The symposium, titled “Relations between Community and Police,” was sponsored by the Wisconsin University Union, an independent organization composed of staff and faculty at UW-Madison.
Category: Campus life
L&S academic, career services looking to move above University Bookstore
Pending approval of the University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents this Thursday, the College of Letters and Science and Career Initiative and Career Services may take residence above the University Bookstore.
UW participates in national initiative to prepare students for election
UW has joined colleges and universities around the country in an initiative to prepare students for the upcoming presidential election.
Madison business groups: UW should reconsider Amazon deal, follow policy on competition
The University of Wisconsin-Madison shouldn’t enter a contract that helps Amazon compete with local businesses through an order pick-up point at the Red Gym or anywhere else on campus, local small business owners say.
University moves to terminate Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity
The University of Wisconsin’s Committee on Student Organizations has terminated Sigma Phi Epsilon after receiving evidence the fraternity had violated its suspension.
ASM review adverse effects of UW drinking culture on students of color
Associated Students of Madison listened to a presentation on the impact the University of Wisconsin’s drinking culture on students of color Wednesday.
UW-Madison Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity terminated for alcohol violations
UW-Madison has terminated its Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity chapter over what campus officials described Tuesday as a pattern of safety and alcohol policy violations by members.
‘Hick’ party prompts UW-Madison to terminate Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity
After a raucous so-called “hick” party that violated terms of a previous suspension, the Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity chapter at UW-Madison has been terminated, campus officials announced Tuesday.
Sigma Phi Epsilon terminated for violating student organization policies
The UW-Madison chapter of the Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity has been terminated due to violations of Student Organization Code of Conduct policies.
L&S academic, career services looking to move above University Bookstore
Pending approval of the University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents this Thursday, the College of Letters and Science and Career Initiative and Career Services may take residence above the University Bookstore.
From the Amazon to Madison, new science writer in residence talks power of observation
It took getting a Ph.D. in genetics for Nadia Drake to realize she was more interested in writing about science than practicing it.
University moves to terminate Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity
The University of Wisconsin’s Committee on Student Organizations has terminated Sigma Phi Epsilon after receiving evidence the fraternity had violated its suspension.
UW-Madison fraternity chapter terminated
A fraternity chapter at UW-Madison has been terminated for violating the university’s code of conduct policies.
UW suspends fraternity for code of conduct violations
The Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity chapter at the University of Wisconsin-Madison has been terminated as a student organization for violating student organization code of conduct policies, according to a release.
Rock the Vote and Doritos help students register to vote
College students will do pretty much anything for free food. Rock The Vote and Doritos took advantage of that today on UW-Madison’s campus.
Share of Wisconsin residents in UW-Madison freshman class stays steady
The number of out-of-state and international students in UW-Madison’s freshman class did not skyrocket in the first year after the university lifted its cap on the percentage of new students who can come from outside Wisconsin and Minnesota.
Nearly one-third of new fall students are from outside Wisconsin
UW-Madison prides itself for being one of the premier state schools in the nation. Data released by the university Friday, however, highlights just how much support the school needs from students outside of Wisconsin.
Wunk Sheek highlights community ties in SSFC meeting
University of Wisconsin’s Student Services Finance Committee Monday heard a presentation from Native American student organization Wunk Sheek that encouraged broader engagement and cultural awareness with new events this year.
Sellery, University Bookstore among new options for Amazon site
UW-Madison students could be grabbing their Amazon packages from Sellery Residence Hall, Memorial Library or the University Bookstore, among other new options, for the corporation’s on-campus pickup point, student leader Omer Arain said Sunday.
Almost one-third of new students at UW-Madison from out of state, pay higher tuition
Nearly one-third of new students at the University of Wisconsin-Madison this fall are coming from outside Wisconsin and paying higher tuition, according to data released Friday by the university.
Sims stretched too thin as university’s diversity efforts falter
Within the past year, protesters at UW-Madison have struggled to achieve change. Actually providing the change they strive for on campus can prove to be a similarly frustrating pursuit for administrators.
MPD announces new arrest-alternative program
The Madison Police Department will start a three-year pilot program called the “Madison Addiction Recovery Initiative” after recently securing a $700,000 Smart Policing grant from the U.S. Department of Justice.
