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Student Team Member Learns about Marketing Experiences for a Lifetime
EMILY SIDERITS’S HANDS-ON MARKETING INTERNSHIP EXPERIENCE Emily Siderits, Wisconsin Union social media and marketing intern, began working at the Wisconsin Union in October 2020. The University of Wisconsin–Madison junior is majoring in marketing as well as management and entrepreneurship in addition pursuing a certificate in Spanish studies. In addition to this busy academic year, she has taken on this important, hands-on learning role at the Wisconsin Union. Emily Siderits In her internship position, Emily writes content for and...
read moreBehind the Scenes with Donald Dismuke
Donald Dismuke has been an employee of the Wisconsin Union for 13 years. As a person who always envisioned himself working within the Union, Donald has worked hard to attain his current position as assistant manager of the Sett Pub at Union South. His time, dedication, and passion for the Wisconsin Union contribute to making everything at Union South so welcoming and successful. Mardi Gras Celebration in The Sett on Feb. 28, 2017 How long have you worked for the Wisconsin Union? Did you have any prior roles within the Union before becoming...
read moreOur Favorite Mem-U Menu Items for Fall
By Emily Rohloff and Abby Synnes Speaking as two students at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, once school starts up again, we’re planning on spending most of our free time at the Wisconsin Union’s Memorial Union. The Memorial Union offers the perfect space for all of your needs: a relaxing environment for studying or reading, a lively atmosphere to meet up with friends or family, and, perhaps most importantly, plenty of places to eat. Whether you’re a meat-lover or vegetarian or have dietary restrictions, you’re sure to find something...
read moreWhen You Say “Badger Bash,” You’ve Said It All!
When I tell you that the Wisconsin Union is home to gameday’s best tailgate, I really mean it. If you’ve ever attended the Wisconsin Union’s Badger Bash, you already know why. And if you’ve never been, this is your year to make it happen. After you’ve put on your best red and white ensemble, follow the sounds of laughter and live music, as well as the smells of brats and burgers, until you reach Union South, just steps away from Camp Randall Stadium. Badger Bash is one of the longest-standing and most well-loved Union traditions, drawing in...
read moreWhat’s New This Fall at the Wisconsin Union
We blinked, and suddenly it’s August already, which means September is right around the corner. We’ve had a blast making memories to last a lifetime with family and friends at the Wisconsin Union, from soaking up the sun and summer vibes on the Memorial Union Terrace to trying tasty meals and ice cream from our dining options. The start of fall can always feel a little bittersweet, but the fun doesn’t stop when the calendar flips to September. The Wisconsin Union is here for you with events, activities, foods and more to keep you entertained...
read moreSeptember 2021 Free Wallpapers – Badger Bash on your Screens
Sweet Badger Bash! Good times never seemed so good. (Sorry, Neil Diamond. We had to do it.) September brings with it the start of a new academic year and the return of Badger Bash! What is Badger Bash, you ask? It’s gameday’s best tailgate, and it’s at our building Union South, just steps from Camp Randall. The tailgate starts 2.5 hours before each home football game. We’ve been holding our Bashes for more than 40 years, so we have perfected how to create the perfect gameday experience for everyone in your family and...
read moreYour August 2021 Free Wallpapers
A margherita pizza from Strada at Memorial Union National Lazy Day is Aug. 10., and National Relaxation Day is Aug. 15. It’s like August is telling us this is the month to relax. Since it’s also National Picnic Month, a picnic may be the perfect way to unwind. We have all the ingredients for a beautiful picnic at our dining options at Memorial Union and Union South, from pizzas at Strada to tacos at the South Cantina. We also have free wallpapers for your computer and phone to help you celebrate National Picnic Month and have your...
read moreBehind the Scenes: The Terrace Reopening
The Wisconsin Union Terrace is a long-standing UW-Madison staple, dating back to its construction in 1928. It is a place where the entire Madison community can come together, relax, and enjoy the beauty of Lake Mendota and the UW-Madison campus. Since its inception, it has held a special place in the hearts of UW-Madison students, alumni, and the community. However, the timeless appeal of the Terrace doesn’t just magically happen. Extensive planning, effort, and collaboration take place behind the scenes and are crucial to a...
read morePlanning With Passion: Stephanie Díaz de León
Stephanie Díaz de León For the past 15 years, Stephanie Díaz de León has been an integral member of the Wisconsin Union team. Her job titles and responsibilities have evolved as the years have passed, but her hard work, determination and passion remain as strong as ever. Stephanie joined the Union team in 2006 as an event planner, a title that she held until 2018, when she became signature event planner. Since November 2020, she has split her time between her roles as signature event planner and the diversity coordinator for the Vice...
read moreThe Ultimate Terrace Summer Goals List
If you’re anything like me, spending as much time at the Memorial Union Terrace as possible is a staple of your summer. I could (and frequently do) lounge on the famous Terrace sunburst chairs for hours and never get bored taking in the sights around me, from the watercolor-esque sunsets reflecting on Lake Mendota to the Hoofers sailboats skimming across the water. But why not take your Terrace summer a step further and challenge yourself to attend as many exciting events as possible? The Union event calendar is filled to the brim this...
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