The Day of the Badger returned for the sixth year to fundraise for the University of Wisconsin-Madison. The fundraiser is a two-day online giving event raising funds for UW, according to the UW Director of Annual Giving, Betsy Massnick.
Category: Campus life
Over 2 dozen international students at University of Wisconsin System schools see visas revoked
The Trump administration revoked the visas of more than two dozen current or former University of Wisconsin System students, UW officials have announced.
Gettin’ yippy with it
The Center for Journalism Ethics at the University of Wisconsin–Madison and UW’s School of Journalism and Mass Communications hosted the 2025 ceremony for the Anthony Shadid Award for Journalism Ethics at the National Press Club last night. This year’s award went to The Seattle Times’ Hannah Furfaro, Lauren Frohne and Ivy Ceballo for their work exposing how medical and social service systems are failing teens in Washington.
College students respond to visa terminations affecting Wisconsin international student
A spokesperson for the University of Wisconsin System said the U.S. government has terminated visas for international students at universities across the state, including 13 at UW-Madison.
Trump administration revokes visas for at least 27 international students across UW System
The Trump administration revoked the visas of more than two dozen current or former University of Wisconsin System students, UW officials have announced.
Visa terminations impact students at multiple University of Wisconsin schools
Visas for current or former students have been terminated at other Universities of Wisconsin schools, in addition to those that have been reported at UW-Madison.
Several UW-Madison students, alumni have visas terminated by US government
The Trump administration terminated six University of Wisconsin-Madison student visas and seven alumni visa employment extensions, the university announced Monday.
Memorial Union releases new sunburst plushie as terrace chairs return
The University of Wisconsin-Madison’s Memorial Union has debuted Ray Laken ahead of the terrace chairs making their seasonal comeback. It’s the second plushie made to look like Chairlings, characters inspired by the yellow, “Allis Chalmers” orange and “John Deere” green terrace chairs.
Here’s how a new federal law is affecting hazing reports on Wisconsin campuses
A new federal law is changing how Wisconsin college campuses review hazing and hazing policy. The Stop Campus Hazing Act, signed into law late last year by former President Joe Biden, aims to reduce hazing at universities through stricter reporting rules, penalties and more accessible university reports.
Walker opposes Trump tariffs, talks government spending during UW-Madison visit
Former Republican Gov. Scott Walker visited the University of Wisconsin-Madison Monday to discuss the economy and government spending, despite saying he made no attempt to read Gov. Tony Evers’ 2025-27 Capital Budget.
Day of the Badger is back April 8-9
The annual Day of the Badger returns to the University of Wisconsin Madison’s campus on April 8 and 9. Day of the Badger serves as the university’s annual online day of giving and a chance for the Badgers community to support UW.
Trump administration cancels visas of 13 UW-Madison international students and alumni
President Donald Trump’s administration canceled the visas of six current University of Wisconsin-Madison students and seven alumni who had employment extensions, the university announced. Universities of Wisconsin spokesperson Mark Pitsch said in an email that there have also been cancellations at other UW campuses and the system is working on gathering more information.
Calling for change in Madison
The way these protests affected and defined Madison proves yet again that the University of Wisconsin–Madison is the most important thing about the city. Of the demonstrations listed in this article, only two — against Gov. Scott Walker’s Act 10 assault on public employees in 2011 and for Black lives in 2020 — weren’t driven by UW–Madison students.
Former Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker says Trump’s tariffs should end by Labor Day
Former Gov. Scott Walker says he’s no fan of tariffs but he’s willing to give President Donald Trump’s gamble on taxing foreign imports a chance.
Walker spoke Monday night to about 100 students and members of the public gathered at UW’s Grainger Hall for an event hosted by Young America’s Foundation, of which Walker is the president.
Legendary UW Marching Band director dwells on ‘Moments of Happiness’
“I was blessed with 50 years of having fun — not everyone has,” enthused the 88-year-old Leckrone, who retired in 2019. “I’m still a ham at heart.”
