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UW-Madison’s financial priorities are upside down

Letter to the Editor: UW-Madison should cut ties with controversial dog breeder Ridglan Farms

I appreciated Daily Cardinal’s article on Ridglan Farms and its ongoing litigation against the Madison-based animal rights advocacy group Dane4Dogs, as I think it is an issue that UW-Madison must grapple with head-on (“Unlawful activity? Dog breeder, advocates spar in lawsuit,” Sept 4, 2025).

Joining clubs and staying involved: why extracurriculars elevate the college experience

Students often struggle to find their place on campus, but it doesn’t have to be that way. The most stressful aspect of college is making friends. Even staying in-state, I found it difficult to meet my people until I started joining extracurriculars.

Why a liberal arts education matters

Classical education, or a more traditional liberal arts curriculum, was the status quo for college students for decades. In recent years, however, fields of study associated with the arts and humanities have been challenged, while professional and STEM fields have yet to face the same scrutiny. This has been echoed in recent cuts made by the Trump administration to university funding, which has had a major impact on the humanities and social sciences budget here at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

Start strong, stay strong: How to thrive all semester long

Healthy habits consist of goals, smart planning and self-discipline. But what’s most important is starting them early on in the semester. It’s about building a foundation in order to thrive during stressful times, especially in the beginning, when you think it’ll be easy. 

What students and the university can do to avoid syllabus shock

Switching from months of relaxation over the summer straight into heavy course loads and overwhelming numbers of due dates is stressful for anyone. Keeping track of a new schedule and planning for the weeks ahead can make adjusting to the new school year seem nearly impossible, and University of Wisconsin-Madison’s current first week setup might be to blame for this syllabus shock. 

The summer slump no one talks about

With a glittering lake at your doorstep, live music humming in the distance and the endless buzz of bars, coffee shops and restaurants to explore, the city of Madison is alive with summer. Yet, sometimes, it all feels just out of reach.

Welcome to Madison: Where students help lead the city

To all the new Badgers just arriving on campus — welcome not just to the University of Wisconsin-Madison, but to the City of Madison! I’m MGR Govindarajan, and I have the unique privilege of serving as your representative on the Madison City Council.

Letter from the ASM Chair: In times of fear, let’s choose each other

As a leader of the student body at UW-Madison and a seasoned advocate for marginalized communities, I am deeply frightened by the state of higher education right now. You should be too. 

UW condemns Trump’s federal funding cuts. It’s not enough.

Since taking office in January of 2025, the Trump administration has cut over $12 million in federal research funding, leaving educators and students in complete disarray. Researchers are struggling, and the future of public health hangs in the balance. This isn’t just a bump in the road; it’s a direct attack on life-saving research and a targeted threat to international students whose immigration status and visas rely on a system that’s actively being dismantled.

Five tips to survive freshman year

Letter to the Editor: What the Gaza Solidarity Encampment taught us, and what’s next

One year ago today, students from UW-Madison established the Gaza Solidarity Encampment on Library Mall. As tens of thousands of Palestinians were killed, violently displaced by Israeli genocide, and forced to live in encampments, our convictions compelled us to stand in solidarity. We could not sit idly by while students in Gaza watched Israel intentionally demolish their libraries, schools, city centers and, in time, every single university in the Gaza strip. The encampment was also personal to us as UW-Madison students: our university contributes to this ongoing genocide through irresponsible financial investments tied to Israeli militarism. 

The new Precedent: How Elon Musk marks a new, dark shift for the GOP

The relationship between President Donald Trump and Elon Musk has become a defining subplot in the shifting landscape of Trump 2.0. Leaks and insider accounts now suggest that their alliance is becoming tenuous, punctuated by the Wisconsin Supreme Court loss, apparent disagreement regarding recent tariff policies and Musk’s growing withdrawal from social media support for Trump’s economic policy.

Cardinal View: Trust your local journalist. Democracy demands nothing less

This is the final editorial this board will publish this year, and in choosing how to sign off, we recognize an urgent truth worth restating: journalism matters. It matters profoundly, especially now, especially here, especially after years of attacks from the highest levels of power. 

To the 'reluctant' future Badger: You’ll be glad you chose Wisconsin.

Right now, prospective Badgers around the country are taking last-minute tours, reading up on different majors and trying to decide whether they can really see themselves walking up Bascom Hill for the next four years. Some students were eager to matriculate as soon as they got their acceptance email. Others are reluctant even now.

Make a sustainable fashion switch. There’s real-world impact

I used to marvel at the idea of buying a top for only $10 — until I learned it was being produced by someone who made less than $10 for a day’s work. 

The Western genre and American identity: 5 Western stories that help define our country

Recent political strife and doubt about our nation’s future can cause uniquely American ideas and experiences to leave a bitter taste. But solace in what makes America a unique nation can be found in one of its most popular genres of media: the Western.

Letter to the Editor: Sifting and Winnowing Requires Evidence, Shared Governance Requires Responsibility

Editor’s note: Letters to the Editor and open letters reflect the opinions, concerns and views of University of Wisconsin-Madison students and community. As such, the information presented may or may not be accurate. Letters to the Editor and open letters do not reflect the editorial views or opinions of The Daily Cardinal. 

Everyone deserves access to a basic legal education

This weekend, I said goodbye to one of my greatest passions: pretending to be a witness in fake court.