Tag UW Athletics

From track to pool to ice: UW celebrates national championships

March 25, 2019

There was no shortage of national titles to celebrate Monday night at the Kohl Center as fans gathered to pay tribute to the women's hockey team, fresh from their fifth championship, as well as champion swimmer Beata Nelson and runners Alicia Monson and Morgan McDonald.

Badgers win 5th national hockey title

March 24, 2019

Wisconsin is on top of the collegiate hockey world once again after defeating Minnesota, 2-0, to claim the 2019 NCAA National Championship on Sunday.

Women’s hockey: Eyes on the prize

March 23, 2019

The Badgers seek their fifth NCAA crown Sunday at 1:30 p.m. against archrival Minnesota.

J.J. Watt, a powerhouse on and off the field, to be commencement speaker

February 6, 2019

Watt, who attended the University of Wisconsin–Madison from 2008-10 and played for the Badgers, will share his approach to life with graduates on May 11. “I can’t wait to get back to Camp Randall,” he said.

Study: Division I college athletes outpace student peers in mental health

December 27, 2018

The finding is surprising, as previous research examining smaller groups of international, elite or college athletes had offered mixed results on athlete mental health.

Badgers burn Phoenix, advance in NCAAs

November 30, 2018

The sixth-seeded Wisconsin volleyball team earned a first-round victory over Green Bay Thursday night at the UW Field House on the first day of the 2018 NCAA Tournament.

Spot reflects UW–Madison’s ‘remarkable story’ — in 30 seconds

October 3, 2018

UW–Madison debuts its new 30-second TV spot during Saturday night’s Wisconsin vs. Nebraska football game broadcast. This year’s spot focuses on the UW’s constant pursuit of progress in research, education and student experience.

UW Athletics completes safety review

September 28, 2018

A review of Athletics' health and safety-related policies and procedures affirmed the success of most of the department's practices and offered recommendations for an even greater level of care.

Shalala returns for campus honor

September 8, 2018

Chancellor Emerita Donna Shalala returned to campus for her induction into the UW Athletic Hall of Fame and a tailgate party at Olin House.

UW Band Director Leckrone announces 50th season will be his grand finale

August 25, 2018

The beloved Leckrone, who has been known to make his entrance riding a camel, an elephant, or a Harley, has won myriad awards during his remarkable career as an educator and conductor.

A festival of Badger fans and players

August 3, 2018

With the excitement of the upcoming season in the air, Wisconsin Badger football players mingled with fans, signing autographs and chatting, at Football Family Fun Day at Camp Randall Stadium on Aug. 1.

Campus community mourns loss of student-athlete Eli Stickley, 21

July 11, 2018

Stickley, a standout wrestler, died July 5 in a car crash in Illinois. His wrestling teammates say his warm, caring personality helped unite the team. “He was always looking for ways to get better himself and to make the team better,” a former coach said.