Welcome to all our new and returning Badgers! We’re all so happy you’re here and can’t wait to greet you as you arrive on campus this fall.
There are so many opportunities to explore the campus, meet other students and learn about campus resources during Wisconsin Welcome from Aug. 28 to Oct. 2. Download the Wisconsin Welcome guide on your iOS or Android device to access up-to-date information, track events and more.
Check out the events below to find ways to connect with other students and learn about multicultural student organizations and campus resources. The events are free and open to everyone in the UW–Madison community.
Red Gym Tailgate and Watch Party
Badgers assemble for a tailgate and watch party for the first home football game of the year! Join us for food, prizes and fun.
- Date: Saturday, Sept. 3
- Time: 5 – 9 p.m.
- Location: Armory and Gymnasium (Red Gym), 716 Langdon Street
- Contact: vcsa@studentaffairs.wisc.edu
Multicultural Celebration of Organizations and Resources (MCOR)
Join us at MCOR for a night of fun! Cheer on performances by student groups and learn about the different multicultural organizations and resources on campus.
- Date: Wednesday, Sept. 7
- Time: 6 – 10 p.m.
- Location: Varsity Hall, Union South (second floor), 1308 W. Dayton St.
- Contact: msc@studentaffairs.wisc.edu
Multicultural Welcome Back Block Party
Join us at East Campus Mall near the new Divine Nine Garden Plaza for good food, good music, games and fellowship! Meet new folks and reconnect with familiar faces to celebrate the new school year at our special multicultural welcome back block party.
- Date: Friday, Sept. 9
- Time: 5 – 7 p.m.
- Location: East Campus Mall
- Contact: Gabe Javier
Social Justice Org Fair
Explore social justice organizations and initiatives on campus to find ways to get involved and strengthen our UW–Madison community.
- Date: Monday, Sept. 12
- Time: 4 – 7 p.m.
- Location: Union South
- Contact: SJHevents@studentaffairs.wisc.edu
Student Identity Centers Welcome Receptions
Learn about UW’s student identity centers, meet other students, connect with campus resources and build community. Each reception will have food and new swag from each identity center. Whether you’re new to campus or a returning student at the undergrad or graduate level, we hope to see you there.
Indigenous Student Center Reception
- Date: Monday, Sept. 12
- Time: 5 – 7 p.m.
- Location: Lake Mendota Room, Dejope Hall
- Learn about the Indigenous Student Center
Latinx Cultural Center Reception
- Date: Wednesday, Sept. 14
- Time: 6 – 8 p.m.
- Location: Multicultural Student Center Lounge, Red Gym, 716 Langdon Street
- Learn about the Latinx Cultural Center
Asian Pacific Islander Desi American Student Center Reception
- Date: Tuesday, Sept. 20
- Time: 6 – 8 p.m.
- Location: Multicultural Student Center Lounge, Red Gym, 716 Langdon Street
- Learn about the APIDA Student Center
Black Cultural Center Reception
- Date: Thursday, Sept. 22
- Time: 6 – 8 p.m.
- Location: Black Cultural Center classroom, Red Gym, 716 Langdon Street
- Learn about the Black Cultural Center