Together, ASM Chair Billy Welsh, former ASM Vice Chair, and newly-elected ASM Vice Chair Yogev Ben-Yitschak, former ASM Outreach Director, will lead the 25th session.
Category: Campus life
UW students create display on Bascom to combat white supremacy, racism on campus
Display organizer said combating racism, white supremacy begins with understanding what microaggressions are
Book published to honor UW student selected as finalist for two awards
Henry Mackaman passed away in 2013 from bacterial meningitis.
Grad workers speak out about policy changes leading to financial struggles
The TAA asserted UW-Madison has not been communicative enough with graduate workers about the change in the segregated fee policy, among other policies.
Dan Egan’s ‘Death and Life of the Great Lakes’ keeps stimulating discussion
Noted: The University of Wisconsin in Madison has selected Egan’s book as the Go Big Read selection for 2018-’19. Copies will be given to first-year students at the Chancellor’s Convocation for New Students, and the book will be incorporated into some classes. (Past Go Big Read selections include Matthew Desmond’s “Evicted.”)
Bucky on Parade: Behind every Bucky is a team
It was a brisk day in January as a group of 15 people patiently waited at Madison Area Technical College’s East campus.
Signature piece
Since January, Savannah Guthrie and her husband, Scott, have been eating dinner on the floor of their one-bedroom apartment on West Gilman Street.
Big prizes for college students with local ties in a national entrepreneurship contest
A customized adhesive patch for use with insulin devices and a new way to make industrial metal parts using 3-D printing won big prizes in a college entrepreneurship contest in Minnesota for two teams with Madison-area ties.
Long a center for Chinese studies, UW-Madison to host language, culture conferences this week
Hundreds of scholars of Chinese language and culture will gather at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, long a center for Chinese studies, on May 5 and May 6 for a pair of prestigious international conferences.
UW-Madison vice chancellor to step down, return to faculty position, research
Marsha Mailick had been on temporary leave since January, according to the university. Norman Drinkwater will continue his role as interim vice chancellor until a permanent replacement for Mailick is found.
Photos: UW-Madison grads line up for a moment with Honest Abe
For two days each spring, several hundred graduating UW-Madison students wait in long lines for the opportunity to have their photo taken atop the iconic statue of Abraham Lincoln on Bascom Hill.
Lt. Governor Rebecca Kleefisch pushes College Republicans to broaden worldview
Lt. Governor Rebecca Kleefisch visited the University of Wisconsin College Republicans Tuesday to gain support for her upcoming campaign.
‘How do you make good people?’ Not through socialism, speaker says
Conservative radio host Dennis Prager emphasized importance of people taking care of themselves.
At UW-Madison, commentator Dennis Prager says the left is undermining American values
Human nature is not basically good, conservative commentator and radio host Dennis Prager told a packed hall of friendly supporters on the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus Wednesday.
UW-Madison grads follow trend of ‘brain drain’ in Wisconsin
Nine out of 10 out-of-state UW-Madison graduates leave the state after graduation, according to data compiled by the Wisconsin State Economic Development Association.
Dennis Prager speaks on UW campus
Prager spoke to an audience of about 100 for an hour without any issue.
UW-Madison rolls out Badger Ready program for adults with some college who want a degree
The University of Wisconsin-Madison is launching a program to help adults ages 25 and older who have some college credits earn a degree, even if their previous college grades were less than stellar.
UW Grapples With History of KKK on Campus
A new report out from University of Wisconsin-Madison dives deep into the history of the Ku Klux Klan on campus. Until recently, the violently racist organization’s presence on campus wasn’t well known.
Badger Ready offers second chance to complete undergraduate degree
MADISON, Wis. – A University of Wisconsin-Madison program is focusing on giving adults a second chance at higher education, according to a news release from the school.
How Universities Are Dealing With Histories of Racism
An important chapter of America’s reckoning with its racist history is playing out on college campuses. Whether it is pressure from student protests or findings by internal research committees, university officials are having to decide how to acknowledge or distance themselves from racist pasts.
Incoming students largely choosing more expensive tier meal plan, data show
The majority of first-year students living in residence halls in the upcoming semester are selecting high-tiered options in the new meal plan program unveiled by University Dining, according to documents obtained by The Daily Cardinal.
