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Union construction to cause early Terrace closure

The beloved Memorial Union Terrace with its iconic chairs will close early this summer, leaving students disheartened.

Union South to be missed by many

Built as a peace memorial in 1971, Union South has served students on the south side of UW-Madison campus for 37 years. Although it rarely drew as large a crowd as Memorial Union, Union South has served niche groups and provided a haven for students to study, hear contemporary music and, of course, have a hand at bowling.  

Students say goodbye to Union South

UW-Madison students said their final farewell to Union South at the Wrecking Ball"" Friday night. 

Economy will not deter UW study abroad travel

Mounting the Acropolis and gazing out over the sprawling city of Athens is etched in UW-Madison senior Mike Osberg's memory.  

Young professionals share expertise with students and faculty

UW-Madison students and young professionals listened to mini-presentations from successful entrepreneurs at the interactive Entrepreneurial Deli Monday as a part of Global Entrepreneurship Week. 

ASM Constitution to propose new president requirements

After gathering student feedback from three listening sessions, the Associated Students of Madison Constitutional Committee proposed a two-semester minimum term for future presidents running in the organization. 

Haunted campus walking tour displays history of UW buildings, ghost stories

UW interactive panel discusses 2008 election system and the modern media

A panel expressed both concern and optimism of the social media influence on the face of modern politics, in an interactive discussion at the Pyle Center Monday.  

Students sell thriving company to new owner

UW-Madison student entrepreneurs recently sold the leading student ticket exchange network, ExchangeHut, in a successful acquisition by CDI America and Daily Jolt.  

Law School welcomes former Supreme Court Justice Butler

Former Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice Louis Butler - the first African American to sit on the state's highest court - will begin teaching at the UW-Madison Law School this fall, university officials announced yesterday. 

Business dean clarifies stance on tuition costs

Although UW-Madison School of Business Dean Michael Knetter told a women's leadership organization Tuesday the school undercharges for its tuition, he clarified Wednesday he is sensitive to the financial struggles many students face. 

County plans to invest thousands of dollars in homeless initiatives

Dane County officials announced Monday their plans for a series of initiatives targeted to curb increasing problems facing the area's homeless population. 

First finalist for vice provost for diversity visits campus

The first of three finalists for the position of UW-Madison Vice Provost of diversity and climate visited campus Monday night and discussed his role as a leader on diversity issues.  

Entrepreneurial Deli, alumni encourage 'food for thought'

Aspiring UW-Madison student entrepreneurs sampled food and thoughts from successful business leaders and UW-Madison alumni at the first Entrepreneurial Deli at Memorial Union Monday. 

Faculty accept award, discuss videotapings

UW-Madison received a plaque commemorating its 2007 Truman Scholarship Honor Institution award at Monday's Faculty Senate meeting, prior to continuing its regular meeting agenda.  

Alumni advocate language study for careers

Three UW-Madison alumni spoke Monday about their international careers and experiences, explaining the importance of multiple language proficiency for students entering the workplace.