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Category: Campus life
New campus organization prepares UW students for music industry
Recent graduate Jake Walczyk started Madison Industry for Madison Students to fill a void plaguing the music scene on campus. He asked himself why this club was needed on campus and what purpose should it serve.
WOW! Scary-looking clouds shared by college students, professors take over internet
Imagine the following scene: You exit your house, look at the sky and notice something quite different happening. You watch again and get scared as you think that it is a tornado forming.
Photos: Spooky ‘Flying Saucer’ Shelf Cloud Spotted Over Wisconsin
Imagine waking up to this: Residents of Madison, Wisconsin were greeted by a sinister-looking “flying saucer” shelf cloud formation as thunderstorms rolled through the state Thursday morning.
‘Both and Tolerance Innovation’: New artwork on UW-Madison campus
A new art installation on State Street on Tuesday, and it’s has been nearly three years in the making.
New sculpture installed on Library Mall
After part of it was covered with blue tarps for months, a new sculpture was completed on Library Mall.
Field House exterior renovation projects planned to begin in early 2020 gain approval
Projects to clean up the exterior of the University of Wisconsin Field House and construct a new plaza outside its south doors have been given a thumbs-up.
Welcome to campus
In mid-March Madison learned that a much-maligned spire will disappear from Camp Randall. But lost in the excitement is news that it’s part of a plan to renovate the nearby Field House and create a large, new, outdoor gathering place.
NBC Political Director says Wisconsin is a focus in 2020 presidential election
Chuck Todd, NBC’s Political Director, was in Madison speaking to recent graduates of UW Madison’s journalism school.
Steve Miller receives honorary UW degree
The honorees are legendary musician Steve Miller, a 2016 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, and pioneering scientist Thomas Brock, whose research helped usher in modern molecular biology.
Watt gives inspirational commencement speech at UW-Madison graduation
The Waukesha, Wisconsin native attended UW-Madison from 2008-10. He left school a year early to enter the NFL Draft where he was selected No. 11 overall to the Houston Texans.
UW-Madison Class of 2019 celebrates spring commencement
“I’ve been on the verge of tears for the whole ceremony,” said Leah Johnson, a new graduate. “I can’t wait to start my life. I’m relieved, I’m just, I’m just happy and sad.”
J.J. Watt visits children’s hospital after UW commencement
After former Wisconsin Badger football player J.J. Watt gave an inspirational commencement speech at the UW-Madison graduation on Saturday, he made a surprise appearance. The NFL star visited the American Family Children’s Hospital in the afternoon. Watt took a picture with a friend upon his arrival, as the intimidating lineman shared a wholesome moment with baby Grayson Maynard.
Former Sen. Kohl donates $10 million to UW
Former U.S. Senator of Wisconsin Herb Kohl donated $10 million from Herb Kohl Philanthropies to the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s La Follette School of Public Affairs on Sunday afternoon.
Rock musician Steve Miller receives honorary degree at UW
Rock musician Steve Miller received an honorary degree from UW Madison on Friday. Spring commencement ceremonies were held at the Kohl Center Friday for PhD, Master of Fine Arts and medical degree recipients at UW Madison.
Over 45,000 present at UW commencement ceremony Saturday
UW-Madison’s spring commencement ceremony at Camp Randall Stadium drew in a crowd of 45,300 including graduates according to a university spokesperson.
Mother, daughter graduate from UW Madison with bachelor’s, master’s degrees
Shelby and Stephanie Brandsma, of Beaver Dam, earned a master’s and bachelor’s degree, respectively, from the School of Social Work.
Herb Kohl donates $10M to UW-Madison’s public affairs program
Former U.S. Sen. Herb Kohl and the University of Wisconsin-Madison announced this week that Kohl will be donating millions of dollars to a UW program.
JJ Watt visits children’s hospital in Madison
After delivering the commencement speech to tens of thousands of people at Camp Randall Saturday, former Badger football player J.J. Watt visited a Madison hospital, signing footballs and spreading smiles.
J.J. Watt encourages UW graduates to follow their dreams
Watt shared four life lessons as keynote commencement speaker.
