Best of Madison Magazine
Each year, Madison Magazine releases its “Best of Madison” awards. This year, thanks to you, the Memorial Union Terrace won the best lake view as well as the best bar with a view in Madison. Your votes are why we are able to consistently make it to the top of lists like these, and we appreciate all of your support. But you (Yes, you!) are the best of the Terrace and all of Memorial Union and Union South. You are the heart of...
Behind the Scenes: Union Essential Employees
While the doors of our buildings Memorial Union and Union South are closed for now, dozens of employees continue to work at both buildings to support our campus community and visitors. Their work is helping us still serve our community in a variety of ways and ensure our buildings are ready when we can welcome back Wisconsin Union members and guests. Take, for example, Brandon Kelly, the assistant director of restaurants at Union...
Ed Janairo Brings Dedication to Students and Education to Role of Chief Business Officer
Ed Janairo’s dedication to working with students, belief in the importance of education, and wish to use his expertise to make a difference took him on a professional journey of more than 15 years of higher education leadership roles. That journey led him to the Wisconsin Union, and, as of June 1, he now serves as our chief business officer. “Education is always ongoing. There will always be new questions to ask and answers to...
A Place to Lead: Our 2020-21 Student Officers
By Maddie Boulanger Student leadership and shared governance are coded into our DNA, here at the Wisconsin Union. It’s who we are, and it’s a critical part of what makes us strong. We believe that the student voice in what we do makes us more innovative, more responsive to students’ needs and helps us stay true to our mission to welcome, engage and connect the campus community. Each year, we elect new student leaders to help guide us...
Pride Month Wallpapers
Happy Pride Month! This month, our artists used their skills to create wallpapers to celebrate and recognize our LGBTQIA+ community. We are grateful for our LGBTQIA+ students, faculty, staff, members and guests who contribute so much to our spaces and experiences. In 2019, we lit Memorial Union in honor of Pride Month. At the Wisconsin Union, we always strive to create environments that are safe and welcoming for all identities and...
5 Things You (Probably) Didn’t Know about ‘the People’s Diva’ Renée Fleming
Known as America’s favorite soprano, Renée Fleming brings seemingly effortless elegance and stage presence as she spans octaves and captivates audiences around the world. The chance to witness the four-time Grammy winner’s talent in-person will come to the Wisconsin Union Theater’s Shannon Hall in Memorial Union on Oct. 24 as part of the Theater’s Concert Series. While Renée’s list of accomplishments, from performing at a...