Lily’s Classic celebrated its 11th year as hundreds of attendees slip-slided their way onto Lake Mendota, raising money through a four-versus-four “boot hockey” tournament to benefit Lily’s Fund, which supports epilepsy research at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
Category: Campus life
Capital Cafe open Monday after ‘deep cleaning’ removes potential Typhoid exposure
UHS and Environment, Health & Safety said they were notified of a typhoid fever case in a campus member who worked at Capital Café, inside of Grainger Hall, while infectious. UHS sent the email to campus members who visited Capital Café on Jan. 29 or 30.
Vos calls for ‘intellectual diversity,’ decentering racial DEI at UW-Madison
Assembly Speaker Robin Vosaims to remove racial DEI efforts and steer toward conservative inclusion at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
UW football to play Iowa on Homecoming Oct 11
The Badgers have won 10 of its last 11 homecoming matchups and last hosted Iowa for Homecoming in 2021. Wisconsin won 27-7 over the No. 7 Hawkeyes.
UW-Madison professor highlights product placement and coffee culture in Korean dramas during talk
University of Wisconsin-Madison professor of Korean Studies Grace Jung discussed the prevalence of food product placement and coffee culture in K-dramas during her talk sponsored by the Center for East Asian Studies.
State officials say colleges can do more to improve student mental health
The Office of Children’s Mental Health released new recommendations this week for students, parents and colleges to improve mental health and sense of belonging on campus.
Lawmakers debate measure requiring state employees to return to in-office working
Last year, an analysis released by the nonpartisan Legislative Audit Bureau found most state agencies and University of Wisconsin institutions allowed employees to work from home up to five days a week and one-third or less of workstations in state offices were being used during auditors’ visits.
Based on six visits to 15 agencies and University of Wisconsin System offices between July and August 2023, the highest percentage of workstations being used was 34.5% at the Office of the Commissioner of Insurance. The audit was released in December 2023.
UW-Madison leaders: NIH cuts threaten medical research for public good
University of Wisconsin-Madison leadership is warning of potential negative impacts over the Trump Administration’s decision to cut funds related to medical and public health research.
PHOTOS: 2025 Winter Carnival returns to the ice!
Photos from UW-Madison’s Winter Carnival.
Takeaways from Palestinian-American author, comedian Amer Zahr’s WUD lecture
Growing up Arab in the U.S., media biases, Islamophobia, war in Gaza.
Lighting Lakeshore Path? More time between classes? ASM adds 5 non-binding referendums to spring election
ASM added five non-binding referendums to the spring student elections Wednesday with the intention of using positive results to bolster advocacy efforts.
CHASA’s Lunar New Year party goes off with a bang
Chinese students and community members celebrated the Lunar New Year with friends, family and good food Saturday night.
All-Campus Leadership Conference to offer leadership insights, connections
Hosted by the University of Wisconsin Student Leadership Program, this free event offers students of all leadership backgrounds the chance to learn from nationally recognized speakers, engage in dynamic breakout sessions and connect with professionals across multiple industries, according to the Wisconsin Involvement Network.
Search for two new UW ombuds begins
The University of Wisconsin Ombuds Office and Provost Charles Isbell are conducting a search for two new Ombud positions, as announced on Feb. 5.
UW invites Marissa Bode to speak in celebration of Black History Month
In celebration of Black History Month at the University of Wisconsin, the UW Black Cultural Center invited Los Angeles-based actress Marissa Bode to speak on intersectionality at Memorial Union on Wednesday, Feb. 5.
Mazomanie native discusses experience starring in Wicked for Black History Month
A Mazomanie native, who was featured in the film Wicked, was one of several keynote speakers who spoke at UW Madison’s Black History Month Wednesday night. Marissa Bode talked about her journey and experiences being an advocate for authentic representation for people with disabilities in the arts.
‘You can’t get rid of trans people’: UW-Madison experts, students respond to Trump’s two-gender order
The executive order rejects the existence of intersex people and denies transgender, intersex and nonbinary Americans gender affirming healthcare and resources, possibly leading to increased sexual assault, violence and suicide rates.
UW to host 26th Annual Evening of Storytelling Feb. 7, shedding light on Indigenous languages and storytelling
This year’s featured storytellers, Yaari Walker (Yupik) and Valerie Barber (Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe), and Neil Cantemaza McKay (Dakota) are dedicated to preserving and revitalizing Indigenous languages and traditions.
Full list of UW Winter Carnival events 2025
The annual UW Winter Carnival will begin on Thursday, February 6 with events going through Sunday, February 9.
Winter Carnival returns to Memorial Union
Winter Carnival highlights Wisconsin’s winter traditions.
Self-advocates: UW students with disabilities fight for access, inclusion on campus
‘I have succeeded in college not in spite of my disabilities, but alongside being a disabled student,’ UW student says.
UW-Madison dining halls offering boba tea at select locations
Drinks with boba will be available at the Southeast Cafe inside Gordon Avenue Market and at the Bean and Creamery inside Four Lakes Market during opening hours.
