Campus News
Evers, Barnes encourage young voters to engage in 2020 election
Shelby Evans | 04/21/2019 10:03pm
Gov. Tony Evers and Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes stressed the role college-aged activists would play in coming elections during an event on campus Thursday.
Democratic state representatives advocate for marijuana legalization on ‘weed holiday’
Jessica Lipaz | 04/21/2019 10:01pm
Several Democratic legislators in Wisconsin proposed to join the increasing number of states across the country by legalizing marijuana April 20, a holiday recognized by marijuana enthusiasts. ...
Madison prepares for first professional soccer game
Jon Brockman | 04/21/2019 6:54pm
Following the first-ever win in team history, Madison’s new professional soccer team is preparing to play their first home game Saturday.
Search for Vice Chancellor put on hold
Will Husted | 04/21/2019 6:51pm
Campus officials announced Thursday the search for a new vice chancellor will continue into the fall semester.
American Family Insurance pledges $20 million to UW-Madison data science
Will Husted | 04/21/2019 6:48pm
American Family Insurance announced Friday a $20 million investment into data science initiatives at UW-Madison, extending the company’s partnership with the university.
Political correctness overwhelms the left, leaving behind critical issues
Dominic LeRose | 04/21/2019 5:26pm
In a time when millions of Americans are living paycheck-to-paycheck, health care remains an uncertainty for too many, workers are working longer hours for lower wages and the planet is facing catastrophic ...
UW-Madison graduate student shines spotlight on accessible, sustainable theater
Robyn Cawley | 04/20/2019 8:29pm
After spending years on the stage, Cyra K. Polizzi is switching roles to create a sustainable, accessible, feminist theater practice — from play programs to accommodating tour locations.
Investigators call former UW-Whitewater Chancellor’s husband allegations a 'blind spot'
Dana Brandt and Robyn Cawley | 04/20/2019 5:58pm
As additional women are revealed in the investigation documents, former UW-Whitewater Chancellor Beverly Kopper’s husband could have harassed additional women, which proved to be a “blind spot” ...
Madison high school’s response to sexual assault prompts backlash, apologies
Jon Brockman | 04/19/2019 12:32am
Madison school officials are backpedaling after comments made by the district’s head of security drew heavy criticism in the wake of an alleged sexual assault at a city high school.
New report finds mistreatment continues at Lincoln Hills, Copper Lake
Michael Parsky | 04/19/2019 12:30am
A new report found inmates at a Wisconsin juvenile detention facility are still being abused despite a 2018 court settlement aimed to mitigate harmful practices.
