So Much More Than You Expect: the Wisconsin Union Job Experience
While you are probably familiar with our fantastic staff at hotspots such as der Rathskeller, Carte or Strada, the Wisconsin Union job experience does not stop at the counter. Students are involved in every aspect of the Union from the weddings we host, to the food we serve, to the events we plan. What you do here as a staff member at the Union, whether that be behind-the-scenes or at the forefront of operations, applies far beyond...
Katherine’s 2019 Terrace Store Picks
Terrace Season is finally here. While you might not be able to chill out all summer long at our lakeside retreat, some of our Terrace Store items help us all feel a little closer to the those Terrace vibes. Our editors gave me the difficult task of picking my favorite 2019 Terrace Store items. So hard to choose! But I finally narrowed my favorites down to a list to share with you. Bucky and Terrace Chair Tee ($19.99) This white crew...
The Wisconsin Union and SOAR: Partnering for a Great First Campus Experience
SOAR, all University of Wisconsin-Madison students get to experience this freshman and transfer orientation event. Here, at the Wisconsin Union, we help make it all happen, including event management, facilities coordination, and programming. We come together as a team to help all incoming students and their families enjoy some of their first days at UW. SOAR stands for “Student Orientation, Advising, and Registration.” It is the...
6 Reasons to Buy a Limited Edition Terrace Chair
We, at the Wisconsin Union, are partnering with the University of Wisconsin School of Veterinary Medicine (SVM) to make a difference for thousands of animals and the people who care for them. Together, we have unveiled a new, limited edition, mini Terrace chair that will help support the school’s building expansion project. It’s cow-print! In this article, we’ll give you six reasons you need this mini Terrace chair in your life....
Full-Body Fitness at Outdoor UW
Activating your core and engaging your deltoids may be the furthest thing from your mind when you’re sitting at the Memorial Union Terrace enjoying Babcock Ice Cream, but just a hop, skip and jump away from the Terrace lays Outdoor UW. Located on the lower level of Memorial Union, Outdoor UW provides rentals and various outdoor activities for all to enjoy, including teaming up with Rec Sports for outdoor yoga. Below are some ways...
Sustainability at the Wisconsin Union
By Brooke Hollingsworth and Shauna Breneman For us, at the Wisconsin Union, sustainability is a priority. From cleaning practices to food sourcing, we always s ask ourselves how we can help preserve our planet for future generations. In this article, we’ll take you through some of our sustainability practices. Building a Sustainable Future Our commitment to sustainability is everywhere. In fact, it’s in our very walls, windows and...