Union South 15th Anniversary Celebration Recap
April brought an especially festive (and also busy) energy to the Wisconsin Union, and while a full event calendar is nothing new for us, this month stood out due to a major milestone. One of our beloved facilities, Union South, turned 15 which meant there was a reason to celebrate, and celebrate, we did! April 15 marked the official 15th anniversary of the Union South building as it exists on campus today. After two years of...
Celebrating 15 Years of Union South!
Well, it’s official…Union South is turning 15! Known as the south campus’s living room, Union South has served as a place for our campus community to gather, hangout and connect. The original Union South building was constructed in 1971, and the new Union South we’ve come to know and love opened in 2011. The new building has become a prime location for recreation, entertainment and, of course, food. In celebration of Union...
Must-Do Wisconsin Union Experiences Before Graduation
So, you’re graduating. First of all, congratulations! This is an exciting milestone! You may be wondering if there is anything else you should do before the big ceremony, or maybe graduation is still a few semesters away, and you’re just thinking ahead. Either way, as a graduating senior, I have put together a short list of things to do before your time on campus comes to an end. Whether you are graduating in a couple of months...
Wisconsin Experience Bus Trip: 4 Reasons to Apply
If you’re interested in growing as a leader, exploring the state of Wisconsin and meeting a bus full of new people, a Wisconsin Experience Bus Trip (WEBT) may just be the experience for you. Each WEBT offers participants the opportunity to boost their resumes all while building new connections and exploring new areas. At the Wisconsin Union, we are dedicated to providing experiences for a lifetime, and a Wisconsin Experience Bus...
Inside the Wisconsin Union Pastry Kitchen: Meet Chef Maria Conforti
The bagels, banana bread and many of the other baked goods you find in Badger Markets and Wisconsin Union cafes across campus are made in our very own Wisconsin Union kitchens. Tucked in the basement of Union South, the Wisconsin Union pastry kitchen is home to a variety of delectable creations and a team dedicated to bringing high quality, fresh food to the UW-Madison community. One member of the Wisconsin Union pastry team is...