Trailblazing astronaut Dr. Mae C. Jemison, the first woman of color in space, will present the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Lecture Jan. 21 at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. Dr. Mae C. Jemison A physician …
News & Announcements
McNair Scholars Program Applications due by Feb. 3, 2020
The UW–Madison Ronald E. McNair Postbaccalaureate Achievement Program (McNair Scholars Program) is accepting applications for Spring 2020! Please kindly pass this announcement and the attachments to undergraduate students and affiliates. Applications will remain open on …
At 2019 winter commencement, grads step into the ‘beautiful chaos’ that awaits
Nearly 100 Division of Diversity, Equity and Educational Achievement (DDEEA) program scholars graduated this December (see the full list below). Regardless of whether they needed a ninth semester to complete a challenging degree or other …
Remembering UW’s First Black Football Coach
Lewis Henry “Les” Ritcherson, Sr., 1926-2019 Assistant Football Coach, 1966-1969 Les Ritcherson, an award-winning college football player and Texas high school coaching legend, was the first African-American to join a University of Wisconsin coaching staff. …
Centro Hispano’s Becas Luncheon an Inspiring Celebration of Higher Education
One of the greatest obstacles that young Latino scholars face when it comes to pursuing higher education is the cost. For many young DREAMers, this barrier is exacerbated due to the fact that they are …
Native American Experiences and the Wisconsin Idea
Gabe Javier to lead identity, inclusion efforts in Student Affairs
Gabe Javier has been named associate vice chancellor for student affairs in the area of identity and inclusion at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. His appointment took effect Dec. 1 and follows an internal search. Javier …
Weston Roundtable Session to Focus on Tribally-Directed Collaborative Rice Research
An Omnigap® Approach: The One-Sheet Business Alignment Plan for Leaders at Every Level
December 3, 2019 | 4 P.M. Followed by an informal reception, co-presented by Discovery to Product (D2P) Can your leadership plan be distilled to just one page? Thomas K.R. Stovall, an entrepreneur with over 20 years …
Friday Colloquium: The ‘Tiny Horrors’ of Cultural Genocide
’83 years was a lot of time to cover’: Ada Deer discusses memoir, lifetime of work at UW
Historian and professor Theda Perdue thought she had read everything written by or about Ada Deer. Then, Deer’s late assistant passed away and, as her lawyer moved her property to Deer’s garage, Perdue discovered about …
Diversity Forum 2019: Additional Resources
Thank you for attending the 2019 UW–Madison Diversity Forum! Below you will find links to presentations, handouts and other resources shared by the presenters at the Diversity Forum. Please contact events@cdo.wisc.edu with any questions about …
Celebration will recognize work of Ada Deer
Join this celebration of Ada Deer ’57, former assistant secretary of Indian affairs for the U.S. Department of the Interior and head of the U.S. Bureau of Indian Affairs, as she is recognized for her accomplishments, …
‘Songs of Hope 2019’ will honor UW-Madison alumna’s father and Jacqueline DeWalt
Native November Feast
Upcoming Native November events highlighted
November is Native American Heritage Month, a month dedicated to celebrating the rich and diverse culture, history, and contributions of Native people. Wunk Sheek, the Multicultural Student Center (MSC), and their campus partners will be …
SUPPORT FOR DREAMERS AS SUPREME COURT ARGUMENTS BEGIN
From the Office of Chancellor Rebecca Blank: Today, the Supreme Court begins its oral arguments about the status of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program. I want to restate my strong opposition to …
Chief’s Corner
UW-Madison Police Department Chief Kristen Roman shares her thoughts and views on various police-related topics — covering topics that are relevant here on campus and across the country. Have feedback or care to comment? Send …
BE SAFE, HEALTHY, AND KIND THIS HALLOWEEN
– University of Wisconsin-Madison. Halloween is a holiday well celebrated on UW-Madison’s campus. It will be a busy weekend: Students may choose to take part in Halloween festivities across campus (and possibly attend Freakfest), or spend …
Perspectives: Building LGBTQ+ Inclusion in the Workplace
We each experience life through our own lenses. “Perspectives” invites you to listen and learn through the lens of our LGBTQ+ colleagues, students, and customers. An inclusive and affirming work environment is essential for LGBTQ+ …