American Family Children’s Hospital. Read More
Nominate an adult undergraduate for an Outstanding Returning Adult Student Award
Each year the Office of Adult Career and Special Student Services recognizes two adult students with the Outstanding Undergraduate Returning Adult Student Award. Read More
New residence hall, with an environmental theme, rises on lakeshore
A new $17.3 million residence hall, temporarily named “New 32 Hall,” will be ready to house more than 170 students next fall. Read More
Wills for Heroes project protects those who protect others
First responders, firefighters, police officers and other emergency personnel who protect citizens from natural disasters and violent crime are called on to put their communities' safety before their own. Yet more than 80 percent have not prepared even simple wills, according to the national Wills for Heroes project. Read More
Hurricane Sandy relief effort continues at UW–Madison
In the days and weeks since Hurricane Sandy pummeled the East Coast, relief has come from many sources. Read More
Acting Peace Corps director to visit UW–Madison campus
Peace Corps Acting Director Carrie Hessler-Radelet — accompanied by her husband, Steve Radelet, chief economist of the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) — will be in Madison on Monday, Nov. 26, for two public appearances. Read More
Recent Sightings: The write way
Undergraduate Brooke Henze, left, meets with UW Writing Center instructor Eric Vivier at the Gordon Dining and Events Center satellite location to get help with a class assignment. Read More
Berquam: A reminder to vote
Dean of Students Lori Berquam is reminding students to vote on Tuesday, Nov. 6. Below is a message being sent to the UW–Madison student body. Read More
UW-Madison offers assistance for hurricane-impacted students
UW-Madison students who may be impacted by Hurricane Sandy are encouraged to call the Dean of Students office for assistance with any academic and student… Read More
Annual Homecoming week to emphasize community service
In the spirit of tradition and giving back to the community, students will step up during this year's Homecoming week at the University of Wisconsin–Madison to help those in need and make campus a more beautiful place for all. Read More