campus climate

They came from across the country, drawn to an educational institution that welcomed them when many others barred the door. They left ready to launch successful careers in law, medicine, academia, journalism and a host …

Brandon Shields was looking for a way to put his passion for marketing to use. He found it through The Consortium, a program that helps underrepresented students pursue master’s degrees in business administration. The Wisconsin School …

Dear Campus Community: It has been a week and my heart continues to ache from the impact of the tragic event that occurred in Orlando, FL this past Sunday. Many in our country and campus …

Twenty-five scholars from across the country are visiting campus the week of June 13 for the 7th annual Health Equity Leadership Institute (HELI), an intensive week-long “research boot camp” for investigators, particularly from underrepresented communities, …

Students, staff and faculty are working this summer to develop a program called “Our Wisconsin” aimed at increasing knowledge about cultural differences and promoting community among incoming students. The new training was announced by Chancellor …

In March, Chancellor Blank challenged the campus community to think broadly and creatively about ways to make UW-Madison more welcoming to all. In response, faculty, staff and students submitted more than 100 proposals – among …

Students from the website The Black Voice recently sat down for a wide-ranging interview with Chancellor Rebecca Blank. “It’s been a difficult semester and I know its been a difficult semester for a lot of folks,” she …

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 …

The Faculty Senate on Monday approved a resolution denouncing hate and bias and supporting comprehensive professional development in racial awareness and inclusion for all faculty. “This will level the playing field so we are all …

Wisconsin’s Equity and Inclusion Laboratory reports on #TheRealUW and campus climate.

Chancellor Blank thanks all who are fighting for a better UW. Read her thoughts on today’s anti-racism protest.

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 …

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 …

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.

Creating a welcoming climate for everyone at UW-Madison means speaking out against incidents of hate and bias. Learn more in this short video.

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 …

UW-Madison is responding to a March 31 report of a hate/bias incident from a student in Sellery Hall regarding a note containing deeply offensive, racist language. As Vice Provost Patrick Sims said in his recent …

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.