Legend Joins UW’s Jazz Orchestra at Shannon Hall
This summer will bring sun, smiles and because of the Isthmus Jazz Fest, tunes. The annual event on June 19-20 will be bigger and feature Headliner Freddy Cole, regarded as one of the most influential singers in jazz music. Jazz music surrounded Cole growing up as the younger brother of Nat “King” Cole. The UW Jazz Orchestra , comprised of both undergraduate and graduate students, will open for Cole’s performance on...
How to “Art”: Wheelhouse Studios Unites Action and Creativity
While crowds of people line up every day to enjoy food at Der Rathskeller, not many realize that there’s an entire artistic community right beneath their feet. In the lower level of Memorial Union, Jay Ekleberry and his group of devoted students create artwork in Wheelhouse Studios. Walking down to Wheelhouse feels like entering an art exhibit, with large murals and pictures covering the vibrant walls of the main lobby. I got a...
Reinvestment Final Phase Commences
The Memorial Union Reinvestment (MUR) seeks to ensure that Memorial Union maintains its historical integrity and remains a beloved destination on campus for generations to come. This is the first major update to the building since Memorial Union was first built in 1928. MUR Phase I was completed in Summer 2014 with the renovation of the Memorial Union west wing. The final phases seek to improve infrastructure, accessibility and...
Bright Chairs, Brighter Futures
Following a sunny ceremony, new graduates congregated at the Terrace with families and loved ones to celebrate the start of a new chapter. The graduates cozied up to the large Sunburst chair for photos, along with the chance to purchase a lifetime Union membership. Check out some of our favorite photos from the event below: [slideshow_deploy id=’7101′]
Students Travel to Serve on Time Off
Many students spend winter or spring break soaking up the sun on a hot beach or conquering ski slopes, but with Alternative Breaks students become leaders and travel to help others. Wisconsin Union Directorate (WUD) Alternative Breaks is a non-profit, student-run committee that coordinates a number of volunteer experiences for UW-Madison students over winter, spring and summer breaks both domestically and internationally. WUD...
What’s New with Outdoor UW?
Whether you are a nature nut or a nature novice, Outdoor UW is the place to start your adventure. We had a chance to sit down with Outdoor Recreation Manager Joe Webb to hear about how Outdoor UW provides students, Union members and the overall Madison community with classes, equipment and opportunities to get outside. Terrace Views (TV): What makes Outdoor UW unique from other programs on campus? Joe Webb (JW): We provide equipment,...