Six UW–Madison alumni were recognized by Madison365 last week as being among the “Most Influential Latino Leaders” list for 2021.
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New student organization to create space for queer, trans people of color
A recently-founded student organization is aiming to create space for those who feel out of place in predominantly white queer communities at the University of Wisconsin. Queer and Trans People of Color, also known as …
Deadline extended to Feb. 15 for new LGBTQ+ Studies scholarship
Alumnus David Alan Kaplan and his partner created the new Brautigam-Kaplan Foundation Scholarship to support students pursuing a certificate in LGBTQ+ Studies.
Late-night event celebrates the contributions of second and third shift staff
Nearly 300 second and third shift staff members at UW–Madison had an opportunity to enjoy good food, socialize with colleagues, and meet Bucky Badger at an employee appreciation event on the night of Wednesday, Nov. 17 at Union South.
Transgender Day of Remembrance 2021 Madison-area observances
Each November 20th marks the Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDOR), when we honor and remember the transgender people who lost their lives to anti-trans violence in the past year.
Sami Schalk receives UW System’s Outstanding Women of Color in Education award
Sami Schalk, an Associate Professor of Gender and Women’s Studies, has been named one of the 2021 Outstanding Women of Color in Education by UW System, as part of the organization’s annual recognition of educators …
UWPD Chief: Equity by community, with community, for community
Chief Kristen Roman writes in her “Chief’s Corner” blog about the forthcoming Equity Dashboard from the UW Police Department. Scheduled to launch online in December 2021, the UWPD Equity Dashboard will include key data points …
Katherine Charek Briggs receives UW System award for LGBTQ+ advocacy
Katherine Charek Briggs, assistant director of UW–Madison’s Gender and Sexuality Campus Center, has been honored with the 2021 Dr. P.B. Poorman Award for Outstanding Achievement on Behalf of LGBTQ+ People. Charek Briggs is one of …
Grad School to kick of 2022 Bouchet Society nominations at Nov. 23 event
The Graduate School’s Office of Diversity, Inclusion, and Funding will host a happy hour mixer on Tuesday, Nov. 23, to kick off the 2022 nominations for the Edward A. Bouchet National Honor Society.
UW professor named to national panel that will examine how to make STEM learning more equitable
UW–Madison’s Courtney Bell is one of 15 experts selected nationwide to serve on a new, ad-hoc committee created by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine (NASEM) to provide practical, evidence-based guidance to make …
Trans Monologues 2021 coming Nov. 18 during Trans Awareness Week
Trans Awareness Week runs from Nov. 13-19 each year and culminates in the Transgender Day of Remembrance on Nov. 20.
New scholarship fund supports LGBTQ+ Studies in College of Letters & Science
Alumnus David Alan Kaplan and his partner created the new Brautigam-Kaplan Foundation Scholarship to support students pursuing a certificate in LGBTQ+ Studies.
Hmong American Student Association to host Hmong New Year event on Nov. 12
The Hmong American Student Association will host its annual Hmong New Year celebration on Friday, Nov. 12 starting at 7 p.m.
Veterans Day: The challenges and opportunities of balancing military service and student life
Celebrating Our Community: A late-night appreciation event for 2nd and 3rd shift staff
All 2nd and 3rd shift UW–Madison employees are invited to come together for a celebration to recognize their important contributions to the university and our community.
Native November at UW–Madison
Each year, Wunk Sheek and campus partners host a series of events across the university to celebrate the rich history, culture, and heritage of Native people at UW–Madison.
Annual Native November Feast happening Nov. 9
Come kick off Native November with Wunk Sheek! Join us for a Wild Berries Feast on November 9th, to be held in the Symphony Room on the 2nd floor of the Gordon Dining and Event Center. Come through for some good food, laughs, and to be in community!
Media coverage of the 2021 UW–Madison Diversity Forum
The 2021 UW–Madison Diversity Forum, “Rising Above and Reshaping our World in the Image of Justice,” was held as a hybrid in-person & virtual conference on Nov. 2 & 3 with Dr. Russell Jeung, co-founder …
Badgers well-represented in list of Wisconsin’s most influential Asian American leaders
Badgers made up 7 of the 34 leaders recognized in Madison365’s “Most Influential Asian American Leaders” list for 2021.