Students to file hate and bias report regarding KKK study
In response to a report released last week regarding Ku Klux Klan involvement at the University of Wisconsin, students have decided to file a hate and bias report regarding the university’s decision to keep the names of members involved in the KKK in the union.
Former UW athletes Alando Tucker, Shawna Nicols lend a hand at this year’s Crazylegs Classic
Crazylegs Classic — comprised of an 8-kilometer run and 2-mile walk — was named in honor of iconic Wisconsin football player and athletic director Elroy Hirsch, and is used as a fundraiser for UW’s athletic department. The Crazylegs Classic begins at Capitol Square and ends inside Camp Randall Stadium.
3-day celebration remembers time when Madison was hot spot of 60s culture
The Madison Reunion will be held June 14-16 with events at the UW Cinematheque, Wisconsin Union’s Memorial Union, Wisconsin State Historical Society, MMoCA, Overture Center, Monona Terrace, Downtown Madison Public Library and the Dane County Regional Airport.
Curious line up to enjoy the ride in UW driverless car demo
With no steering wheel, no pedals, one double-door entrance and little to distinguish its front end from its rear, the driverless vehicle tooling around UW-Madison on Tuesday morning was less a traditional car or truck than a computer-controlled pod on wheels.
UW Union Terrace opens for summer
The UW Union Terrace opened for the season on Tuesday. At 4:30, hundreds of the terrace’s signatures sunburst chairs were placed overlooking the lake.
ASM special election would change start and end date for incoming session
Finals are stressful enough on their own, but for incoming and returning Associated Students of Madison representatives, it’s even more hectic — the new session of Student Council takes over during the last week of classes.
At college decision time, conservatives face tough choices
Jake Lubenow, who heads up one of the largest College Republicans chapters in the country, at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, says he regularly hears from prospective students and their parents who are worried about liberal indoctrination. He tells them that he and other Republicans on campus find being immersed in a liberal environment has taught them to better articulate their views.
Winter is officially over: Sunburst chairs return Tuesday to Memorial Union Terrace
Spring snow storms last week caused much grumbling in southern Wisconsin.
UW Will Not Remove Klan Members’ Names from Rooms at Union Yet
The University of Wisconsin has decided not to remove the names of two Klan members from rooms at the Memorial Union — at least not yet.
South-Madison community, UW-Madison partner to bring resources to local level
A look at the impact the partnership is having on the community.
UW-Madison DECA Chapter wins awards
The Collegiate DECA Chapter at UW-Madison won several awards at the International Competition in Washington, DC.
UW Jazz Week salutes 50 years of music and growth
These days it’s not unusual to hear a lot of jazz at UW-Madison. You can find it in classrooms, practice rooms and concerts featuring any of the Mead Witter School of Music’s six jazz ensembles.
Some day passengers might travel 700 mph underground thanks to UW students’ efforts
Some day, if billionaire inventor Elon Musk’s idea comes to fruition, humans will travel from city to city via Hyperloop.
Terrace chairs returning Tuesday
Community invited to bring out chairs.
UW Madison Releases Report on Racist History
A study group convened by the University of Wisconsin at Madison in the wake of the violence in Charlottesville, Va., last August released a report last week documenting the university’s history of racism and exclusion, including two student organizations in the early 20th century that were called Ku Klux Klan.
UW-Madison DECA Chapter wins awards
A total of 11 students from the Collegiate DECA Chapter at UW-Madison competed in the 2018 Collegiate International Career Development Conference in Washington, DC April 12-14.
UW to reckon with Ku Klux Klan history, but won’t remove KKK member names from buildings
University of Wisconsin-Madison will not remove from campus buildings the names of well-known student leaders who also were members of a campus Ku Klux Klan society in the early 1900s, the university announced Thursday.
Great Lakes book next Go Big Read selection at UW
A harrowing real-life tale about the demise of the Great Lakes has been chosen as the next book in the Go Big Read series of campus-wide book reading at UW-Madison.
UW-Madison names new director of Morgridge Center for Public Service
Earlise Ward is set to take over as director of the center next January. Ward, who has been with the School of Nursing since 2007, will be replacing the former director, Kathy Cramer, after she stepped down to return to a full-time professor position in the Department of Political Science.