UW-Madison brings Bollywood to Wisconsin
Saturday night was a Bollywood blockbuster come to life at UW-Madison’s Shannon Hall, set to a cinematic soundtrack of jingling jewelry and rapturous applause.
UW Law School panel discusses free speech on campuses since pro-Palestine encampments
The University of Wisconsin Law School hosted a panel Wednesday analyzing universities’ reactions to pro-Palestine encampments last spring.
South Asian dance competition hosted at UW-Madison draws hundreds from across the country
Competitive Desi dance teams from across the country performed at Aa Dekhen Zara, an annual dance competition held at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, followed by local South Asian acapella and dance teams.
Country artist Morgan Wallen adds second show to Camp Randall tour stop
Country artist Morgan Wallen has added a second show to his Camp Randall tour stop this summer, according to a post from the UW Badgers’ X account Wednesday.
Morgan Wallen adds second Camp Randall concert
You asked and he listened — Country superstar Morgan Wallen added an additional show at Camp Randall. Wallen’s second concert will be June 29, following his first concert on June 28.
UW-Madison students embrace innovation and sustainability in cannabis science course
Social media has been ablaze after @badgerbarstool posted that UW-Madison is “now offering” a course on the science of cannabis, but the course has been offered on campus for years.
Bucky’s Blood Drive returns to Madison
American Red Cross to partner with UW, supply blood to hospitals during winter.
Donzaleigh Abernathy headlines 2025 MLK Symposium
Given her proximity, Abernathy’s speech gave personal insight into King’s impact on her life. “He [King] had like a light bulb on inside of him, and when he walked into the room, everyone turned because you noticed him,” Abernathy said. “He was special. I don’t know any other way to tell you … and as a kid, I loved him.”
After UW-Madison demotes top diversity official, legislators are split on a DEI financial crackdown
Reactions to Dr. LaVar Charleston’s removal tow party lines as politicians look to state DEI audits for answers.
Lily’s Classic expected to return after last year’s cancellation
Sigma Alpha Epsilon’s annual boot hockey tournament is set to return this year, with organizers keeping a close eye on weather conditions to ensure safety.
UW-Madison: Black community concerns still crucial despite turmoil
Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin said she wanted a plan early this year to implement recommendations to improve the Black community experience at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. That process may take longer, though, after a shakeup in leadership.
Donzaleigh Abernathy to be featured speaker at tonight’s 2025 MLK Symposium
Actress, author, and activist Donzaleigh Abernathy will be the featured speaker at the 2025 MLK Symposium tonight, 5:30-7 p.m. at Shannon Hall in the UW-Memorial Union.
UW-Madison anthroplogy professor recipient of this year’s Distinguished Explorer Award
Dr. John Hawks is paleoanthropologist and chair of the department of anthropology and Vilas-Borghesi Distinguished Achievement Professor.
Country star brings 2nd concert tour to Camp Randall Stadium for summer of 2025
Country star Morgan Wallen will play at the University of Wisconsin football venue June 28 with special guests Miranda Lambert and Ella Langley.
ASM voices concern about demotion of UW-Madison’s top diversity official
The Associated Students of Madison discussed the demotion of the university’s top diversity official, the search for a new University of Wisconsin-Madison Police Department chief and potential referendums in the first meeting of the semester.
Author John Green to speak in UW-Madison
Known for his educational YouTube web series “Crash Course,” Author John Green is taking his speaking talents to UW-Madison on Tuesday, Feb, 18.
Has food insecurity improved at UW-Madison over the last year?
Despite a new Basic Needs Website and improved access to resources, students say the University must do more to provide for food insecure students.
Because it’s Wisconsin, these people spent a sub-zero Tuesday outdoors
UW-Madison students hoping to see their first classes of the semester canceled saw those hopes dashed Tuesday, when no word of any closings issued from Bascom Hall.
Milwaukee immigration advocates stress need to know rights as first Trump orders roll out
Meanwhile, about five to 10 University of Wisconsin law students are preparing for a visit to the Dodge County Detention Facility, where people facing deportation are detained. Erin Barbato, director of the UW Immigrant Justice Clinic, said the goal is to be thoughtful in the information they share with clients about the Trump orders.
UW-Madison students bundle up for first day of spring classes despite extreme cold
The University of Wisconsin-Madison kicked off its spring semester with freezing temperatures. University policy encourages normal operations whenever campus buildings are accessible, and safety precautions can be taken.
UW students start spring semester in the negatives
UW students face frigid temperatures on first day of spring classes.
15 essential UW terms every Badger should know
The Terrace: Short for “The Memorial Union Terrace,” this is a popular spot outside Memorial Union with its iconic colorful chairs where students hang out and study with a beautiful view of Lake Mendota.
While many Wisconsin schools have announced Tuesday closures, UW-Madison plans to ‘operate normally’ despite extreme cold
While many Wisconsin schools — including Madison College and the Madison Metropolitan School District — have already announced Tuesday closures due to the extreme cold, the University of Wisconsin-Madison is planning to “operate normally.”