DoIT unveils redesign as business strategy evolves
All three UW DoIT tech store locations will be permanently closed as they try to adjust to the growing technology retails environment on June 28.
A UW-Madison diploma, 16 years after dropping out of Madison West High School
More than a decade after dropping out of Madison West High School, and after a series of starts and stops in his pursuit of a college degree, Jackson, 33, will graduate from UW-Madison.
Dreams can have unexpected paths, J.J. Watt tells UW-Madison graduates
As a walk-on football player at UW-Madison who became a star defensive lineman and now plays for the Houston Texans, J.J. Watt offered lessons on pursuing dreams at the university’s spring commencement Saturday.
Herb Kohl donates $10 million to UW-Madison’s public outreach efforts
Former U.S. Sen. Herb Kohl made a $10 million donation to the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s La Follette School of Public Affairs.
Former Senator Kohl gives $10 million to UW’s school of public affairs
Former U.S. Sen. Herb Kohl’s foundation announced Sunday a $10 million donation to UW-Madison’s La Follette School of Public Affairs — the largest gift in the school’s history.
JJ Watt delivers graduation commencement address
Houston Texans defensive end JJ Watt returned to the University of Wisconsin-Madison to deliver the commencement speech to graduates Saturday.
Herb Kohl donates $10 million to UW’s La Follette School of Public Affairs
Herb Kohl is making another big donation to UW-Madison.
Herb Kohl donates $10 million to UW-Madison’s public outreach efforts
Former U.S. Sen. Herb Kohl made a $10 million donation to the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s La Follette School of Public Affairs.
Ex-Sen. Kohl donates $10M to La Follette School
Former U.S. Sen. Herb Kohl has donated $10 million to the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s La Follette School of Public Affairs.
UW students win Goldwater scholarships for excellence in the sciences
Juniors Ryan Brown, Claire Evensen and Luquant Singh are three of 496 undergraduates around the country to receive Goldwater scholarships, out of 1,223 sophomores and juniors nominated.
Weather looks good for UW graduation this weekend
If you are heading to Camp Randall Stadium for the UW-Madison commencement Saturday, the weather couldn’t be better.
Friday Morning Sprint
The University of Wisconsin Madison is hosting its spring commencement this weekend.
Donald Hayes finishes the job – gets his degree
More than a decade after his retirement from football, Hayes returned to Madison to complete his degree in Afro-American Studies.
Katie Couric, Russell Wilson and Steven Levitan: Watch over 10 years of UW commencement speakers
A collection of commencement videos.
Things you’ll need to consider if you plan to drive to UW’s commencement
It’s commencement weekend for the class of 2019 at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
Program brings crime victims face to face with perpetrators
A unique program at the University of Wisconsin Law School brings crime victims and the criminals convicted of those crimes face to face. Forgiveness is not the point of the program, but it happens and it’s not always the convict asking for forgiveness as Scott Pelley finds out on the next edition of 60 Minutes, Sunday, May 12 at 7:00 p.m., ET/PT on CBS.
Trash, the Library and a Worn, Brown Table: The 2019 College Essays on Money
“Life is a processof accepting the messes and learning to clean them up.”
That’s according to Kelley Schlise, a plumber’s daughter who will attend the University of Wisconsin-Madison in the fall.
Hers is one of five college application essays about work, class and money selected by our money columnist Ron Leiber after his sixth annual callout to high school seniors.
More than a meal
It’s a typical Wednesday evening for Slow Food UW volunteers in South Madison. Children enrolled in the Odyssey Explorers program are playing a board game while their parents attend classes in the UW Odyssey Project, a college humanities program for adults facing economic barriers.
Donald Hayes finishes the job – gets his degree
MADISON – Donald Hayes will graduate from the University of Wisconsin Saturday fulfilling a journey that went more than two decades.
UW-Madison names new dean of students
“I’m passionate about the Wisconsin Experience and ensuring that all students have the tools and resources they need to succeed,” she says. “After growing up and attending college in Minnesota, I’m thrilled to get to become a Badger.”
UW-Madison announces new dean of students
Christina Olstad was named the new dean of students at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, a release announced Tuesday.
