The “memorial” history of the Memorial Union
By Zach Thomae, Terrace Views student editor The year is 1919, and the past few years had not been kind to the fledgling Wisconsin Union. What could then be called the Union had been kicked out of its previous location inside the YMCA main lounge. An attempt to secure state funding for a new union had been revoked. UW-Madison President Charles Van Hise, the inspiration for the Union project in the first place, was dead. The project to...
Meet Colonel Feucht: Badger abroad
By Zach Thomae, Terrace Views student editor Here, we have something very special. We were contacted by a reader who is currently stationed in Afghanistan. In typical Badger fashion, he has a very interesting story to tell. So, we have for you a portrait of a Badger and Terrace Views reader in action. Colonel Darrel “AJ” Feucht was brought on to lead the Wisconsin National Guard’s 82nd Agricultural Development Team...
Terrace Views readers give valuable feedback
Last February, we asked our readers to take a survey and tell us what they thought of Terrace Views. First of all, thank you for all of you who participated! We listened very closely and learned some things we never would have figured out without you. You’ll start to see some changes in the coming months, so get excited! Here are some of the survey highlights: You read Terrace Views for some great reasons 62% said it helped you feel...
Hoofer Mountaineering Club – Spring Break Trip to Red Rock Canyon
By James Mutschler Over the past spring break, members of the Hoofer’s Mountaineering club took a trip to Red Rock Canyon, Nevada. Located outside of Las Vegas, Red Rocks is known for its long, moderate routes in the traditional style. The mountaineers had to contend with high winds and surprisingly low temperatures, but managed to accumulate an impressive list of area classics. Different groups separated out to hit all different...
UW Sailing Team – Spring Break Training Trip
By Katlyn Putney The journey down to St. Petersburg, Florida began on Friday, March 30th. After twenty-six hours, the team was in its entirety at the rented house. We spent the following day at the beach playing soccer, throwing a football, and just relaxing in the sun before an intense week of sailing. The rustiness of the team showed in the first few tacks of the training week, but new and old skippers alike got back into the groove...