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Madison police brace for Mifflin Street Block Party

For Madison Police Chief Mike Koval, this time of year means shifting his focus to a particular area of the city close to campus. 

Tweet shows second sticker with racist messaging on campus

A UW-Madison student brought attention via Twitter to a second sticker from the white nationalist group Hundred-Handers, garnering a response from students and faculty Tuesday.

Nelson Institute holds Earth Day conference inspiring optimism, resilience

Presenting solutions to pressing climate change questions for more than 1,000 inter-generational attendees, UW-Madison’s Nelson Institute for Environmental Studies hosted the 13th annual Earth Day Conference at the Monona Terrace Monday. 

American Family Insurance pledges $20 million to UW-Madison data science

American Family Insurance announced Friday a $20 million investment into data science initiatives at UW-Madison, extending the company’s partnership with the university. 

UW System use data, politics to integrate climate change in education

Climate change and environmentally-conscious living are just a couple of the topics that are increasingly discussed in a variety of settings, ranging from elementary schools to international political conferences. 

New student-lead program aims to increase equitable access to the outdoors

With students at the lead, Hoofer Ambassadors places equity and inclusivity at the center of the conversation about accessing the outdoors. 

Cardinal View: Madison can be a leader in urban sustainability

With the growing predicament of climate change and its associated impacts, which were felt across Madison last summer with extensive, destructive flooding, it is important that leadership within the City of Madison continues to make sustainable development a priority. 

Going Green: how UW students can start being environmentally friendly today

As a school with a student body of over 40,000, the UW-Madison community has a huge opportunity to contribute to positive environmental change. The university has gone so far to raise awareness about the importance of living sustainably to even create an Office of Sustainability. Although resources through the Office of Sustainability are available to all students, not all students take advantage of them or are even aware of the office’s existence. As a large school with a proportionally large environmental impact, it is vital that students are aware of ways to live a more environmentally-friendly life. Not all commitments to sustainability need to be drastic. Some students think that they lack the time to create a more sustainable routine, or that it can be too expensive for students to buy products that are better for the environment, for example. But simple changes such as turning off lights, recycling, composting and using the bus can make a difference, and are easy to implement.

New voices: how the new school board could transform Madison education

When the seven members of the Madison Metropolitan School Board gather to discuss their plans for the future after the April 2 election, there will be one noticeable change — everyone seated at the table will be a woman. 

UW should support efforts to include substance-free students on campus

On a campus where you are seemingly never more than 500 feet from a bar, “Drink Wisconsinbly” is printed on t-shirts, shot glasses, sunglasses and more, it can be difficult feeling like you are getting the full college experience as a substance-free student. 

Access to alcohol among concerns expressed in external Greek Life review session

UW-Madison representatives expressed their concerns and suggestions about the university’s Greek community to a panel of experts at an open session held at Memorial Union Monday. 

Close mayoral race, several open council spots: Here’s what to know for Tuesday’s city elections

Candidates in Madison’s upcoming municipal elections are making final campaign pushes before voters hit the polls Tuesday to decide the city’s next mayor, alders and school board members. 

New solar panels on Gordon could save school money, reduce carbon emissions

A collaboration between UW-Madison students and officials to create a more sustainable campus has recently paid off with the installation of an array of solar panels on the roof of Gordon Dining and Event Center, boosting energy efficiency at the university’s largest dining hall. 

Cardinal View: Matthew Mitnick deserves your vote for District 8 Alder

If the candidates for District 8 Alder are any indication, the future of local politics in Madison is clearly bright. 

Badgers Don't Do Breaks: The Grind Really Never Stops

Spring break has sadly come to a close for students at UW-Madison and with it, every student is experiencing the satisfaction of finishing all of the extra homework that was assigned by professors over break. 

Spring clean your home and your mind

Soglin, Rhodes-Conway meet for debate before mayoral election

On April 2, Paul Soglin and Satya Rhodes-Conway will go head-to-head in the election for Madison’s mayor. Soglin seeks to continue his 22-year-long record as mayor, while Rhodes-Conway hopes to bring a fresh approach. They met Tuesday on UW-Madison’s campus at a student-hosted debate to discuss their policies and goals if elected.

Cardinal View: Satya Rhodes-Conway will provide the change Madison needs

Paul Soglin is practically synonymous with Madison politics and has created quite a legacy for himself, serving as mayor for longer than anyone else in Madison’s history. He’s worked toward providing the city with affordable housing, improving public transit and hiring more women and minorities in the city during his 22-year tenure.

The rundown: Things to know about ASM before you vote

Voting for Associated Students of Madison positions is underway. UW-Madison students will elect peers to represent each college as well as matters concerning students. Voting ends Wednesday, March 6 at 5 p.m. Central Time. Students may vote for a variety of positions by following this link. To know what’s what before clicking, though, keep reading to fully understand the student government.