Tag Alumni

‘Wisconsin Reflections’ makes national network debut

October 2, 2007

“Wisconsin Reflections,” a television talk show spotlighting the stories and perspectives of noteworthy University of Wisconsin–Madison graduates, makes its debut on the Big Ten Network on Thursday, Oct. 4 at 3 p.m.

Alumni celebrate 150 years of Greek life at UW–Madison

October 2, 2007

Alumni are coming back to the University of Wisconsin–Madison this month for a weekend of fraternity and sorority events honoring the Greek community's 150th anniversary on campus.

UW students and alumni to connect at diversity networking event

September 28, 2007

University of Wisconsin–Madison students and alumni will have the chance to make personal and professional connections at an upcoming Career Links reception.

Big Badger Auction offers one-of-a-kind finds

September 25, 2007

How could you get a "Miracle on Ice" U.S. Olympic hockey star to come to your home? Or have Babcock Hall ice cream delivered to your door? What about a private lunch with UW Football Coach Bret Bielema?

WAA seeks nominations for Distinguished Alumni Awards

September 25, 2007

The Wisconsin Alumni Association (WAA) is calling for nominations for its top honors, the Distinguished Alumni Award and Distinguished Young Alumni Award.

Recent sightings: Showtime!

August 29, 2007

Photo: Bryce Richter Host John Roach, left, and guest Ben Sidran discuss Sidran’s career in music during the…

Six new members join Wisconsin Alumni Association board of directors

July 30, 2007

Six leaders from around the country are lending their talents and enthusiasm to support the University of Wisconsin–Madison and its graduates as new members of the Wisconsin Alumni Association (WAA) board of directors.

Wisconsin Alumni Association seeks nominations for young alumni awards

May 30, 2007

The Wisconsin Alumni Association is seeking nominations for new awards highlighting achievements of alumni under age 40.

History professor to receive WAA Outreach Excellence Award

May 16, 2007

The Wisconsin Alumni Association will honor University of Wisconsin–Madison history professor and department chair David McDonald with the Ken and Linda Ciriacks Faculty Outreach Excellence Award on Thursday, May 10.

Broadway veteran to speak at commencement ceremonies

May 3, 2007

André De Shields will address new graduates at his alma mater, the University of Wisconsin–Madison, during commencement weekend, Friday-Sunday, May 18-20.

UW-Madison bestows honorary degrees on two scientists

May 3, 2007

One of the first African Americans to earn a Ph.D. in behavioral neuroscience and a Nobel laureate who introduced the world to electricity-conducting plastics will receive honorary degrees during spring commencement ceremonies at the University of Wisconsin–Madison.

Wisconsin Alumni Association announces 2007 distinguished alumni

May 1, 2007

The Wisconsin Alumni Association announced the 2007 Distinguished Alumni Award recipients to be recognized at a program in their honor on Thursday, May 10, at 5 p.m. at the Wisconsin Union Theater in Madison.

Alumni association presents distinguished graduates with awards

April 10, 2007

By Candice Gaukel Andrews This year’s Distinguished Alumni Awards program will mark the 71st year that the Wisconsin Alumni Association…

Wisconsin Alumni Association takes UW across the state

March 15, 2007

In the spirit of the Wisconsin Idea, the Wisconsin Alumni Association (WAA) will be in cities statewide this spring educating, entertaining and talking with alumni about the University of Wisconsin–Madison.

Alums to provide home-cooked meal to UW students; with a side of networking

March 8, 2007

Dinners On Wisconsin! (DOW!) provides UW?Madison undergraduates a chance to learn more about their career field of interest by inviting them into the homes of UW graduates to discuss and explore their particular career choice over dinner.

Honoring Morgridge Center’s 10th anniversary

February 28, 2007

The Morgridge Center for Public Service celebrates 10 years at the University of Wisconsin–Madison this year. In the spirit of recognizing past service efforts at UW–Madison and in the Madison community, 10 notable contributions the Morgridge Center has helped achieve since its inception are highlighted.