Here’s how the Madison area will be celebrating Martin Luther King Day
Martin Luther King Jr. Community Dinner: The MLK Jr. Coalition hosts this annual event and buffet dinner, 4:30 to 7 p.m. Friday at UW Gordon Dining and Event Center, 770 W. Dayton St. Meet neighbors, share in the spirit of Dr. King and hear music from WYSO Music Makers at 6:15 p.m.
MLK Symposium 2025: Donzaleigh Abernathy, the youngest daughter of Civil Rights Movement co-founder Rev. Dr. Ralph Abernathy and goddaughter of Martin Luther King Jr., is the featured speaker in this special event honoring King’s legacy, 5:30 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, in Shannon Hall, Memorial Union, 800 Langdon St. Hosted by the UW-Madison Student Affairs and the Division of Diversity, Equity and Educational Achievement.
‘Adulting’ classes offered by UW-Extension
Offering classes under the broad umbrella of “independent living skills” are people like Amanda Kostman, a family living educator with the University of Wisconsin-Extension’s Human Development and Relationships Institute.
Make plans to be outside: Winter Carnival returns this February
The Winter Carnival returns Feb. 6-9 outside the Wisconsin Union with over 30 events for everyone in the family. Mostly free indoor and outdoor activities and events will be outside the union, marking this year its 85th anniversary.
UW Foundation responds to pro-Palestinian protesters’ calls to divest
Mike Knetter, now the former CEO of the Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association, said in an interview with the Cap Times that he and Paul Shain, the WFAA’s board chair, met with representatives from Students for Justice in Palestine about their concerns after the encampment came down. “We do think about these issues, of course,” Knetter said. “But … we’re not going to let third parties dictate to us what we can or can’t do with donor money. … We don’t think that’s the right way to treat our donors.”
He dropped out of UW in 1999. A new program covering college costs for Native students brought him back
Schuyler, who is an enrolled Oneida Nation citizen, earned a scholarship to attend the University of Wisconsin-Madison in the 1990s. He dropped out when he was 21 credits short of earning his bachelor’s degree.
The radio broadcast described a new UW-Madison program launching in fall 2024.It would cover not only tuition but room and board, books and other expenses, to enrolled members of Wisconsin Native American tribes.
“That was my sign,” Schuyler said.
Madison changed in 2024, with new leaders, BRT and a shocking tragedy
UW-Madison started offering six weeks of paid time off to eligible employees in July, after the birth or adoption of a child. Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin celebrated the move. “The truth is that this isn’t going to be terribly expensive to implement,” Mnookin said in April, when the policy was announced.
The university community said farewell to a long-standing fixture on campus when “the Shell” was torn down this fall. UW-Madison’s athletics department plans to build a new indoor football practice facility next to Camp Randall stadium. The $285 million project is needed to remain competitive with peer institutions, especially at a top-tier football program in a northern climate, athletics department officials said.
New mentorship program to support Indigenous graduate students at UW–Madison
A new program at the University of Wisconsin–Madison is aimed at supporting Indigenous graduate students through the hoops and hurdles of academia.
UW-Madison winter class of 2024 embraces plurality during commencement
Speakers included University of Wisconsin-Madison Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin, Top Chef runner-up Dan Jacobs and student speaker Sawyer Getschman.
Year in review: How many protesters arrested on campuses were actually students
The University of Wisconsin-Madison reported two clashes with law enforcement on its campus, with 34 people arrested on May 1 at Library Mall.
How Trump got more Madison college student votes than ever
Thomas Pyle wants to build on the momentum College Republicans drummed up at the University of Wisconsin-Madison this semester.
UW-Madison to offer online plant course open to public starting February
It will run from Feb. 1 to April 30, 2025. The course will go over the plant diagnostic process and finding resources to use for diagnostics.
UW-Madison engineering building funds denied by State Building Commission
The State Building Commission denied a motion to allow $70 million in underspent funds to be used for a series of planned Universities of Wisconsin projects including the new engineering building at UW-Madison.
Republicans stall UW-Madison engineering building again, citing transparency concerns
The new University of Wisconsin-Madison engineering building is again in peril.
Republican lawmakers rejected the UW System’s request to increase the project’s $347 million budget by $73 million during a State Building Commission meeting Wednesday. The ask to bump up the budget was based on increased costs and design changes, including an additional floor for business partnership opportunities.
UW-Madison faculty say Israeli-Palenstinian confict is most difficult to discuss
Faculty at the University of Wisconsin-Madison named the Israeli-Palestinian conflict as the most difficult issue to discuss on campus with racial inequality and affirmative action ranking second and third, according to a new faculty survey.
Anti-slavery movement charts its path forward
For his part, after helping to pass Colorado’s Amendment A, Allen decided to enroll in law school. He’s now in his final year at the University of Wisconsin Madison.
“Part of my reason for coming here was to answer some of the legal questions we had about our campaign,” he said. “In hindsight, I see how misinformed people are … One of the things we made very clear in the 2018 campaign is that our biggest opposition is a lack of clarity.”