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Dead Language Alive and Well in the Union
Introducing the voice of Communications Director Marc Kennedy–a long-time Wisconsin Union staff member, communications extraordinaire and lover of all things involving words. As Marc wraps up his time at the Union to explore the world of retirement this coming January, Terrace Views features a series of posts that encompass his voice and his love of the Union. The first post gives us a lesson in the historic language of the Wisconsin Union. What is “Societate Crescit Lumen”? A) The name of Madison’s new hipster free-range...
read moreTerrace Chairs: A Love Story – The Summer Romance
It’s that time of year again… your sweaters get a little heavier, it’s dark before dinnertime and Terrace season is ending. We all know what that means: our beloved Terrace chairs are going away for the winter. We spent an amazing summer with them, socializing with friends and munching on brats, grilled corn and those Rathskeller fries, all while perched upon a green, yellow or orange sunburst pattern. They stayed by our side when summer became fall, when we continued to overindulge, just this time with pumpkin pie-flavored Babcock ice...
read moreUnion Must-Sees: November
Need a break from the daily routine this month? We’ve got you covered with all November has to offer on screen, on stage and all around the Union. Click on the links to find out dates and more information. Movie Buffs: Don’t forget that many of these flicks are free. Even if you can’t attend these films at the Union South Marquee, check them out on your own! [slideshow_deploy id=’6316′] Warm Bodies – Coraline – Music Within – Shorts From Brittany – KANO – Guardians of the...
read moreReviving Healthy Habits on Campus
There’s a new badger market on campus and it’s not your run-of-the-mill cafe. Home to the School of Nursing, the new badger market “Revive” focuses on healthy eating habits and lifestyles. Thanks to the joined forces of the School of Nursing and the Wisconsin Union Dining Services staff, Revive was brought to life fueled by the mission to promote overall health and wellness on campus. Revive sets itself apart from other badger markets by getting the best insight from the School of Nursing on what is needed in a...
read moreBreaking the Mold: Arts in the College Union
“Art is a verb. It’s about the process,” says Wheelhouse Director Jay Ekleberry. “The process and creative endeavor is where you learn, where you interact and where you build social capital.” Jay and the Wheelhouse Studios staff are committed to providing a place to break the normal routine, to connect and to foster creative thinking. Though Wheelhouse Studios just recently opened, it’s already a campus destination for art-makers. In one studio students paint mini-masterpieces while in another, a group of community members attend a...
read moreNew Face, Same Place
The Hamel Family Browsing Library is more than a quiet study room; it is a space that bridges the old and the new. Students today are enjoying the Browsing Library in close to the same manner as their predecessors did decades before. The study and lounge space was restored as part of phase one of the Memorial Union Reinvestment. It was made possible by a gift from the Hamel family—a lead donation to the historic building campaign. “The Browsing Library really stood out to us,” said George Hamel Jr., whose father graduated from UW in...
read moreUnion Must-Sees: October
Summertime fun may be on its last leg but there’s still a lot going on at the Union! We’ve got something for everyone–check out some of the highlights this October you don’t want to miss. Movie Buffs: Click on the links for more info!10/8 @ 7 pm: The Exorcist (1973) 10/9 @ 7 pm: Sorcerer 10/9–10/12 @ 7 pm: Maleficent 10/10*: The Double 10/13–10/14 @ 7:30 pm**: Sudan: The Inside Story with Karin Muller 10/27 @ 7 pm: The Visitor *Times vary, click on the link for more**Part of the Travel Adventure Series...
read moreFeast Your Eyes on the Union South Farmer’s Market
Farmer’s market fans, listen up! Union South’s second annual farmer’s market is happening every Thursday until October 23. From 11 a.m – 3 p.m. on the Orchard Street Mall, you can stop by to taste fresh and organic foods. From pumpkins to potatoes, local vendors like Munchkey Apples, Babcock Dairy, Keewaydin Organics and more offer something for everyone. Nicole Prekop, a UW-Madison senior studying psychology and leadership, championed the idea of creating the farmer’s market. “Our vision for the market was to expose...
read moreLeaders on Wheels
Five days, 28 students, one bus: This is the Wisconsin Experience Bus Trip (WEBT). Pulling together a diverse group of student leaders on campus, the five-day trip across the state brought the Wisconsin Idea to life by allowing students to reach out beyond the classroom, participate in various volunteer activities and visit several communities. The trip came as a result of a collaboration between the Wisconsin Union Directorate Alternative Breaks program and other organizations such as the Division of Student Life, the Chancellor’s Office and...
read moreOPEN for Business
There is so much to celebrate with the Memorial Union west wing reopening that we’ve dedicated a whole weekend to celebrate our OPEN House and Madison’s World Music Festival. Tour the new spaces, taste an internationally inspired food and experience all the special activities and events September 12 and 13, including an extraordinary performance by aerial dance group BANDALOOP on the side of the bulding! We’ve got the scoop, all you have to do is show up! FRIDAY 9/12 Tours of the New Spaces Free tours of the west wing...
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