Tag Student life
UW-Madison researchers launch landmark study of financial aid
A team of University of Wisconsin–Madison researchers is conducting a groundbreaking study of the long-term effects of financial aid on college students. Christopher Jencks, professor of social policy at Harvard University, calls the Wisconsin Scholars Longitudinal Study (WSLS) a "landmark study of financial aid."
University Health Services offers stress-reduction resources
With final exams scheduled to begin on Sunday, Dec. 14, the workload for many University of Wisconsin–Madison students is steadily increasing.
First Wave ensemble premieres ‘Boomboxed’
The Office of Multicultural Arts Initiatives (OMAI) will present the First Wave Hip Hop Theater Ensemble in another original work, "Boomboxed," Friday-Saturday, Dec. 12-13, at the Hemsley Theatre in Vilas Hall, 821 University Ave.
UW launches food drive to support Second Harvest Foodbank
The University of Wisconsin–Madison Visitor and Information Programs (VIP) will be joining Second Harvest Foodbank of Southern Wisconsin in an effort to raise non-perishable food items for families in need.
Experts explore job outlook in the economic downturn
University of Wisconsin–Madison career placement and job market experts examine the state of the national job market during the economic downturn and how it affects graduating students and different sectors of the work force.
Students, staff eagerly await opening of student services tower
After years of anticipation, UW–Madison is just weeks away from launching a brand new era for many of its student services and organizations.
Recent sightings: Hitting a high note
Members of the a cappella group Redefined perform during a Parents Weekend reception at the Pyle Center. Photo: Bryce Richter…
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.