Faculty Senate condemns police violence against last spring’s encampment, calls for restoration of shared governance involvement
The University of Wisconsin-Madison Faculty Senate condemned the police violence against protesters at last May’s pro-Palestine encampment during a packed meeting Monday, with proponents arguing the demonstration was non-violent and the police disproportionately harmed students and faculty of color.
UW international students and alumni face visa cancellations
Several international students and alumni from the University of Wisconsin-Madison have had their visas canceled from the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System, the university said in a statement Monday.
Economist geopolitics editor says China and U.S. must remain economics allies during UW-Madison vis
The University of Wisconsin-Madison Center for East Asian Studies (CEAS) hosted British journalist David Rennie Thursday, who argued that the United States and China must remain economic allies, even as the Trump administration heightens ideological divides between the nations.
13 UW-Madison visas terminated by U.S. government, Mnookin says it’s not tied to ‘protest activity’
The United States government terminated six University of Wisconsin-Madison student visas and seven alumni visa employment extensions, the university announced in a statement Monday.
Several UW-Madison students, alumni have visas terminated by U.S. government
Six University of Wisconsin–Madison students had their visas terminated by the U.S. government, the university announced Monday.
In addition, seven alumni on employment extensions were also affected. A terminated visa status requires the individual to leave the United States immediately.
International students at UW-Madison have visas terminated amid nationwide crackdown at colleges
A handful of international students and alumni staff at the University of Wisconsin-Madison have had their visas terminated, according to the university.
Scott Walker talks tariffs, Medicaid, Act 10 at UW-Madison event
Former Gov. Scott Walker made an appearance on the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus Monday night, and talked with students about a number of topics, including President Donald Trump’s tariffs and the state’s Act 10 collective bargaining law.
UW-Madison wants a new dorm. Early plans explore 3 possible locations
Somewhere on UW-Madison’s cramped campus, university leaders hope to find space for a residence hall with up to 2,000 new beds, the first new dorm in more than a decade.
Gallery: Thousands of protesters gather on State Street, at Capitol to protest Trump administration
Protesters gathered at the Wisconsin State Capitol Saturday as part of a national demonstration against the policies of the Trump administration.
Next generation embarks on science expedition at UW-Madison
The next generations of potential doctors, researchers and scientists spent the weekend getting a close look at all that UW-Madison has to offer.
The event was part of UW’s campus-wide science open house called “Science Expeditions.” The hands-on experiences showcased dozens of science venues, including the UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.
In Madison protest, thousands send messages of all kinds to Trump, Elon Musk
Protesters marched from the Capitol to Bascom Hill on the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus, filling State Street joining the two landmarks.
Q&A: Meet the newly elected campus-area alders
All 20 Madison Common Council seats were up for election on April 1, and some old and new faces now represent the campus-area districts.
UW Varsity Spring Band Concert is coming to the Kohl Center
The University of Wisconsin Madison’s annual Varsity Spring Band Concert is scheduled for Friday, April 11 and Saturday, April 12.
Happening at the UW-Madison Kohl Center, the Badger Band will feature many varieties of music for all ages. Including, “Music of Ariana Grande” “Country Favorites” “Music of Michael Jackson,” “Space Badgers,” “If You Want To Be A Badger,” the signature Badger finale and of course, “On Wisconsin!”
In the 608: UW-Madison Science Expeditions this weekend
Now’s your chance to explore UW-Madison and experience science. The UW-Madison Science Expeditions are back April 4-6.
UW-Madison freshman publishes his first New York Times crossword, after trying for 3 years
For UW-Madison freshman Ryan Mathiason, the 40th time’s the charm.
The 19-year-old business major studying actuarial science didn’t know that most people give up on submitting crossword puzzles to the New York Times after a handful of rejections. For three years, Mathiason kept submitting puzzles, only to wait weeks to get told no.
Student immigration organization offers stability in times of uncertainty through advocacy events
At its core, the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s Advocates for Immigrant Rights (AIR) wants to create an environment where students feel comfortable discussing immigration issues — often a sensitive and deeply personal topic.
