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Concerts, movies & more on our holiday event calendar!
The holidays can be a busy time of year. But holiday performances, movies and deals can add some holiday cheer. For a full list of Wisconsin Union events, visit the Union website. Created by Emily Connor
read moreParty-planning for the holidays
By Emily Connor Holiday parties can be fun, festive events and a great way to celebrate the season. But planning can be stressful. Considering food, drink, entertainment and decorations are all important steps in making sure your holiday party runs smoothly. Whitney Swance, a Wisconsin Union Event Coordinator, gave her top 10 tips to ensure your holiday party is a success. #1) Think about your space. Some of the biggest holiday party mishaps can arise when guests don’t have enough room. “Think about how many people you have, but more...
read moreHoliday drink recipe: Tudor Dinners’ classic wassail bowl
By Emily Connor Family holidays are often filled with warmth and tradition. And the Wisconsin Union family is no exception. For over 70 years, the Union has hosted Tudor Dinners, a holiday dinner and madrigal concert series, in Memorial Union. Union members, family and friends all gather in Great Hall to listen to carols and celebrate the season together. The dinners would never be quite as special without everyone’s favorite traditional drink: the wassail bowl. Wisconsin Union catering manager Steve Lucas said the classic cinnamon wine...
read moreHoofer Sailing team places 1st and 4th at Harry Anderson competition
By Katlyn Putney Hard work and dedication has more than paid off for the Hoofer Sailing team this fall. After coming in 1st and 4th at the Harry Anderson sailing competition, this Midwest sailing team has proven they have the talent, skills and competitive drive to compete with East Coast champions. But the road to victory wasn’t easy as the Hoofer Sailing team journeyed to the Harry Anderson competition in September. Their success would ultimately make them the 10th ranked sailing team in the nation. Because of tougher restrictions on...
read moreHoofer memories: a night with Lady Liberty
Story by Jen Kulkoski as told by Katie Klinger In February 2009, the Hoofers Council chose to commemorate our very own Lady Liberty on Lake Mendota by spending a night with her. Wrapped in warm winter clothes and clutching sleeping bags, the crew spent the night inside the head of Lady Liberty! Jen Kulkoski, Tiana Riebe, Kyle Olsen, Brittney Rathsack, Paul Davidsaver, Josh Schmale and David Nimmer were the Hoofers brave enough to rough the winter cold. After many winters without the presence of Lady Liberty on Lake Mendota,Hoofer...
read moreHoofer Sailing team breezes by competiton in Pere Marquette regatta
By Katlyn Putney The Hoofer Sailing Team set off for Milwaukee late on Friday, Sept. 30 to compete in the Pere Marquette sailing regatta. The team–Phil Morley, Harrison Faust, Connor Trepton, Erin Kunkel, Dan Hanna, Peter Lewis, Bridget Murphy and Ella Stutz–arrived late that evening and quickly retired to be best prepared for the races in the morning. On Saturday, Oct. 1, the team drove to the Milwaukee harbor to start sailing. A strong breeze from the northwest and crazy chop past the break wall presented significant challenges. After the...
read moreHoofer Mountaineering club takes on some of Wyoming’s highest peaks
By James Mutschler Over the summer and fall of 2011, members of the Hoofers Mountaineering club traveled to the state of Wyoming to test themselves against the mighty Rocky Mountains. Attempts were made on peaks in the Tetons, the Wind River Rangeand Devils Tower. With fair weather and no major setbacks, the mountaineers found success in the hills, reaching several prominent summits and completing ascents of a number of classic routes. In July, a group consisting of Gokul Gopal, Doug Hemken, and James Mutschler entered the Wind River Range...
read moreHoofer memories: a snowy adventure in the Michigan Upper Peninsula
Story by Brittany Rathsack as told by Katie Klinger In February 2010, members of the Hoofers Ski and Snowboard (SnS) club decided to support the UW Madison Men’s Hockey team while enjoying some club activities. Three members of SnS, Brittney Rathsack, Kyle Olsen and Paul Davidsaver, traveled to Mt. Bohemia in the Michigan Upper Peninsula to watch the UW hockey team play against Michigan Tech. The group planned to spend some time skiing as well. The group enjoyed two great Badger hockey games and then proceeded to stay in a yurt, a traditional...
read moreRiding club star gazes and grazes at second Universe in the Pasture event
By Megan Reichert The Hoofer Riding club had a successful night on Saturday, Oct. 8 when they held their second annual Universe in the Pasture event. Guest enjoyed snacks and refreshments while star gazing at the Hoofer Equestrian Center in Belleville, WI. This was the second year Hoofer Riding club organized the event, and it was a great success with approximately 120 student and community members in attendance. The event involved partnering with the UW Department of Astronomy’s “Universe in the Park” in order to provide a fun, free...
read moreHoofer Outing club paddles upstream on Fall Colors canoe trip
By Joe Webb On the weekend of Oct. 21, 40 members of theHoofer Outing club embarked on a long-standing tradition—the 25th annual Fall Colors canoe trip. With 16 canoes, three sea kayaks and beautiful fall weather, the lower Wisconsin River was the place to be for any outdoor enthusiast. Caroline Rose, Hoofer Outing club president and Fall Colors trip leader, said “this event was organized beautifully by a collaborative team of Outing members who had never been a part of the trips planning before and some of whom had never attended the Fall...
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