Group studying history of KKK at UW-Madison wants action; chancellor commits funds
UW-Madison will spend $1 million to build a history exhibit recognizing those who battled prejudice on campus, following a new report probing the history of Ku Klux Klan groups at the university in the early 20th century.
Report probes history of KKK at UW-Madison; $1M history exhibit planned
UW-Madison will spend $1 million to build a history exhibit recognizing those who battled prejudice on campus, following a new report probing the history of Ku Klux Klan groups at the university in the early 20th century.
Report uncovers UW’s history with KKK, recommends improvements for campus climate
A report detailing the history of the Ku Klux Klan at the University of Wisconsin, what it means for campus today and what the university is doing to confront this history was released Thursday.
KKK study group tells university to focus on struggles of current underrepresented students
After months of speculation, a UW-Madison study group recommended campus should confront its past ties to the Klu Klux Klan by addressing struggles of underrepresented students today.
Earlise Ward Named New Director of Morgridge Center for Public Service
Earlise C. Ward, a leader with years of experience in both health care and helping the community, will become the next director of the Morgridge Center for Public Service.
Study on the KKK: UW-Madison’s history has ‘pervasive culture of racial and religious bigotry’
The University of Wisconsin-Madison is taking steps to improve inclusively and diversity in response to a new report outlining the Ku Klux Klan’s connection on campus.
UW-Madison Study Finds 1924 Fraternity Had Affiliations With KKK
According to the study, “In the fall of 1922, the Knights began recruiting on the UW campus, finding some success among the faculty and student body … The UW’s administration took no action against the group.”
Report details 20th Century history of KKK at UW-Madison
UW-Madison is taking ownership of past campus groups with Ku Klux Klan affiliations. But the university has no plans to remove from campus buildings the names of student leaders who participated in the KKK in the early 20th Century.
The Arb through the ages
Once a farm, almost a subdivision, the UW Arboretum has never been static.
Biennial Neon Light Show is back, first time in 4 years this weekend
Thomas Zickuhr, a UW Instructor, spoke with The Morning Show anchors Hannah Anderson and Christine Bellport about bringing back the UW Biennial Light Show for the first time in four years.
Campus group holds open discussion about prevalence of whiteness in LGBTQ+ spaces
Members discuss oppression, ability to ’erode’ effects.
New course enrollment app to simplify enrollment process
Having trouble registering for classes? There is now an app to help with that.
University grapples with trash disposal as it moves toward zero-waste goal
Every Sunday — after a weekend of campus parties — the UW-Madison student organization Cleaning Up Campus picks up trash on Langdon Street. Each member of the crew usually collects two to three full grocery bags of trash, mostly beer cans.
UW-Madison student group to host Dennis Prager, controversial conservative commentator
A conservative student group responsible for a 2016 lecture that drew a protest which set the stage for new rules that can mean expulsion for students who interrupt such speeches is bringing another controversial speaker to the UW-Madison campus.
UW-Madison researcher named to nursing research hall of fame
Barbara Bowers, associate dean for research and sponsored programs at the School of Nursing, will be formally inducted into the Sigma Theta Tau International Honors Society Nurse Researcher Hall of Fame at ceremonies in Australia in July.
UW students named Goldwater scholars
Two UW-Madison juniors have been selected as recipients of the prestigious Barry Goldwater scholarship, awarded to students for excellence in the sciences.
With “course descriptor” proposal, ASM moves closer to calling for a sustainability requirement on campus
Students hoping to work sustainability into their education at UW-Madison may see relevant classes flagged in the course guide for the fall 2019 semester, as the Associated Students of Madison moves closer to proposing a sustainability requirement for all students on campus.
UW professor discusses racial disparities in criminal justice system, mass incarceration
Patti Coffey dissects nationwide racial inequality, focuses on Wisconsin mass incarceration.
UW senior Jordan Madden wins prestigious Truman Scholarship
A UW-Madison senior active in student government and in ways to make the campus more accessible and affordable is a recipient of the 2018 Truman Scholarship.
Events aim to promote campus sustainability as university, students celebrate Earth Week
Earth Day is celebrated globally on April 22, but UW-Madison’s Office of Sustainability, along with other student groups, is dedicating an entire week to celebrating earth and learning about sustainability.