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All the world’s a stage — including Allen Centennial Garden
Shakespeare and modern jazz have bloomed in the University of Wisconsin–Madison Allen Centennial Gardens this summer along with the lilies, asters and hydrangea. Read More
We like to move it!
Summer is the perfect time to get out and get moving on the University of Wisconsin–Madison campus. In July, everywhere you looked you could see people cycling, kayaking, sailing and playing basketball and volleyball under the summer sun. Read More
A different kind of work party: Practicing ecological restoration at UW Arboretum
Ecological restoration at the UW Arboretum helps create and manage the land's healthy native plant communities, and volunteer work parties are a vital part of the ongoing work. Read More
Wisconsin Idea Seminar: UW faculty and staff explore the state
In May, 40 members of the 2025 Wisconsin Idea Seminar set off on the Forest + River journey to follow a circular path around Wisconsin, focusing on forest ecosystems, sustainability, entrepreneurship, health, creative placemaking and migration. Read More
A deep dive into the life in our waters
Attendees learned all about the waters of Wisconsin and the world at the Limnology Open House at the Hasler Laboratory of Limnology on June 20 Read More
Jazzing up a summer evening
The rhythms and chords of jazz floated over Lake Mendota on Saturday, June 14, as several leading bands played in the finale of the Madison Jazz Festival at the Memorial Union Terrace. Read More
Extracting beauty from flowers, by finesse or by force
One workshop taught how to arrange flowers into bouquets, and another taught how to pound them into fabrics to create colorful designs. Read More
Wildlife finds home on the campus lakeshore
A springtime stroll through UW–Madison's Lakeshore neighborhood showcases the wildlife that inhabits campus. Read More
‘All of it starts with you’: A special thanks to UW’s 2nd- and 3rd-shift employees
A nighttime event at Dejope Residence Hall recognized all the 2nd- and 3rd-shift employees who ensure the physical campus — from residence halls to lab spaces — runs safely and smoothly. Read More
Campus welcomes Ash Perez as APIDA Heritage Month Speaker
Writer, director and producer Ash Perez headlined this year’s Asian Pacific Islander Desi American (APIDA) Heritage Month keynote event. Read More
Terrace season kicks off with a splash
The iconic yellow, green and orange sunburst chairs returned to the Memorial Union Terrace on Friday, April 18, signaling the return of terrace season and warmer weather. Read More
On campus: A sprinkling of spring
Students shed their coats while early blooms peeked out of their winter hiding spots during one of the first showings of spring on campus. Read More
A green sanctuary
Early spring holds the promise of green, as leaves and shoots will emerge in the coming months. But if you want to see and smell green foliage sooner, you can turn to the D.C. Smith Greenhouse, used to grow plants for classes in UW–Madison's College of Agricultural and Life Sciences. Read More
A sudden storm erupts into a Battle for Bascom
The years may change, but the snowball fight remains the same. Call it the "snowball effect" of Bascom Hill. Read More
Winter Carnival: Delighting in the ice and snow
UW–Madison's annual Winter Carnival on Feb. 6-9 drew big crowds to the ice and shore of Lake Mendota to skate, ice fish, sled play broomball and hockey and enjoy a freestyle snowboard and ski show. Read More
Sound art: Students turn vinyl records into paintings
Students who painted the vinyl records at the Wheelhouse Studio Free Art Friday event said it was a great way to "relax and chill," and they appreciated that it was free. Read More
An icy start to spring semester
University of Wisconsin–Madison students returning to class on Tuesday were greeted by an Arctic air mass that brought subzero temperatures and 20-below windchills. Read More
A furry, heart-warming study break
The temperatures were in the single digits outside, but five therapy dogs warmed the hands and hearts of UW–Madison students who flocked to the Chazen Art Museum for a study day event on Thursday, Dec. 12. Read More
Today, they celebrated. Tomorrow, the future.
Take a look at the scene as buoyant smiles and excited hugs filled the Kohl Center on Sunday as graduates — and their friends and family members — celebrated their accomplishments at Winter 2024 Commencement. Read More
U.S. Cyber Command visit highlights UW–Madison’s leadership in cyber research and education
UW–Madison plays a leading role as a research and education partner for national cybersecurity. It reinforced this commitment recently by welcoming to campus a delegation from the United States Cyber Command (USCYBERCOM), which is responsible for the Department of Defense’s cyberspace capabilities. Read More