A university that encourages independence must also ensure students are equipped to succeed within that independence. Clearer communication of requirements, more proactive advising and improved accessibility to academic support systems are not luxuries. They are necessities. Independence should not mean isolation.
Some spend their evenings attending club meetings, building connections with alumni or socializing with classmates. Others spend those same hours working shifts at dining halls, libraries or off-campus jobs to cover basic living expenses. For students who must work to support themselves, attending a meeting or event is not simply a matter of scheduling. It is a choice between opportunity and income.
There’s something unsettling about the phrase “2026 is the new 2016.” It suggests we want the comfort of the past without confronting why the present feels so overwhelming. We can’t recreate ease without addressing the conditions that have eroded it.
The Wisconsin women’s soccer team ended their season with a controversial penalty call in the 44th minute.
The Wisconsin women’s soccer team advanced to the second round after a tight win over Western Michigan
Wellness isn’t an aesthetic. It’s a responsibility — and one this university must take seriously if it wants students to not just survive the semester, but actually thrive here.
The Badgers dominated both ends of the field from the jump, turning aggressive defense into offense
It’s ironic, as the question, “Will Google ever be replaced?” once sounded impossible, yet AI has already begun to take that role. But as we hand over more of our curiosity and creativity, we might be the ones getting replaced instead.
From the U.S. Youth National Team to the Big Ten, Gilmore’s steady presence has become the cornerstone of Wisconsin’s record-breaking run.
The Badgers’ dominated possession but still need to be sharper in front of goal.
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