Trustee Stories: Lucy Lloyd
Wisconsin Union Associate trustee Lucy Lloyd is no stranger to the Wisconsin Union’s Memorial Union Terrace. Growing up in Madison, she has seen the Terrace change over decades with the addition of a new restaurant, new programming and much more. But, she says, the heart of the Terrace that beats for the people it serves and for learning has never changed. “There’s an energy about Madison that you don’t find everywhere. People are...
Union 101: The Membership Perks You Don’t See
Behind the scenes, your Union membership works to support students and staff as they create experiences for a lifetime. It provides students many opportunities to learn, expand their horizons, try something new, and gain hands-on experience in many fields. Our members help support thousands of students across all levels of involvement with the Union, from arts and culture, to the great outdoors. Your Union membership helps...
The Wisconsin Union: A Year in Review
With summer in full swing, it’s the perfect time to pause and revisit some of our favorite memories from this past year. So, kick back and relax, and relive some of the Wisconsin Union’s best moments of 2017-2018 with us at the Wisconsin Union: Badger Bash: Aug. 31 – Nov. 24, 2017 Before each home Badger football game, fans gathered to celebrate and cheer on our Badgers at game day’s best tailgate. We have hosted Badger Bash for more...
A Terrace Proposal to Remember
By Ellie Herman More than 15 months ago, Nick Schmidlkofer created a plan to propose to his girlfriend of several years that would be set in stone…literally. By June 2017, Nick had purchased a brick as part of the paver program to be installed on the Terrace, with the phrase “Kylie Anne, God gave me you. Marry me? –Nicholas Spring 2018.” As two Terrace aficionados, Nick and Kylie Anne Reese are no strangers to the Wisconsin Union, as...
Looking for amazing events? We’ve got you covered!
We have some fantastic opportunities on the horizon for our Wisconsin Union members. Whether its arts and crafts, or food and drink tastings, there’s something for every member coming up at the Union! Save the date now for these member exclusive, Wisconsin-worthy events. For those with an artistic flair, consider our Wisconsin Crafts event! Make your own great home décor piece – a wooden sign that includes an inspirations saying! Join...
Student Leadership at Wheelhouse Studios
Throw on your art smock because we’re heading down to Wheelhouse Studios to meet the fantastic students who make it all possible. Wheelhouse Studios, located on the lower level at Memorial Union, is an art studio that is open to all but free for students and discounted for lifetime and annual Wisconsin Union members. Wheelhouse offers open studio time, special art events, a ceramics studio and even classes. From drawing and painting...