Behind the beat with WUD Music
By Brooke Appe From smashing guitars on stage, to backstage breakdowns, musicians don’t exactly have the reputation for being a docile bunch. Professionals are often called in to handle the intricacies of booking shows, preparing for performances and managing the happiness of their performers. With a plethora of venues to host an eclectic mix of musicians, the Wisconsin Union Directorate (WUD) Music Committee uses their expertise to...
Peet’s puts healthy spin on coffee shop classics
By Brooke Appe The menus at coffee shops are often predictable; an assortment of pastries and basic coffee beverage variations are the norm. But Peet’s at Memorial Union puts a different spin on typical coffee fare with wholesome options that will keep you feeling energized even after the caffeine buzz wears off. Seeking variation in our regular coffee routine, we went to Peet’s to try their new Matcha Green Tea Lattes and...
The Terrace Restaurant connects St. John and Madison
By Bethany Rahja Imagine sitting on the Memorial Union Terrace, but instead of the rippling waves of Lake Mendota are the soothing sounds of the ocean, and replacing the brisk Wisconsin winds is the warm Caribbean breeze. Though not the Terrace we all know and love, it is The Terrace Restaurant, a French-inspired restaurant on the island of St. John. Recently opened by UW-Madison grad Erica Miner and her husband Robin, memories of the...
Dinner & Dialogue event to facilitate discussion on food policy
By Brooke Appe Oftentimes, the most passionate and stimulating conversations take place right at the dinner table. Whether coming from of a group of stubborn relatives on Thanksgiving or a spirited group of citizens bent on changing public policy, discussion is the best way to bring about new perspectives and ideas. In line with the latter, the Interactivity Foundation and Wisconsin Union Mini Courses collaborated to produce a...
Urban Slice redefines pizza
By Brooke Appe Gooey, melty cheese, succulent toppings, and a crispy, buttery crust captured the attention of pizza lovers when Urban Slice opened at Union South. After experiencing astounding success for making these New York style pies for the south side of campus, it was a no-brainer to bring the same recipes and cooking style over to Lakefront on Langdon at Memorial Union for everyone to experience. “We decided to open an...
Porter Butts and his ‘Union Idea’
By Brooke Appe In a statement adopted by the members of the Association of College Unions at its 33rd Conference in 1956, Porter Butts wrote “the Union is the community center of the college, for all the members of the college family—students, faculty, administration, alumni, and guests. It is not just a building: it is also an organization and a program. Together they represent a well-considered plan for the community life of...