The university has an opportunity and obligation to move past empty gestures and truly show that Native American people, their complex history and ongoing struggles are genuinely valued.
This article argues that supporting Palestine is not an act of hostility toward Israel but a call to recognize the shared humanity of all people affected by the conflict. It traces the historical roots of the Palestine-Israel struggle and critiques both the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza and institutional attempts to silence pro-Palestinian voices, including at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. Ultimately, the piece urges students and readers to use their voices, empathy and platforms to advocate for peace, justice and human rights beyond politics.
Joining clubs isn’t just beneficial, it’s absolutely essential to your time on campus for it to be successful and worthwhile. Chances are, most people are just as nervous as you are, but taking the first step to joining a club can lead to life changing friendships and experiences that’ll stay with you forever.
Healthy habits are easier to build at the start of the semester than during midterms or finals. From meal prepping to sleep routines, simple strategies can help students stay balanced, focused and less overwhelmed as the semester picks up.
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. These cuts don’t just setback labs, they hit the heart of what UW-Madison stands for.
Today, the fast fashion industry is worth $114 billion. But the majority of clothes produced go to waste. While this throwaway culture is immensely profitable for corporations, it exploits workers and results in massive environmental damage. How much longer can we afford to produce cheap, quick items? The short answer? We’ve reached the end of the road.
Today, the fast fashion industry is worth $114 billion. But the majority of clothes produced go to waste. While this throwaway culture is immensely profitable for corporations, it exploits workers and results in massive environmental damage. How much longer can we afford to produce cheap, quick items? The short answer? We’ve reached the end of the road.
For the past couple of years, the Recording Academy has been subject to criticism, scrutinized for snubbing deserving artists and failing to recognize talent in diverse musicians. If the Grammys truly aim to honor the best in music, they need to start recognizing the artists responsible for shaping the industry.
Like many other students, when faced with more than 1,000 clubs to choose from, I wanted to stay in my comfort zone — giving major and career-oriented clubs first pick. But if my experience working with The Vault has taught me anything, exploring the unexpected can lead to fantastic results.
Letting campus serve as a political echo chamber may be comforting, but it will lead students to be disconnected from political realities.
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