University of Wisconsin-Madison

06/24/2026

Since the 1800s, the clock tower of Music Hall has played a central role in keeping Badgers on time. Before wristwatches and smartphones, it served as the university’s official standard — carefully calibrated and widely relied upon.

The story of the clock reflects a moment when precision, science and campus life were deeply intertwined. Today, it continues to mark time as Music Hall is reimagined for the future.

Explore the history of this enduring campus landmark:
https://onwisconsin.uwalumni.com/the-iconic-campus-clock/

06/23/2026

In efforts to eradicate lead pipes throughout the city, Milwaukee is targeting resources more effectively thanks to the Area Deprivation Index. The tool, developed by UW–Madison researchers, helps officials prioritize efforts that improve public health in communities most affected by aging, toxic infrastructure.

Read more: https://impact.wisc.edu/milwaukee-taps-uw-madison-research-to-replace-highest-risk-lead-pipes

06/22/2026

A rainy forecast didn’t keep UW–Madison employees away from their fill of Babcock Dairy Store ice cream.

Hundreds filtered into Birge Hall last week to claim their sweet treat, served by interim Chancellor Eric Wilcots, Provost John Zumbrunnen and other campus leaders. The annual event, which is typically hosted on Bascom Hill but was moved inside due to rain, serves as a gesture of appreciation for employees’ hard work and dedication during the past academic year.

See more: https://news.wisc.edu/a-sweet-thank-you-for-uw-employees/

06/21/2026

Happy Father's Day to all the Badger dads and father figures in our lives ♥️🐾🦡

Photos by Taylor Wolfram & Althea Dotzour | UW–Madison

06/18/2026

Culture isn’t the first thing people tend to associate with environmental issues. For Pitap, a Menominee basketmaker, though, it’s all too familiar a connection.

Thanks to changes in climate, a invasive bug called the emerald ash borer is now decimating the black ash trees that Menominee have harvested to weave baskets for thousands of years.

Learn how a partnership with UW–Madison professors brought Indigenous knowledge and science together to improve how we communicate about environmental issues: https://news.wisc.edu/interwoven/

06/17/2026

Four Vilas County towns joined forces to replace a strained volunteer EMS system with a 24/7 paramedic service, slashing average response times from up to 40 minutes to 13. The collaborative Northwoods EMS District, developed with support from UW’s Wisconsin Office of Rural Health, offers faster, more reliable emergency care — and a model for rural communities statewide.

Read more: https://impact.wisc.edu/four-northwoods-towns-unite-to-rebuild-ems-and-cut-response-times-in-half

06/17/2026

Happy National Mascot Day to the greatest 🦡👐❤️

Photo by Taylor Wolfram | UW–Madison

06/15/2026

This year, UW–Madison is proud to honor ten dedicated staff members with the University Staff Recognition Award — chosen by their colleagues for their outstanding teamwork, dedication to excellence, problem‑solving abilities and innovative approaches to their jobs.

Meet the ten awardees: https://news.wisc.edu/meet-the-2026-university-staff-recognition-award-winners/ 🏆

Teamwork, mastery and innovation mark the work of this year's awardees.

06/08/2026

06/04/2026

Wisconsin athletes know that every season counts, including summer. And for any student who’s trying to balance school, friends and occasional exercise, the same mentality applies.

See how Badger student-athletes lock in on academics during UW-Madison Summer Term: https://summer.wisc.edu/blog/student-athletes-lock-in-during-the-summer/ 🕶️

See how student athletes are using summer courses at UW-Madison to stay on track academically and enjoy life in Madison during the summer.