Veteran Law Center outfits services to extend reach to more veterans in need · The Badger Herald
Every fourth Thursday of the month, the front corner room of Porchlight Inc. turns into a makeshift law office.
UW officials hit roadblock on way to deal on Amazon pick-up point in Red Gym
University of Wisconsin-Madison officials’ deal to put an Amazon pick-up point in a historic campus building that houses organizations that serve minority and marginalized students was not only politically problematic, it apparently violated university policies as well.
UW-Madison won’t house Amazon location in Red Gym
UW-Madison officials are backing away from a plan to open an Amazon package pickup location in the Red Gym, saying Wednesday that they will find another place on campus to house the online retailer after facing criticism from students and others.
UW officials change course on proposed Amazon pickup spot
University of Wisconsin-Madison officials have backtracked on a plan to put an Amazon package pickup location in a historic campus building after backlash from students, faculty and Madison business owners.
Potential Amazon pick up center sparks controversy on UW campus
The UW is considering signing a contract with Amazon to have a pick up center on campus, but the proposed location is causing major concern.
University Health Services offers free flu shots on Bascom Hill
University Health Services held a clinic on Bascom Hill Tuesday, offering free flu shots to UW-Madison students.
Potential tuition increase raises concerns
Chancellor Rebecca Blank announced in a State of the University speech to the UW-Madison Faculty Senate Monday that she is asking the Board of Regents to raise tuition for out-of-state and professional students.
Heller: ‘Amazon is willing to find another spot’ for pickup point
UW-Madison Vice Chancellor for Finance and Administration Laurent Heller addressed the Associated Students of Madison Shared Governance Committee Tuesday about their concerns regarding the upcoming Amazon pickup point in the Red Gym.
UW limits student employee hours to comply with ACA
University of Wisconsin-Madison is cutting back the hours students can work, and some students say that will make it harder for them to stay in school.
U. of Wisconsin, Responding to Affordable Care Act, Limits Student Workers’ Hours
The University of Wisconsin at Madison will limit student workers to a weekly maximum of 29 hours in order to comply with an Affordable Care Act mandate, according to The Capital Times.
Capacity crowd turns out for debate watch party at UW Union South
An overflow crowd of more than 350 people turned out to watch the first presidential debate between Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton at the Marquee Theater in Union South Tuesday night and then listened to an analysis of the debate by some of the top political experts on the UW campus.
ASM committee grants sexual health group access to funds
The Student Services Finance Committee approved the eligibility of Promoting Awareness, Victim Empowerment allowing them access to funding from student segregated fees Monday.
UW-Madison vice chancellor to meet with students on controversial Amazon plan
A top UW-Madison administrator will meet Tuesday with student government representatives on a controversial plan to contract with Amazon for a package pick-up point in the Red Gym.
UW-Madison student’s delegation submits debate questions
A UW-Madison student is one of the college delegates from across the country to team up and submit questions for consideration for Monday’s first debate between Hilary Clinton and Donald Trump.
Former dean of students expresses concern over Amazon deal in Red Gym
UW-Madison Dean of Students Emerita Mary Rouse sent a letter Sunday to Vice Chancellor for Finance and Administration Laurent Heller to offer her perspective on the university’s deal with Amazon to use space in the Red Gym.
UW-Madison cuts student workers’ hours, citing Affordable Care Act
UW-Madison is cutting the work week of its student employees to no more than 29 hours to conform to requirements of the Affordable Care Act, a move some student workers say will make it harder for them to stay in school.
Ceremony to honor UW-Madison’s Yiddish roots
On Sunday morning, a simple ceremony will be held at the Madison gravesite of an obscure man who was a visionary pioneer at the University of Wisconsin.
Goldrick-Rab talks outcomes for college students receiving need-based aid
Former UW-Madison professor Sara Goldrick-Rab returned to the area Friday to present findings from her recently published book, “Paying the Price.”
UW-Madison student vested in debate
University of Wisconsin-Madison graduate student Jacquelyn Moss will be listening closely to the first debate Monday night between Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump.