Former UN ambassador talks diplomacy, foreign policy amid protest interruptions
Former United States Ambassador to the United Nations Linda Thomas-Greenfield shared tips on conducting conservations on current geopolitical events and addressed the rapid change in U.S. foreign policy under the Trump administration with a packed Shannon Hall audience Tuesday night.
Federal cut to Fulbright sparks uncertainty for future of UW’s lesser-taught languages
Hillary Jones Henry faced tough choices when he received his February stipend for teaching Swahili at the University of Wisconsin-Madison six days late, receiving one-fourth of the promised amount.
UW-Madison professor teaches immigration and enforcement in a divided America
Michael Light, a sociology professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, began teaching “Immigration, Crime, and Enforcement” in 2017 after transferring from Purdue University. An instant success, the class has full enrollment each semester, which Light said demonstrates its relevance in today’s political climate.
Two UW-Madison students with immigrant roots build community through campus jobs, clubs
How two students from immigrant backgrounds find community and support at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
UW-Madison to hold Terrace Chair Return Party at Memorial Union
The Wisconsin Union announced on Wednesday when the iconic Terrace chairs will be returning for the 2025 season. The Memorial Union will be holding a Terrace Chair Return Party on April 18 from 3 to 6 p.m., the day the sunburst chairs and matching tables will come out of storage.
Crawford visits UW-Madison campus on Election Day to rally student vote
Dane County Circuit Court Judge Susan Crawford visited students and volunteers on the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus Tuesday who are working to get out the vote for the Wisconsin Supreme Court election.
“This is a life now:” Q&A with MFA candidate Andrew Chi Keong Yim on poetry, place, and practice
Born and raised in Honolulu, Hawaii, Yim is the current Martha Meier Renk Distinguished Graduate Fellow in Poetry at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, and will be graduating in May.
Police searching for man with knife near East Campus Mall
People are being asked to avoid the area around East Campus Mall after a man was reported to have a knife. At 11:59 p.m. Sunday, University of Wisconsin-Madison sent out a WiscAlert that the suspect was in the area of 105 East Campus Mall.
Can you use a student ID to vote in Wisconsin? Yes, but it’s complicated.
When it comes to voting in Wisconsin, the rules for college students can be a bit complicated.
For one thing, voters in Wisconsin are required to provide an acceptable form of photo identification, and that could include a student ID. But not every student ID is allowed.
State Street pedestrian mall won’t return this year — but the benches might
The experimental closure of lower State Street that ran last year from May through October won’t happen this year.
In a resolution the Madison City Council adopted Tuesday, city staff are directed “to continue a very limited iteration of the experiment in 2025.”
“We need more students in city politics,” Says MGR Govindarajan
District 8 Alder Muralidharan (MGR) Govindarajan was first elected in 2023, while a student at UW-Madison. Now, he works in the state Capitol as a legislative assistant for Representative Christian Phelps.
Former UN ambassador explains why humanitarian crises abroad should matter to Wisconsinites
Thomas-Greenfield — who served as the U.S. ambassador to the United Nations during the administration of President Joe Biden — is bringing her global perspective to Wisconsin for a public talk at her alma mater, the University of Wisconsin-Madison. She’s speaking with the La Follette School of Public Affairs on April 1 about her career foreign diplomacy and how to work better with people who have conflicting opinions.
One week until the Wisconsin Film Festival
Showings will be at the UW Cinematheque, Music Hall, Chazen Museum of Art, The Marquee, Barrymore Theater, Bartell Theater and Flix Brewhouse.
Delivering career wellness education for student thriving
To help students engage in career wellness, a group of students from the University of Wisconsin at Madison and California State Polytechnic University, Pomona—supported by advisers from Cal Poly Pomona—created Tune In to Strive Out, which encourages students to channel their inner potential for future success and collective well-being.
The quiet retreat of centrism: Students discuss political polarization, populism and the middle ground.
