Tag Student life
Celebrate winter during Hoofers carnival
Last weekend’s freakishly warm weather was just a teaser of spring — winter is still the main course, and there’s no better way to chill than at the Hoofers Winter Carnival with outdoor games, sports, contests and demonstrations. And make sure your camera has fresh batteries: Lady Liberty will make her triumphant return to Lake Mendota.
Slide show: February thaw
When unexpectedly warm temperatures and cabin fever mix, Wisconsinites find every possible excuse to be outside.
WSUM starts a new era with move into University Square
After years of a pillar-to-post existence and adapting to jerry-rigged spaces that were never intended to house a radio studio, WSUM-FM 91.7 has moved into shiny, new digs designed just for them at University Square, 333 East Campus Mall.
Alternative Breaks deadline approaching
The deadline to apply to participate in UW–Madison's Alternative Breaks program is coming up.
Encouraging entrepreneurs: Undergraduate invention competition turns 15
In 1995, the University of Wisconsin–Madison College of Engineering debuted the Schoofs Prize for Creativity, a competition that provides university undergraduates the tools and resources to develop an original, patentable invention or process.
UW-Madison awarded grant to address sexual assault, stalking, dating violence
The University of Wisconsin–Madison has been selected to receive a three-year, $300,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Justice and the Office on Violence Against Women to help address the causes of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault and stalking.
Homecoming Committee membership drive in full swing
The University of Wisconsin–Madison Homecoming Committee is looking for enthusiastic, passionate Badgers to join in planning the 2009 Homecoming celebration.
New Student Services Tower ready for spring semester
Returning students, faculty and staff are invited to visit the University of Wisconsin–Madison's new Student Services Tower at 333 East Campus Mall.
ASM hosts textbook swap
Textbook costs burden nearly every college student. UW–Madison’s student government is addressing this difficulty by helping students to sell their used books to each other before the semester begins.
Numerous city, campus events honor Martin Luther King Jr.
The Madison and university communities will have a number of opportunities to celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. through sponsored events around the city.
Student Services Tower moves complete
Student-life units and organizations are settling into new spaces in the Student Services Tower at 333 East Campus Mall. WSUM Radio was the final unit to move in.
Moments in time: 2008 photographers’ choice
This collection of photographs, captured by University Communications photographers, provides just a sampling of what goes on in classrooms, laboratories, offices, outdoor venues and quiet spots on a thriving university campus.
Recent sightings: It’s that time of year…
A variety of decorative items, including a fake laptop, a Santa hat, an orange T-shirt and a sign wishing students good luck on finals,…
Madison Metro adds Route 80 service for finals
Two extra Route 80 buses will be in early morning service on Sunday, Dec. 14.
Student Services Tower move under way
Several campus units have started the eagerly awaited process of relocating to the new Student Services Tower at 333 East Campus Mall.
Union building hours extended during finals week
Memorial Union and Union South will stay opened longer to accommodate student study needs prior to finals. The buildings will stay open until 3 a.m. from Sunday-Thursday, Dec. 14-18.
Tour UW–Madison with ‘Walk Wisconsin’ on Big Ten Network
Haven't had time to fully explore the University of Wisconsin–Madison campus? Only familiar with the Kohl Center or Camp Randall? Learn more without leaving the comfort of home, as the Big Ten Network (BTN) premieres an hour-long visual mosaic of campus life on Thursday, Dec. 11, at 4 p.m. Central. The program will re-air Wednesday, Dec. 17, at 10 a.m. Central.
Self-defense options available for students
In the wake of the murder of University of Wisconsin–Madison student Brittany Zimmermann and a string of recent campus area robberies, crime and safety issues have been of the utmost importance to students this semester.