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Big Apple Badgers: Troy Vincent

February 2, 2017

New York City is home to the National Football League front office, and that’s where we find Troy Vincent, former star UW defensive back and current executive vice president of football operations for the NFL. He talks about his love of UW–Madison and how his time here changed his life.

Athletics, financial aid reap rewards from record UW merchandise sales

January 5, 2017

Royalties from the sale of licensed UW–Madison merchandise set a record in 2015-16, exceeding $4.4 million.

Q & A: Van Matre reflects on expanding and protecting the UW brand

January 5, 2017

Over her 17 years as the University of Wisconsin–Madison’s trademark licensing director, Cindy Van Matre has protected the UW trademark and helped expand it into…

Students make finals of ‘Team Ninja Warrior’

December 19, 2016

Three UW students – "Science Ninja" Zach Kemmerer, pole vaulter Taylor Amann and "R.A. Ninja" Andrew Philibeck – made it to the finals of "Team Ninja Warrior College Madness," airing Dec. 20.

Another big night for Badger volleyball

December 3, 2016

The Wisconsin Badgers volleyball team defeated the Washington State Cougars during second round play in the NCAA Division 1 championship at the UW Field House Friday night. The Badgers swept the Cougars, 3-0, and advanced to the Sweet 16 regionals, to be hosted at the Field House Dec. 9-10.

Dancing and marching wrap Camp Randall in ‘Circle of Life’

November 15, 2016

For the first time ever, UW–Madison dance students performed original choreography alongside the UW Marching Band during halftime of a Badger football game.

Blank comments to Nov. 7 faculty senate

November 7, 2016

Chancellor Rebecca Blank shared the following statement to the Nov. 7 meeting of the UW–Madison Faculty Senate: “I am personally very sorry for the hurt…

Gard draws on lessons from family, faith, farm

October 26, 2016

The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel highlights men's basketball Coach Greg Gard's relationship with his father, who passed away from brain cancer a year ago.

ESPN’s College GameDay returns to Bascom Hill

October 11, 2016

ESPN’s College GameDay visits Bascom Hill for Saturday’s historic matchup between the Wisconsin Badgers and the Ohio State Buckeyes. University officials want to make sure that the experience is safe, fun and enjoyable for everyone.

Nicholas leaves lasting legacy with match campaign

September 8, 2016

As part of a $50 million gift to the university, the Ab Nicholas family earmarked $20 million for UW Athletics with the idea that other individuals would match it for a total of $40 million. That project has reached the finish line.

Housing, Athletics team up for summer sports camps

August 16, 2016

For many youth campers, the visit is their first experience with the university, and connecting them to resources helps them feel like a part of the campus community.

Red threads

July 1, 2016

Badger backers make their way through smoke machines as they enter the stadium tunnel during the Night of the New Red Threads Under Armour launch party at Camp Randall Stadium on June 30. The event marked the beginning of a new $96 million, 10-year apparel partnership between Wisconsin Athletics and Under Armour.

CLI Spring Open House celebrates leadership development

April 27, 2016

The Coordinated Leadership Initiative has positively impacted curriculum, student organizations and employee engagement.

From one Badger to another

April 6, 2016

UW basketball Coach Greg Gard speaks at a press conference announcing the "Bring Bucky Home" campaign at the Henry Vilas Zoo Visitor Center on April 6. The campaign will raise money to build a Wisconsin Heritage Exhibit that will feature a natural badger enclosure and pay tribute to Wisconsin's history as a mining state and to the University of Wisconsin.

Badgers returning to Sweet 16

March 20, 2016

Bronson Koenig hit a 3-point buzzer beater to lead UW past Xavier, 66-63, in the NCAA men's basketball tournament. Wisconsin will meet Notre Dame in the East Regional semifinals Friday.

Congratulations, Coach

March 9, 2016

Greg Gard, left, talks with Jim and Pauline Nedelcoff after being named the 16th head coach of the Wisconsin Badgers men's basketball team Tuesday. Gard began his career under Coach Nedelcoff at Southwestern High School in Hazel Green, Wis.

Chancellor Blank statement on Bo Ryan

March 5, 2016

In February 2015, the University of Wisconsin–Madison received allegations related to the possible misuse of university resources and personal conduct of former Head Basketball Coach…