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Hidden Treasures: certificates for war bond sales
By Brooke Appe With the Union Theater all packed up and construction underway for the Memorial Union Reinvestment, staff has uncovered more hidden treasures. The crews have delved deep into the Union’s past, finding historical artifacts to create a better understanding of the Union’s special place in history. This week, we revisit the World War II era with the discovery of certificates that recognize past Union Theater Technical Director Frederick A. Buerki’s efforts to sell war bonds on behalf of the United States Motion...
read moreThrowback Thursday: Memorial Union expands in 1956
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: Memorial Union’s 25th Anniversary Celebration
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: First dance in Great Hall
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 Union helps wartime efforts
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 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!
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