I graduated UW-Madison… now what? Alumni group to welcome new grads to network 440,000+ strong
Job search, mentorship programs available.
New UW dean of students ‘thrilled to be a Badger’
Christina Olstad, currently the interim assistant vice president for student affairs, housing and residence life at Towson University in Maryland, will begin her new job as dean of students at UW-Madison on July 1.
UW announces new dean of students
Christina Olstad brings nearly 20 years of experience in higher education.
Amid national measles outbreak, UW-Madison weighs requiring vaccinations
UW-Madison is one of a handful of universities in the Big 10 that do not require students to get the measles, mumps and rubella vaccine. But with measles outbreaks in several other states, university health officials are discussing whether their vaccination recommendation to students should be a requirement.
UW-Madison Class of 2019 Gift celebrates women of the past
On Monday, the University of Wisconsin-Madison Class of 2019 unveiled its gift of a sculpture that pays homage to women who attended UW.
UW professor wins prestigious scientific prize, could be precursor to Nobel prize
A UW-Madison professor who won the prestigious Passano Fellow award, as well as a second major prize earlier, could be in line for a Nobel prize. Robert Fettiplace, professor of neuroscience at the UW School of Medicine and Public Health, won the 2019 Passano Fellow award for research into the mechanics of hearing.
Wisconsin Union debuts dairy-themed Terrace chairs to fundraise for UW Vet Medicine project
The Wisconsin Union is milking the popularity of its sunburst style Terrace chairs to raise money for the UW School of Veterinary Medicine’s expansion project.
Limited edition Terrace chair to benefit UW vet school
The UW School of Veterinary Medicine is fundraising so they can double the size of their small animal hospital, and the Wisconsin Union is stepping in to help. WU Director Mark Guthier and School of Veterinary Medicine Associate Dean Kristi Thorson talk about the specially made chair.
UW-Madison Class of 2019 Gift celebrates women of the past
On Monday, the University of Wisconsin-Madison Class of 2019 unveiled its gift of a sculpture that pays homage to women who attended UW.
11-year-old raising money through crocheting gives lesson to UW Surgeons
Jonah Larson, an 11-year-old from Lacrosse, has been getting attention from around the world for his crochet creations he sells to raise money for a Madison non-profit.
‘I want to be a surgeon’: Crochet prodigy tests his suture skills at UW Hospital
Jonah Larson has one of the firmest handshake of any 11-year-old you’ll ever meet. He might rival most adults in that regard.
Change of plans: UW-Madison real estate major will pursue start-up app after graduation
MADISON, Wis. – UW-Madison senior Jack Pawlik majored in real estate, but will pursue an entirely different career after graduation as co-founder of a start-up app.
Wisconsin-made sensor heads to Smithsonian
A Wisconsin-made sensor part of a cosmic observatory that was buried beneath the South Pole is on its way to the Smithsonian.
UW Veterinary Care Center helps dozens of K-9s get back to work
The UW Veterinary Center offers discounted procedures to law enforcement dogs,
Piece of UW-Madison history headed to Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum
The IceCube Neutrino Observatory, an international research collaboration led by UW-Madison, buried more than 5,000 sensors beneath sheets of ice at the South Pole over a period of seven Antarctic summers that began in 2004.
‘Big enough to fit Bucky Badger’: J.J. Watt’s custom gown a 1st for University Book Store
In the 30 years that the University Book Store has provided graduation gowns to UW-Madison’s commencement speakers, company president Pat McGowan cannot recall needing to order a custom-size gown.
J.J. Watt is giving the commencement speech at UW-Madison, and he needed a giant custom-made gown
J.J. Watt is returning to the University of Wisconsin, where he played football his sophomore and junior years before being drafted.
UW’s student activism: Past, present and future
Megan Miller, the Morgridge Center for Public Service assistant director for civic engagement and communications, said there’s a need to build a lasting commitment to civic engagement in the student body
Native American historian discusses missing, murdered indigenous women
Brugel said this event, hosted by Wunk Sheek, Movimiento Estudiantil Chicanx de Aztlán and PAVE, is especially important because Native women are often left out of the discussion about sexual assault.