Making Bluegrass Waves at Lakefront Live: The Material Boys
It’s officially Summer by the Lake at the Terrace, and Outdoor UW and the Wisconsin Union Directorate (WUD) Music are collaborating to turn the UW Credit Union Terrace Stage towards Lake Mendota for Lakefront Live on July 11. This unique setup promises to be a “holiday” you won’t forget, with music resonating over the water, creating an incredible summer evening. Meet the Band: The Material Boys You may have heard of “Material Girl”...
The Power of a Wisconsin Union Job
As we all know, the Wisconsin Union is home to a beautiful terrace, a lively theater and delicious food. However, the moving parts of this organization would not be possible without the enthusiastic and committed staff. From service to communications, the Wisconsin Union employs a total of approximately 1,800 students in all areas, offering a foundation of skills that benefit their future endeavors. Today, we dive into two past...
Empowering Communities Through Art
(Photo by Jeff Miller/UW-Madison) Open arts studio Wheelhouse Studios may be physically located in Memorial Union, but, through an impressive range of community and campus partnerships, the team is spreading its art-making well beyond Wheelhouse studio walls. From partnerships with local high schools to well-being events with University Health Services (UHS), the Wheelhouse team is using the power of art to strive to improve lives....
Did You Know This About der Rathskeller?
Whether you are regular or visiting Memorial Union for the first time, der Rathskeller is a Madison classic. From live music to fresh food, the German-style beer hall will immerse you in history and art (and delicious food, of course), and you’ll quickly find out why the space, which we at the Wisconsin Union run, has been loved for decades. Here are four fun facts to impress a friend on your next visit: 1. Previously called,...
Your Terrace Season Bucket List
I have yet to try many Wisconsin Union adventures. Let’s make a deal; I’ll try something new this summer through the Union, and you will, too! I put together my Terrace season 2024 bucket list and am sharing it here with you! Don’t know about Terrace season? Oh, my friend, you are in for a treat: we’re talkin’ summer by the lake with free concerts, free movies and oh so much more. Don’t have a friend with a lake house? Well, now...
Unleash the Magic and Possibilities this Day of the Badger
Help us unleash the magic and the possibilities of leadership, learning and gathering during the 2024 Day of the Badger. WHAT IS DAY OF THE BADGER? What is Day of Badger, you ask? It’s an annual call to you, our Badgers and Badgers-at-heart around the world, to give to campus efforts you believe in. It all begins at 10:12 a.m. CDT on April 16 and runs until 5 p.m. CDT on April 17 (1,848 minutes in honor of the year the University of...