Keeping Up with Changes to Federal Funding
You might not know it, but federal funds constitute the largest share of UW–Madison’s budget. With the October 1 government shutdown adding more uncertainty around federal funding, look to the following campus resources to understand …
October 8, 2025Elevating your Impact
Meet the dedicated committee championing academic staff growth Behind the scenes, a dedicated group of volunteer academic staff is working to elevate your career. The Professional Development and Recognition Committee (PDRC), a standing committee of …
October 8, 2025Campus Construction Season
There’s a joke in Wisconsin that the state has two seasons: winter and construction. The same might be said for the UW–Madison campus, where construction cranes seem to sprout like coneflowers, and the bumblebee hum …
October 7, 2025Go Big with Books This Fall
This Year’s Go Big Read Selection: James by Percival Everett The 2025 Go Big Read book, James, reimagines Mark Twain’s Adventures of Huckleberry Finn from the perspective of Jim, the enslaved man. The 2024 National …
October 7, 2025Discounts make the Union a year-round destination for Academic Staff
Summer at UW–Madison is synonymous with the Memorial Union Terrace. The familiar sunburst chairs mark an annual passage that ushers in warm temperatures and lakeside relaxation. While those chairs may be going into hibernation soon, …
October 7, 2025A Sampling of Madison Activities in the Summer
Madison is a vibrant city that comes alive in the summer, offering a wide range of activities and events for all ages. Whether you’re looking for outdoor adventures, cultural experiences, or lively entertainment, there’s something …
June 6, 2025Campus Gardens and Greenspaces-Take a Nature Break
Allen Centennial Garden Located at 620 Babcock Drive, this garden is open daily from dawn until dusk, is free to visit, and is a lovely spot to find a bench and just enjoy the beautiful …
June 6, 2025Ensuring Digital Accessibility: DOJ Ruling and UW–Madison’s Efforts
The Department of Justice (DOJ) made a rule on April 24, 2024, stating that state and local governments must make their websites and apps accessible to people with disabilities. The goal of this rule is …
June 4, 2025Book Notes
At a library conference earlier this year a roundtable discussion, Management in the Age of Anti-Productivity: Anti-Perfectionism and Sustainable Workloads, was facilitated by Jon Jeffryes, Associate Dean of Curriculum, Research, and User Services at Grand …
June 4, 2025Academic Staff Profile – Kelsey Brannan | WSUM Student Radio
Kelsey Brannan Workplace: WSUM Student Radio Station at UW-Madison Role: Director and General Manager What are your role and job responsibilities at UW–Madison? As Director of Student Radio, I oversee WSUM, UW’s student-run radio station. …
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