Tag Student life
Art sale features student work
The Wisconsin Union Directorate’s Student Art Sale is under way and will be held through Friday, Nov. 21, at the Memorial Union.
UW-Madison continues to address gastroenteritis outbreak
The University of Wisconsin–Madison continues to monitor reported cases of gastroenteritis among students and provide information to help limit the spread of disease, following the first cases of suspected norovirus that were seen at University Health Services on Nov. 7.
WAA’s First-Year Parents’ Weekend brings $1.25 million to Madison economy
An annual influx of family members visiting students at the University of Wisconsin–Madison for a weekend of campus events brings approximately $1.25 million to the local economy through spending on lodging, dining, shopping and other activities.
New blog chronicles global reach of students, faculty
To celebrate International Education Week (Nov. 17-21), the Division of International Studies has launched its Badgers Abroad Blog, an easy-to-access, searchable compendium of UW–Madison's presence around the world.
UW-Madison, Greek community host safety forum
Students, faculty and staff are invited to a special campus forum to discuss downtown safety issues in the wake of a string of recent armed robberies.
Tour de Touchdown raises funds for Children’s Hospital
When University of Wisconsin football fans want to see their team play a road game, they take a car or perhaps a plane. Not so for some Sigma Phi Epsilon members when the Badgers play at Indiana on Saturday, Nov. 8. Nine representatives of the fraternity will participate in a three-day bike ride to Bloomington, Indiana as part of its 18th Annual Tour De Touchdown to raise money for American Family Children's Hospital's Child Life programs, which involve playtime activities and other events to reduce the stress of hospitalization for patients and families.
Recent sightings: Voting on campus
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Student entrepreneurs working to green the economy
While some students use college as a transition into the "real world," an increasing number of student entrepreneurs have asked themselves, "Why wait?"
Fourth annual Mendota Monster Mash Regatta this weekend
Bring your camera to see the University of Wisconsin–Madison Sailing Team in an inter-team Halloween competition on Saturday, November 1, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Lake Mendota. The team is preparing for district qualifiers for the Midwest Fall Championship taking place next week.
Plan ahead, be flexible for Election Day
Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 4 and polls will be open in Madison from 7 a.m.-8 p.m. Record high voter turnout is predicted, which could lead to long lines, particularly for those who choose to register at their polling place.
Wisconsin online career-matching resource launched
A new online career-matching initiative aims to promote job opportunities across Wisconsin for young people and build the state's information technology workforce.
High-schooler teams with UW researchers to help Madison improve bike parking
It wasn't a bad gig for Kira McCoy. The high school student from Denver spent two weeks in July bicycling the length and breadth of Madison, getting plenty of sun and exercise and a good look at a community where she may attend college. But those were the perks, not the mission.
Campus service helps ease transition for new students
Anyone who has attended college or sent a child off to college knows firsthand how bewildering the first days, weeks and months can be. A difficult transition, especially at a large institution like the University of Wisconsin–Madison, can have a long-term impact on a student's success.
GUTS offers several options for academic support
Are you having problems with a specific course? Do you have a hard time focusing on schoolwork and studying for exams? Do you have the GUTS to get some guidance?
Recent sightings: Homecoming parade
A parade float with energetic students makes its way down State Street during the Homecoming Parade on Oct. 24, 2008. Photo: Bryce…
Madison kids ‘trick or treat’ with campus Greeks
University of Wisconsin–Madison fraternities and sororities will again host "Trick or Treat with the Greeks," a unique opportunity for area children to experience a fun and safe Halloween on campus, from 2-6 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 29.
Campus summit addresses growing Latino campus population
The UW–Madison Latino Summit 2008 will discuss the ways the university can further meet the needs of the fastest-growing minority on campus.1
Test a fire extinguisher on campus safety day
Have you ever used a hand-held fire extinguisher to put out a fire? Does your house or apartment have a working smoke detector?
Band will travel to Lambeau, with changes
The University of Wisconsin–Madison Marching Band will be allowed to make a Sunday, Oct. 19, trip to perform at Lambeau Field, director and professor Mike Leckrone has announced.
Students to lead band culture change
Members of the UW Marching Band will help lead a long-term process designed to promote a culture of excellence on and off the field.