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How to “Art”: Wheelhouse Studios Unites Action and Creativity
While crowds of people line up every day to enjoy food at Der Rathskeller, not many realize that there’s an entire artistic community right beneath their feet. In the lower level of Memorial Union, Jay Ekleberry and his group of devoted students create artwork in Wheelhouse Studios. Walking down to Wheelhouse feels like entering an art exhibit, with large murals and pictures covering the vibrant walls of the main lobby. I got a chance to sit down with Jay and his assistant, Angie, to discuss some of the plans that Wheelhouse has for the...
read moreReinvestment Final Phase Commences
The Memorial Union Reinvestment (MUR) seeks to ensure that Memorial Union maintains its historical integrity and remains a beloved destination on campus for generations to come. This is the first major update to the building since Memorial Union was first built in 1928. MUR Phase I was completed in Summer 2014 with the renovation of the Memorial Union west wing. The final phases seek to improve infrastructure, accessibility and sustainability in the central core, east wing and on the Memorial Union Terrace. On May 26, 2015 UW-Madison’s...
read moreBright Chairs, Brighter Futures
Following a sunny ceremony, new graduates congregated at the Terrace with families and loved ones to celebrate the start of a new chapter. The graduates cozied up to the large Sunburst chair for photos, along with the chance to purchase a lifetime Union membership. Check out some of our favorite photos from the event below: [slideshow_deploy id=’7101′]
read moreStudents Travel to Serve on Time Off
Many students spend winter or spring break soaking up the sun on a hot beach or conquering ski slopes, but with Alternative Breaks students become leaders and travel to help others. Wisconsin Union Directorate (WUD) Alternative Breaks is a non-profit, student-run committee that coordinates a number of volunteer experiences for UW-Madison students over winter, spring and summer breaks both domestically and internationally. WUD Alternative Breaks has traveled to many locations in the United States, Asia and Latin America, sometimes partnering...
read moreWhat’s New with Outdoor UW?
Whether you are a nature nut or a nature novice, Outdoor UW is the place to start your adventure. We had a chance to sit down with Outdoor Recreation Manager Joe Webb to hear about how Outdoor UW provides students, Union members and the overall Madison community with classes, equipment and opportunities to get outside. Terrace Views (TV): What makes Outdoor UW unique from other programs on campus? Joe Webb (JW): We provide equipment, knowledge and a social network to help people be active in the outdoors. From beginners to experts, our range...
read moreGrad Weekend at the Union
Commencement weekend brings extra crowds to campus, so be sure to have a plan and know what’s going on to avoid long lines! We’ve put together a list of events happening over the weekend to help you celebrate: Graduation Weekend Dance Party The Terrace, Friday, May 15 at 9 p.m. & Saturday, May 16 at 8 p.m. Both bands, 16 Candles and VO5, will be celebrating all the new grads both Friday and Saturday on the Terrace Summer Stage. Either come dance the night away or watch the sunset! New Graduate Photo Shoot The Terrace,...
read moreHooferpalooza Unites Generations of Outing Club Members
What do you get when you take over 50 Hoofer Outing Club members and alumni and put them all together? Hooferpalooza! After two previous gatherings in 2001 and 2011, the Hoofers Outing Club once again came together for whitewater paddling, lake canoeing, hiking and festivities celebrating the club and it’s members–both past and present. The event was designed to create opportunities to meet people and take part in paddling river runs pioneered by the first Hoofers. “There are strong friendships built through Hoofers...
read moreYoung Artists Launch Careers in Union Galleries
Porter Butts, the Wisconsin Union’s first Director, envisioned making art a part of the everyday lives of people who visited the building. Take a stroll through Union South or Memorial Union you can see how this rings true today, thanks to the numerous galleries and displays waiting to be explored. Step into Memorial Union’s new Class of 1925 Gallery and you’ll see a special exhibit part of three Master of Fine Art (MFA) student exhibitions displayed over the next two months. “More artists that are working...
read more#Revelry2k15 Reins in Roaring Crowd
Saturday May 2, UW Madison students and community members celebrated the end of the spring semester at the third annual Revelry Music & Arts Festival. The event was presented and organized by Wisconsin Union Directorate Memorial Union Entertainment and Revelry, both student-run committees. Check out some of the social media buzz Revelry attracted below! [<a href=”//storify.com/gdibenedetto201/revelry2k15-rains-in-major-crowd” target=”_blank”>View the story “#Revelry2k15 Reins in Roaring...
read moreThe Perfect Pair: WASB & Revelry
Students and the community will celebrate the warm weather and the end of the school year with Badgeroo and Revelry Music & Arts Festival. These events are a result of the shared mission of the Wisconsin Alumni Student Board and Revelry staff. Wisconsin Union Directorate Memorial Union Entertainment’s Revelry Music & Arts Festival and WASB’s All Campus Party are events that take place every spring to celebrate the hard work students contribute all year and to create a smooth transition into finals. “Both Revelry and WASB were...
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