Written by Devin Mehta, a student at the University of Wisconsin-Madison studying finance.
Fans celebrate with Wisconsin Women’s Hockey team after 8th national title win
The Wisconsin Women’s Hockey team is celebrating their eighth national championship with fans at LaBahn Arena on Monday night.
Explore abolition and art at UW-Madison symposium
A two-day symposium exploring abolition, visual culture, and performance studies is set to take place in Madison on April 11 and 12.
Ukraine, Gaza wars matter to Wisconsin, former UN ambassador says
Despite her fear of flying, former ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield is excited to return to Madison and speak with fellow Badgers next week.
Thomas-Greenfield first arrived at the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1974 to earn a master’s degree in public administration.
‘I’m just so incredibly excited’: UW Med students placed in residencies on Match Day
Match Day — the long-awaited moment when medical students nationwide learn where they’ll begin their residencies — arrived Friday at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health.
For Samantha Bush, it wasn’t just about where she’d spend the next few years of her training, it was about continuing a mission she started years ago.
Hobbling USAID could worsen conflicts and cost US more, former ambassador says | Opinion
Linda Thomas-Greenfield will speak at the La Follette School of Public Affairs at the University of Wisconsin-Madison April 1 where she’ll share insights from her experience in foreign policy and how it applies to modeling respect and compromise in policy making. The event is free and open to the public.
‘Pet Out The Vote’ mobilizes students as early voting begins
The Democratic Party of Wisconsin teamed up with canines and volunteers at the University of Wisconsin-Madison March 18 for the fourth annual “Pet Out The Vote” event to mobilize student voters ahead of the April 1 state Supreme Court election.
‘This is not just a women’s issue:’ Democratic panelists call on men to support abortion rights ahead of Wisconsin Supreme Court election
Men4Choice, an organization focused on mobilizing men to support reproductive freedoms, hosted a panel with the College Democrats of the University of Wisconsin-Madison Wednesday on the state of abortion rights in Wisconsin ahead of the April 1 state Supreme Court election, highlighting how men should also be involved in abortion advocacy.
UHS warns students as measles cases rise nationally
Executive Director of University Health Services at the University of Wisconsin Jake Baggott says UHS is aware this is a worrisome development, especially with spring break travels soon approaching, and is something they are paying close attention to.
Meet Sláinte: UW-Madison dance group connects students with Irish culture
For University of Wisconsin-Madison sophomore Audrey Catlin, dance is where she feels most connected to her Irish culture. Catlin comes from an Irish family and grew up going to Milwaukee Irish Fest, where she first experienced traditional Irish dance.
UW hosts annual shark tank-style Arts Business Competition
The University of Wisconsin-Madison held its annual shark tank-style Arts Business Competition on March 12 at Grainger Hall.
UW-Madison College Democrats, Republicans campaign on tried-and-true abortion, public safety issues in Supreme Court race
Ahead of last November’s election, the University of Wisconsin-Madison College Democrats and College Republicans campaigned on abortion rights and public safety, respectively. Now, with the April 1 Wisconsin Supreme Court election weeks away, both organizations told The Daily Cardinal their campaigning tactics have largely stayed the same.
Judge Susan Crawford hosts rally at UW as early voting begins for April election
Wisconsin Supreme Court candidate judge Susan Crawford visited the University of Wisconsin campus to host a rally in Grainger Hall on March 18.
New UW-Madison police chief discusses ICE, pro-Palestinian encampment
After nearly 20 years at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Brent Plisch officially became the new leader of campus police Sunday.
Plisch temporarily led the department after Kristen Roman resigned last year amid an investigation into her conduct as chief. Plisch then competed against a handful of outside candidates to fill the permanent position.
‘This building has to go’: Evers visits Chadbourne Residence Hall, Mosse Humanities to hear student concerns
Gov. Tony Evers visited the University of Wisconsin-Madison Thursday, touring Chadbourne Residence Hall and the Mosse Humanities Building to hear student concerns about the building and to highlight his 2025-27 Executive and Capital Budget investments.