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From print to pixels: How magazines are evolving in the digital age
By Francesca Bonifacio x’13 & Nadia Le Flore x’15 This winter, Carrie Anton will be leading a new Mini Course called “Getting Published in Magazines,” and it’s designed to teach aspiring magazine writers how to tell stories for both online and print publications. A UW-Madison alumna, Carrie has spent many years writing for magazines such as Women’s Health, Self, Maximum Fitness, and Inside Wisconsin Sports. After covering topics ranging from the pros and cons of caffeine to high school sports highlights,...
read moreThrowback Thursday: Celebrating Der Rathskeller’s 70th in “The Quarterly”
Take a look back in time each week with Throwback Thursdays as we post photos and snapshots from the Union’s amazing history. Find out interesting facts and stories from some of the Union’s favorite people, places and things. We’re eager to hear your stories and memories from the Union as well, so share in the comments section below! This week, we’re featuring an article published in our old newsletter, The Quarterly, celebrating Der Rathskeller’s 70th birthday. The Rathskeller of today is about to undergo renovations to hardware,...
read moreThrowback Thursday: Chicken Man scales Memorial Union entrance, 1950s
Take a look back in time each week with Throwback Thursdays as we post photos and snapshots from the Union’s amazing history. Find out interesting facts and stories from some of the Union’s favorite people, places and things. We’re eager to hear your stories and memories from the Union as well, so share in the comments section below!
read moreThrowback Thursday: A fall day on the Terrace, 1955
Take a look back in time each week with Throwback Thursdays as we post photos and snapshots from the Union’s amazing history. Find out interesting facts and stories from some of the Union’s favorite people, places and things. We’re eager to hear your stories and memories from the Union as well, so share in the comments section below!
read moreThrowback Thursday: The Terrace overlooking Lake Mendota, 1908
Take a look back in time each week with Throwback Thursdays as we post photos and snapshots from the Union’s amazing history. Find out interesting facts and stories from some of the Union’s favorite people, places and things. We’re eager to hear your stories and memories from the Union as well, so share in the comments section below!
read moreThrowback Thursday: Badger Bash, 1981
Take a look back in time each week with Throwback Thursdays as we post photos and snapshots from the Union’s amazing history. Find out interesting facts and stories from some of the Union’s favorite people, places and things. We’re eager to hear your stories and memories from the Union as well, so share in the comments section below!
read moreMemorial Union Reinvestment Phase II plans revealed
By Francesca Bonifacio ‘13 With Phase I of the Memorial Union Reinvestment (MUR) in full swing, tentative plans for Phase II of the project have recently been released by the design team, which include design concepts and floor renderings for spaces both inside and outside Memorial Union. These plans, which have yet to be fully approved by the MUR design committee, Union Council, the UW System Board of Regents, and the State Building Commission, are designed not only to restore the building’s aesthetics, but also to improve accessibility and...
read moreTerrific tailgating: 4 tips for throwing the best Badger-themed party around
By Andrew Heisler ’13 To truly make the UW game day experience special, why not throw a legendary tailgate? With the right approach and ample preparation time, you’ll not only throw up the “W,” but also throw an epic UW tailgate that your friends won’t soon forget. 1. Create a festive atmosphere. Putting your guests in the Badger mindset is one of the most important things you can do to ensure they have a memorable time. First things first, consider your decorations. This is your first chance to set the mood and tone of your event and...
read moreCampus farmers’ market debuts at Union South
By Erin McAweeney & Francesca Bonifacio ’13 On September 5, the north lawn of Union South was transformed into a colorful array of fresh and locally-grown products at the inaugural Campus Farmers’ Market. Held every Thursday through October 24, the Market is the result of student-led efforts to provide more access to fresh, local produce and to introduce farmers to the campus community. The idea to hold a weekly farmers’ market on campus has been around for some time, according to Carl Korz, assistant director of Wisconsin Union...
read moreStaff Picks: Halloween books & movies
By Shannon Okas ’15 With Halloween quickly approaching, I asked the member relations office and Union director for their list of the spookiest and most memorable seasonal books and movies to get us in the Halloween spirit. Indeed, our staff has quite the eclectic taste in preferred October entertainment. Check out what we recommend and this season, don’t let yourself feel out of the loop as Halloween spirit sparks conversations about the best scares! Sarah Artz Member Relations Director Favorite Halloween Movie: The Descent Sarah loves...
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