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UW-Madison recognized for highest overall turnout in Big Ten Voting Challenge
The ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge, a national nonpartisan initiative, recognized the University of Wisconsin–Madison with several awards for student voting in the 2022 midterm election. These accolades included the greatest overall turnout in the 2022 Big Ten Voting Challenge.
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75 million gift supports new engineering building at UW–Madison
A historic $75 million gift will fuel the construction of a new engineering building at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. The donation, made by brothers and UW–Madison alumni Marvin and Jeffrey Levy, honors their late brother, Phil, who passed away in 2021.
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MCOR showcase highlights diverse talents at UW–Madison
Twenty-seven different student groups performed at the 42nd annual MCOR: Multicultural Student Performance Showcase event on Sept. 6 in Shannon Hall at UW–Madison’s Memorial Union. Part of the beginning-of-the-semester Wisconsin Welcome programming, the event showcased a range of dance, musical, spoken-word, stepping and strolling talent by Multicultural Student Center-affiliated student organizations and individual performers.
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New UW-Madison freshmen share excitement for upcoming academic year
First-year UW–Madison students are almost all enthusiastic about their first school year as Badgers, but for a wide variety of reasons.
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Research suggests streamlining regulations could boost clean energy projects on Native American reservations
Streamlining energy regulations on Native American reservations could help alleviate poverty
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David Maraniss named fall Journalist in Residence at UW–Madison
Pulitzer Prize-winning Washington Post journalist and bestselling author David Maraniss will share insights from his career as this fall’s Sharon Dunwoody Journalist in Residence at UW–Madison.
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UW-Madison supports multi-million-dollar U.S. clean energy project
The University of Wisconsin–Madison College of Engineering is collaborating with Dairyland Power Cooperative on a significant clean energy project aimed at benefiting rural communities in Wisconsin. The initiative, supported by nearly $579 million in grant and loan funding from the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Empowering Rural America (New ERA) program, seeks to create jobs, reduce emissions, and lower energy costs.
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Student Organization Fair helps students connect through diverse activities
This week’s Student Organization Fair provides students with the opportunity to explore hundreds of registered student organizations on campus, ranging from engineering and business to yoga. The event is scheduled from 5 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday and Wednesday at the Kohl Center.
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New vice chancellor brings extensive experience to UW-Madison
Dorota Grejner-Brzezinska has recently joined the University of Wisconsin–Madison as its new Vice Chancellor for Research and a faculty member in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering. She now oversees the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research, which manages over $1.52 billion in annual research expenditures, placing UW–Madison among the top 10 universities in the nation for research volume.
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Provost announces new leadership roles at UW-Madison
As the new academic year begins, Provost Charles Isbell has announced several key leadership changes within the Provost’s Office reporting structure.
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Washington Monthly ranks UW as top national public university
The University of Wisconsin–Madison has been ranked first among national public universities and 12th overall in Washington Monthly’s 2024 College Guide and Rankings. This marks an improvement from last year when UW was ranked second among public universities and 11th overall.
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Wisconsin lakes host more aquatic invasive species than previously estimated
Aquatic invasive species are more widespread in Wisconsin than previously thought
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First day at UW-Madison marks new beginnings for students and faculty
Today marked the first day of classes for thousands of students at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, as well as many faculty members. This significant day represents a new beginning and the start of new challenges for all involved.
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Chancellor Mnookin welcomes UW-Madison community with call for connection
Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin addressed the University of Wisconsin-Madison community on September 4, 2024, marking the first day of the new academic year. In her message, she emphasized the sense of possibility that accompanies the start of a new semester.
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UW–Madison announces new State Democracy Research Initiative
Experts from the University of Wisconsin–Madison are available to provide insights into Wisconsin politics and offer analysis on national and state races, polling, debates, and key voter issues. Additionally, UW–Madison’s new State Democracy Research Initiative (SDRI) aims to advance research and dialogue on state-level democracy, government institutions, and public law across the nation.
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UW-Madison launches TV spot showcasing community collaboration across Wisconsin
With marching band spirit and classic Wisconsin scenery, UW–Madison’s new TV spot highlights a far-reaching impact on the state
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Wisconsin Badgers kick off season with victory at renovated Camp Randall Stadium
Wisconsin Badgers football returned triumphantly to a refurbished Camp Randall Stadium on Friday night, kicking off the 2024 season with a 28-14 win over Western Michigan. The team’s fans continued their tradition of being the most joyful in college football, from dancing to “Jump Around” to singing “Buttercup,” “If You Want to be a Badger,” and more.
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New UW-Madison students participate in annual W Project event
Thousands of new freshmen and transfer students gathered at Camp Randall Stadium on Thursday for a crash course on becoming a Badger, culminating in forming a gigantic human “W” on the field. The annual W Project event introduces new students to time-honored UW chants and songs. Students heard from Chancellor Jennifer L. Mnookin, Dean of Students Christina Olstad, Associate Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs Fernie Rodriguez, and Bucky Badger himself. Attendees can also receive a free copy of the new W Project poster when they attend New Student Convocation on Tuesday.
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UW-Madison hosts annual picnic to welcome new faculty
New UW–Madison faculty members and their families were welcomed by leadership and enjoyed brats and burgers at the annual new faculty picnic hosted by Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin on the grounds of Olin House Wednesday. Many of the faculty members had recently moved to Madison, and they were treated to a nearly perfect summer day.
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Wisconsin's new RISE initiative focuses on advancing health
On August 28, 2024, University of Wisconsin–Madison Chancellor Jennifer L. Mnookin announced the newest focus area for the Wisconsin Research, Innovation and Scholarly Excellence (RISE) Initiative. Named RISE-THRIVE, this initiative aims to advance health and improve lives.