Tag Student life
Sigma Chi chapter faces reduced sanctions
UW-Madison’s Sigma Chi fraternity chapter faces reduced sanctions in the wake of violations of Greek policies on alcohol. Read More
Recent sightings: Textbook swap
Sophomore Miki Hirano (right) checks in a stack of used textbooks with student Andrew Briddell (left) during the Associated Students of Madison (ASM)… Read More
UW-Madison prepares for new semester with flu in mind
As University of Wisconsin–Madison students, faculty and staff prepare for next week's start of the 2009-10 academic year, administrators and campus health officials are finalizing plans to manage an expected re-emergence of the H1N1 influenza virus, or "swine flu." Read More
UW-Madison named military-friendly school
The University of Wisconsin–Madison has been named to the first-ever list of military-friendly schools. Read More
UW-Madison students set trends in information technology
Students continue to embrace technologies for personal use, including, more than ever, in the classroom. Well-versed before entering college, university students use a variety of new technologies to help them with their coursework. Read More
UW Twitterverse: We’ve got a question for you
For the first time, UW–Madison is using social media to answer many crucial questions to introduce new students to the university and Madison. Read More
Associated Students of Madison to hold fourth textbook swap
The Associated Students of Madison (ASM) at the University of Wisconsin–Madison is hosting another textbook swap from Friday, Aug. 28-Sunday, Aug. 30, at Gordon Commons 2A. Read More
It’s that time again: Move-in at university residence halls
University of Wisconsin–Madison students will be arriving at their campus residence halls next week, and that means that some streets will be closed or limited to one-way traffic. Read More
Recent sightings: Move-out night
Senior Matt Rossman reads a comic book while hanging out in his vehicle — packed with his belongings — in Lot 91 near the… Read More
Move-Out Night to assist temporarily displaced students
It's a common problem among University of Wisconsin–Madison students renting off-campus apartments and houses: Your old lease ends at noon on Aug. 14. Your new lease doesn't begin until noon on Aug.15. Read More
A day in the life of SOAR
As Student Orientation, Advising and Registration (SOAR) closes its main period for 2009, here is a collection of wisdom captured during a day in the life of SOAR. Read More
SOAR star retires after 51 years at UW–Madison
Student finances aren't supposed to be funny. Wally Douma decided to change that. Read More
UW-Madison students perform at International Youth Poetry Slam Festival
Thirteen UW–Madison students from the First Wave Hip Hop Theater Ensemble will perform in the 12th Annual Brave New Voices (BNV) International Youth Poetry Slam today (July 15) in Chicago. Read More
Recent sightings: SOAR
Incoming first-year student Dillon Dryja (left) talks with Letters and Science Honors academic advisor Leah Pribbenow (right) about registering for his classes during a… Read More
Incoming freshman reflects on singing for Obama
UW-Madison incoming freshman Kayla Jenerson kicked off President Barack Obama’s visit to Green Bay June 11 by singing the national anthem. Read More
Nutritious, mouse-eared waffle carries UW–Madison team to food contest finals
It's a challenge that parents face every day: Make healthy food taste good so their kids will actually eat it. A University of Wisconsin–Madison food development team has done just that, and on Monday, June 8, they'll head to Disneyland to showcase their creation before a panel of industry judges. Read More
UW-Madison lifts advisory against travel to Mexico
Based on the recommendation of the International Emergency Response Committee (IERC), UW–Madison Chancellor Biddy Martin has lifted the campus advisory on nonessential travel to Mexico. Read More
Recent sightings: Steel Bridge Team
The UW–Madison Steel Bridge Team assembles its bridge entry during a timed practice in the foyer of the Engineering Centers Building on May 13, 2009. Read More