The Brandy Old Fashioned Chocolate Bar: A Twist on an Old Fashioned Favorite
Madison’s own Willy Wonka? Yes, it’s true. In the heart of downtown Madison, Smitty’s Study Pub Baker and Pastry Chef Brian Koster is putting heart and art into chocolate and all of his culinary creations. And you can try one of his delectable desserts as part of the regular menu options at Smitty’s Study Pub. Smitty’s Study Pub, located just across campus from Memorial Union on the eighth floor of the Fluno Center, offers guests a...
Themed Music Weekends Bring the Beat to the Terrace
The unmistakable sound of live music floating across the Memorial Union Terrace: a sure sign that summer by the lake has returned to the Terrace with a months-long festival of entertainment and seasonal, delicious dining options. This season, the Wisconsin Union Directorate (WUD) Music Committee is making your summer soundtrack even more unforgettable with a lineup of themed music weekends, each one a mini music festival. ...
My April Event Picks
Now that the sun is shining brighter and setting later, the excitement of summer is just around the corner. To help with the unpredictable seasonal transition, we at the Wisconsin Union, as always, has a packed event calendar this April. Here is my April Wisconsin Union events bucket list, I hope you choose to join in on one…or many! April 2 – Outdoor Explorer Series: Birding and Animal Tracking To kick off the month...
Bob Wright’s Retiring!
Robert Wright’s career has been filled with friendship, memories and hard work. From scuba diving in Lake Mendota and volunteering in Belize to managing Sett Recreation, Bob’s commitment to the Wisconsin Union has left an incredible impact on the community. Now, some 40 years later, Wright has plans to return to South America, following his retirement in winter 2024. Sett Recreation in Union South is home to bowling lanes, pool...
Events That Will Have You Falling for Fall Vibes 🍂
It’s officially the season when we exchange our flip-flops for boots, and pumpkin spice becomes a food group ☕️. So bundle up, and gear up for fall fun at Wisconsin Union events! Gather your crew to enjoy it all, or find your crew at experiences for a lifetime. Free Pumpkin Carving, Oct. 23 Carve a pumpkin outside of Union South! Hosted by the Wisconsin Union Directorate Global Connections Committee. Open to all students, staff,...
Check Out the Wisconsin Union’s Coolest Campus Cafés
The University of Wisconsin–Madison can feel overwhelming at times due to the sizable campus and large student population. As a first-year student, I often felt lost among all the confusing buildings, longing for a space to sit and enjoy a cup of coffee in between class. Luckily, I stumbled across the Robin’s Nest in the School of Human Ecology and found a small space of comfort amongst my hectic schedule. The Robin’s Nest was...