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Students give UW high marks for encouraging critical thinking, leadership
The National Survey of Student Engagement shows UW–Madison students gave high scores in the four areas of growth laid out in the Wisconsin Experience — intellectual curiosity, empathy and humility, relentless curiosity and purposeful action.
Nicholas gift spurs upgrade from SERF to ‘Nick’
The Southeast Recreational Facility will be replaced in 2019 by the Nicholas Recreation Center, assisted by a $20 million gift in honor of the late Albert “Ab” Nicholas by his wife and their family.
2017 UW–Madison winter commencement takes place on Sunday
Just more than 1,000 students will take part in the 2017 University of Wisconsin–Madison winter commencement ceremony at 10 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 17, at the Kohl Center.
Veterinary students work with endangered cranes
Each year, a group of Veterinary Medicine students perform health checks on the captive flock residing at the International Crane Foundation in Baraboo, Wisconsin. These critical check-ups are essential for providing the best care possible, and the experience also provides a unique opportunity to get firsthand experience working with an endangered species. Video by Craig Wild/University Communications
Jada Kline, winter commencement student speaker, is ready for her Badger moment
Jada Kline, the student speaker for the UW–Madison winter commencement ceremony on Dec. 17, will emphasize the value of bouncing back from disappointments, never becoming complacent and trying harder the next time.
Blank elevates student affairs role
Chancellor Rebecca Blank plans to strengthen student services and the student experience at UW–Madison through the creation of a vice chancellor for student affairs.
Go Big Read seeking submissions for 10th year
In nearly a decade, the common reading program has gotten the campus and local communities reading and discussing timely topics, all with a goal of gaining a better understanding of each other and the issues.
UW ranked first in nation for semester-long study abroad participation
During the 2015–16 academic year, 2,244 UW–Madison students studied abroad, about 56 percent of whom participated in semester-long and yearlong programs. The national average is 34 percent.
System recognizes UW–Madison students, professor
Kevin Hernandez and Ariana Saffold are being honored for outstanding efforts of students from traditionally underrepresented minority groups, and English Professor Russ Castronovo for excellence in teaching.
On 500th anniversary, class examines how Martin Luther went viral
Luther’s "95 Theses" prompted the Protestant Reformation. His message spread far and wide, gaining momentum with each share. His novel platform: the printed page.
Top ways to stay focused in class
With class in full swing we have teamed up with the Greater University Tutoring Service (GUTS) to come up with a list of ways to stay focused in class throughout the semester.
Undergraduates pursue dream projects with WISCIENCE Summer Research Scholarship
The 34 students were excited to find research projects directly related to their field of study, and also to do good for the world.
Annual call for pre-proposals for the Reilly Baldwin Wisconsin Idea Endowment
The Office of the Provost is soliciting proposals from faculty, staff and students for the 2018 Ira and Ineva Reilly Baldwin Wisconsin Idea Endowment grant…
UW senior takes a year off to represent the state as Miss Wisconsin
UW-Madison senior McKenna Collins was named Miss Wisconsin in June, and the title amounts to a full-time job for a year.
UW–Madison joins in Big Ten Voting Challenge
The challenge will help mobilize registration and turnout efforts at all 14 universities. Trophies will go to the schools with the highest and most most improved turnout.
Photo gallery: Multicultural orientation celebrates new Badgers
The Multicultural Orientation and Reception (MCOR), part of a series of beginning-of-the-semester Wisconsin Welcome events, was held at the Wisconsin Union Theater's Shannon Hall, with music and dance performances by members of UW–Madison student organizations.
Slideshow: Let the semester begin
Campus was bustling with activity as classes commenced Wednesday on the first day of UW–Madison's Fall 2017 semester. This was the serious side of the start of the school year, while a wave of Wisconsin Welcome events, including Sunday Funday and continuing into the coming weeks, served as icebreakers.
UW–Madison team earns Hyperloop competition innovation award
The team, made up mainly of UW–Madison undergraduate engineering students, was among the top competitors at the SpaceX Hyperloop Pod Competition II completed Sunday in California.
UW-Madison rises in Washington Monthly ranking of top colleges
The University of Wisconsin–Madison has once again been named one of the top 30 universities in the country by Washington Monthly magazine, rising to 26th overall from 28th last year.
WSUM’s live radio show connects community with local music
Every Friday the Live@WSUM program features two bands, which range from local musicians to artists from across the nation. They perform and are interviewed live on the air.