University of Wisconsin-Madison Student Government Voices Distaste For Amazon Pickup Location
The University of Wisconsin-Madison student government is asking for the new location for a planned Amazon pickup point in the Red Gym to be moved. Late last month, the UW System Board of Regents approved an agreement allowing students to have items shipped to the pickup point instead of their apartments.
Ceremony to honor UW-Madison’s Yiddish roots
On Sunday morning a simple ceremony will be held at the Madison gravesite of an obscure man who was a visionary pioneer at the University of Wisconsin.
UW-Madison MBA program goes paperless
The University of Wisconsin-Madison’s Executive MBA program is ditching paper and going digital.
ASM pushes back against Amazon deal in Red Gym
The Associated Students of Madison Student Council voted Wednesday to pass new legislation that would call for the university to move the location of a brick-and-mortar Amazon venue to an alternate location, away from current plans to house it at the Red Gym.
Professor of bacteriology named HHMI Faculty Scholar
The Faculty Scholars Program has awarded Jue “Jade” Wang, associate professor of bacteriology at the UW-Madison, with the Howard Hughes Medical Institute Faculty Scholar.
Update: UW-Madison students ask Chancellor Rebecca Blank to nix Amazon pick-up point
The Student Council of the Associated Students of Madison is asking Chancellor Rebecca Blank to reject a proposed contract to permit an Amazon pick-up point in the Red Gym.
ASM passes legislation calling for new location for Amazon@UWMadison
The Associated Students of Madison passed legislation Wednesday evening calling for Chancellor Rebecca Blank and Laurent Heller, Vice Chancellor for Finance and Administration, to find an alternative location on campus for the Amazon Pickup Point.
Chazen exhibit brings poems, letters to life
University of Wisconsin graduate Katherine Keuhn embeds texts in cloth with her hand-sewing that receive an added dimension both physically and in the gravitas of the words.
Center for Media and Democracy executive director talks corruption of the Wisconsin Idea
Before an audience of students, faculty and members of the UW-Madison community, Lisa Graves, executive director of Center for Media and Democracy, spoke Tuesday about the corruption of what the UW System considers a great pride: the Wisconsin Idea.
Live Free creates recovery space safe from drinking culture
Madison’s reputation as a party campus filled with hard-drinking students has long served as a draw for incoming freshmen, and such was the case for now-senior Carter Kofman.
Bipartisan UW System players address community concerns during panel
UW System officials, policymakers, experts and students gathered Wednesday at James Madison Memorial High School to discuss the upcoming state budget and what it might mean for higher education in the state.
UW-Madison faculty uneasy about planned Amazon pick-up point at Red Gym
University of Wisconsin-Madison faculty are uneasy over a planned contract with Amazon for a pickup point in the Red Gym that they say is ethically suspect and could muddle public perception of the university’s mission.
Dear World invites student to share their stories
Dear World, a national portrait project, brought their group to UW-Madison Tuesday to ask all members of campus one question: “If you had one story to share with the world, what would you say?”
Madison Common Council adds additional early voting at the SAC
The Madison Common Council adopted legislation establishing an additional early voting site on the UW-Madison campus for the November general election at its Tuesday meeting.
Moving on up: High-end student apartments are changing more than just Madison’s skyline
Chase Bauernfeind knew he wanted to live at The Hub when it was no more than a maze of girders rising at the corner of State and Frances streets, steps from the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus.
Don’t forget to seek balance in everyday college life
There are 43,193 students enrolled at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. These 43,193 students are trying to complete homework assignments on time. These 43,193 students are attempting to attend all the club kick-off meetings they signed up for at the Student Organization Fair. And these 43,193 students enrolled at UW-Madison are trying to find the perfect balance between school and their social lives.
ASM offers weekly opportunities for students to register to vote
Associated Students of Madison held their first voter registration event Monday at Memorial Library to attract student voters.
UW-Madison program aims to reduce alcohol-related ejections from football games
A continuing program at University of Wisconsin-Madison is looking to keep alcohol-related ejections at their football games.
Amazon deal raises red flags for campus shared governance, student spaces
It all seemed like a fairly straightforward process.The shipping giant Amazon sought out an agreement with UW-Madison to land one of its Pickup Points, which allows customers to pick up their orders on-site, inside the campus’ historic Red Gym.