Anonymous donors have committed a $10 million matching gift to inspire others to support the Chancellor’s Scholarship Program (CSP), the UW Foundation announced today. The CSP was established in 1984 to increase educational opportunities for …
Month: April 2016
Arrests made in connection with graffiti on and off campus
The Madison Police Department and University of Wisconsin Police Department have made arrests in connection with several recent incidents of graffiti on and around campus. Madison Police arrested three individuals. UWPD also arrested one of those …
$10 million gift announced to Chancellor’s Scholars Program
Great news for the Chancellor’s Scholarship Program — currently supporting 255 scholars in a wide variety of majors and areas of interest across campus. Anonymous donors hope to inspire others to support the program.
Top UW-Madison administrators to receive training on race
The Wisconsin State Journal discusses plans for top campus leaders — including Chancellor Rebecca Blank, members of Blank’s staff, the campus’ vice chancellors, Dean of Students Lori Berquam and UW Foundation President Michael Knetter — to take part …
Black Greek Letter Organizations have a small but powerful presence in Madison
When University of Wisconsin—Madison Alpha Phi Alpha members mention they’re in a fraternity, they can usually guess how people will respond. “‘Where’s your house?’ That’s the number one question,” says member Kenneth Cole, a senior. …
Campus responds with 100+ proposals to strengthen climate
Students, faculty, staff and community members responded strongly to Chancellor Blank’s call for innovative ideas to improve UW-Madison’s campus climate, submitting more than 100 proposals. Suggestions came from a broad range of campus partners, including …
Chancellor Blank responds to campus anti-racism protest
Chancellor Blank thanks all who are fighting for a better UW. Read her thoughts on today’s anti-racism protest.
‘Working at UW’ website created as a UW-Madison employee information resource
The University of Wisconsin–Madison can be a big place, with more than 21,000 faculty, staff, and graduate assistants contributing to our campus. With so many people working to support the Wisconsin Idea, employee communication is …
UW System Regent President announces task force to examine underrepresented minority students’ experiences
University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents President Regina Millner has called for the creation of a UW System task force to evaluate the overall college experience of UW students – with a particular focus …
African Students Association presents Africa Week
African Students Association is excited to finally announce our events for Africa Week 2016 ! From learning how to cook sumptuous African dishes to enjoying a night of dance performances,a fashion show and spoken word …
2016 Wisconsin Without Borders Awards honor eight outstanding projects
Eight UW-Madison projects are being honored for their community-engaged focus on global malnutrition, waterborne illness, Wisconsin Native public health, Latina women’s mental health and more. The 2016 Wisconsin Without Borders Awards honor the work of students, faculty, …
A message from Dean of Students Lori Berquam
Dear Students of Color and Allies, It has been a long few days for me, as I am sure it has been for you. I am now finally able to do what I have done …
Speak out to change campus climate
Creating a welcoming climate for everyone at UW-Madison means speaking out against incidents of hate and bias. Learn more in this short video.
LGBT Campus Center hosts Statewide Conference on LGBT Youth on Friday, April 15
GSAFE, Diverse & Resilient, and the University of Wisconsin-Madison LGBT Campus Center are pleased to present “Safe Schools, Safe Communities: State Conference on LGBTQ Youth” on Friday, April 15, 2016. This year’s theme is “Justice for LGBTQ Youth” and will …
ALC intensive Leadershaping workshop still open
The Accenture Leadership Center (ALC) has a few spots still available for Leadershape and opened participation to all students at UW-Madison. Leadershape is a six-day intensive leadership workshop for approximately 60 undergraduate student leaders and will …
Community Relations Director Mitchell reflects on role, progress
Everett Mitchell became UW–Madison’s director of community relations in 2012. Recently elected a Dane County Circuit Judge, he spoke with University Communications as he prepares to leave the university. Trained as both an attorney and a …
Community relations director reflects on role, progress
Everett Mitchell, UW–Madison’s director of community relations, has been elected a Dane County Circuit Judge. He spoke with University Communications as he prepares to leave the university. “The challenges we face with racial incidents on …
2016 Multicultural Leadership Award Nominations Due April 8
The 2016 Multicultural Leadership Awards (MLA) will be held on Monday, May 2nd at 7pm in Gordon Dining & Event Center Commons. The Multicultural Leadership Awards program was developed to recognize contributions made by student leaders, …
Sims’ Call to Action
Patrick Sims, Vice Provost for Diversity and Climate at UW-Madison, asks the campus community — including faculty, administration, academic staff, university staff and students — to act now to make the campus a more inclusive environment.
Nikole Hannah-Jones to address 2016 Journalism Ethics Conference
Award-winning New York Times Magazine journalist Nikole Hannah-Jones will deliver the keynote address to open the 2016 Center for Journalism Ethics conference at the University of Wisconsin-Madison on April 29. This year’s conference focuses on …