Student Affairs

Who needs ice? Inspired by the winter Olympic Games, Student Affairs celebrated Active Badger Day alongside Rec Well with floor curling! 🥌 While we may not have the next Olympic champion, we definitely had fun.   Should this become an Active Badger Day tradition? 🦡 🥌

The 🐐 Congratulations to @hilaryknight on a historic Olympic career! #OlympiansMadeHere | @badgerwhockey x @NCAA

This Veterans Day, Badgers and the Madison community came together to recognize those who have served our country. See today’s events in photos ⏬ news.wisc.edu/veterans-day-h…

This #UWNativeNovember, we embrace the theme "Live the Teachings as We Are Meant To." Join the Indigenous Student Center this November as we honor these teachings and reflect on how we carry them forward for future generations: wisc.edu/native-novembe…

Richard Lovett started at UW–Madison. Today, he’s co-chair of one of the world’s biggest talent agencies, representing A-list stars. Hear him speak on October 23. Register here: uwalumni.com/events/leaders…

Good morning, Badgers. Welcome to the Fall 2025 semester. We wish you a successful start to your academic year. Let’s begin.

Convocation Day: Where #FutureBadgers officially become #Badgers 👐 We've got a big #WIWelcome day lined up for our Class of 2029. See more details at go.wisc.edu/convocation

Convocation is our official #WIWelcome for new students, where Badgers will hear from student speaker Heewone Lim, a senior whose Madison roots and academic passions reflect the spirit of the Wisconsin Experience. Read her story before Convocation Day: students.wisc.edu/news/start-str…

Juneteenth marks a date of major significance in U.S. history — the oldest known commemoration of the end of slavery in our country. It's a day to celebrate, reflect and learn. We invite you to join events across campus and in the Madison community: go.wisc.edu/juneteenth2025

Rise and shine, Class of 2025 — it’s your #UWGrad day! 🎓

Congratulations to the 2025 Ginsberg Family Award winners! These 10 outstanding seniors were recognized for their exceptional leadership, service, and scholarship. Their impact extends far beyond the classroom, and their efforts will leave a lasting legacy at UW–Madison.

#DayoftheBadger is here! Today and tomorrow, Badger alumni, students, and friends come together to pay it forward, giving back to the Badger community. From mental health support to food access, your gift—big or small—makes a BIG impact. students.wisc.edu/news/day-of-th…

It’s NOT a prank, Summer Term enrollment is now open! 😎 Everyone’s academic path looks different. If yours happens to include sailing on Lake Mendota and studying at the Terrace until sunset, then so be it! 😉🌅 Browse the course guide here: bit.ly/3FM80Cg

Join us TODAY at 5:30 p.m. for the #UWMLK Symposium with keynote speaker Donzaleigh Abernathy! You can join us in person at the @WIUnionTheater or watch live online. Learn more at go.wisc.edu/mlk 🎟️

Resources & support are available to UW students & staff who may have been affected by a school shooting at Abundant Life Christian School on Madison’s East side. We offer condolences to all those in the Madison community affected by this tragic incident. news.wisc.edu/resources-for-…

Student Affairs and @uw_diversity are pleased to announce that actress, author, and activist Donzaleigh Abernathy will be the 2025 MLK Symposium speaker. Mark your calendars for the in-person event on Jan. 28 at 5:30 p.m. in Shannon Hall at Memorial Union. go.wisc.edu/mlk

Friendsgiving is all about the friends — and food, as students experienced at the @WisconsinUnion event last week. Whether you're staying near or traveling far, we're thankful for our Badger family and wish you a safe and relaxing Thanksgiving recess. news.wisc.edu/friendsgiving-…

#BadgersVote! 🔴⚪️🔵🗳️ Students and members of the #UWMadison community voted en masse today, including the first presidential vote for many. See the day in photos 🔽 news.wisc.edu/its-true-once-…

We’re honored (and hungry) to welcome Top Chef Wisconsin runner-up and Milwaukee Chef Dan Jacobs as our Winter 2024 #UWGrad keynote speaker, where he’ll reveal his secrets for life and in the kitchen. (Hint: it’s a lot of 🧈) Get to know Chef Dan Jacobs: go.wisc.edu/uwgrad-cdj

The @UWMadison student campus climate survey closes in just one week. Make sure to complete your survey by Nov. 4! Check your email for the link and instructions. @UW_StudentLife #UWStudentClimateSurvey