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Memorial Union Groundbreaking Ceremony Slideshow
The Memorial Union Reinvestment Groundbreaking Ceremony was on August 27, kicking off efforts to transform the beloved landmark to suit the growing needs of the UW Madison campus and Madison community. With appearances by Chancellor David Ward, Bucky Badger and excited Union members, the event was a true success. Take a look below at the photo slideshow or read more about the ceremony here. Video by Lauren Ayala Visit the Memorial Union Reinvestment to learn...
read moreCelebrating 40 years of Badger Bash
By Brooke Appe Family and friends, brats and beer and a whole lot of Badger spirit; for forty years, the Union has hosted the biggest tailgate party on campus! As Badger Bash celebrates its 40th anniversary, an entire season of new and exciting events will make this football season one to remember. But before we revel in the special events that will accompany each Badger Bash this season, let us take a few steps back to see how this grand display of Wisconsin pride had its humble beginnings. In fact, Badger Bash was not even originally meant...
read moreSeven State exhibit opens at Memorial Union
By Brooke Appe One of the most exciting celebrations of regional photography is coming back to the Union for it’s seventh year since 2001. PhotoMidwest, a biennial celebration of the Upper Midwest’s best photography sponsored by the Wisconsin Union Directorate (WUD) Art Commitee, just opened an exhibit in Memorial Union’s Porter Butts and Class of 1925 Galleries. Although PhotoMidwest features an array of exhibits in various galleries around the Madison area, their premier exhibit titled PhotoMidwest: A Seven State Juried...
read moreHidden Treasures: design boards for Union Theater
By Emily Connor The Wisconsin Union Theater is on the road this season and staff found some amazing pieces from past seasons while packing up this summer. In an “archive room” among boxes filled with pamphlets and posters was a crate full of old blueprints and original Theater design boards. Original Design Boards for the Union Theater Here are photos of the original design boards and blueprints for the Union Theater back during its construction in 1939. Jacklyn John, former project coordinator for the Memorial Union Reinvestment,...
read moreThrowback Thursday: Women gain access to Rathskeller
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 original groundbreaking
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! The Memorial Union Reinvestment Groundbreaking ceremony was held this past Labor Day on Sept. 3, 2012. To view pictures and stories from the event, visit the Wisconsin Union’s Facebook...
read moreThrowback Thursday: Famous faces on the Terrace
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 Throwback Thursday snapshot was brought to our attention by blogger Robby Cress. Read more about his journey to Madison on his blog Dear Old Hollywood. Got a snapshot to share? Let us know by emailing...
read moreThrowback Thursday: Beer sales begin
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! Beer sales begin
read moreThrowback Thursday: Hoofers humble beginning
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! Hoofers humble beginning
read more5 tips to manage stress from Mini Course instructor Lisa Grant
By Emily Connor, UW-Madison journalism major Amid constant chaos and stressful situations, sometimes all anyone needs is a moment to just breathe. This is what physician Lisa Grant believes can vastly improve everyone’s stressful lives. This fall, she will be teaching breathing exercises and techniques in a new Mini Course, “Mindful Movement,” designed to teach individuals to manage stress in an increasingly hectic world. As an internal medicine physician at the UW Hospital for the last ten years, Lisa has learned all about stress and its...
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