Throwback Thursday: Tree decorating at the Union
Take a look back in time each week with Throwback Thursdays as we post photos and snapshots from the Union’s amazing history. Find out interesting facts and stories from some of the Union’s favorite people, places and things. We’re eager to hear your stories and memories from the Union as well, so share in the comments section below!
Throwback Thursday: Christmas decorating party
Take a look back in time each week with Throwback Thursdays as we post photos and snapshots from the Union’s amazing history. Find out interesting facts and stories from some of the Union’s favorite people, places and things. We’re eager to hear your stories and memories from the Union as well, so share in the comments section below!
Throwback Thursday: Village Fair on the Terrace
Take a look back in time each week with Throwback Thursdays as we post photos and snapshots from the Union’s amazing history. Find out interesting facts and stories from some of the Union’s favorite people, places and things. We’re eager to hear your stories and memories from the Union as well, so share in the comments section below!
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...
Wisconsin Union Annual highlights inspiring stories
It’s been a big year for the Wisconsin Union and nothing brings us more satisfaction than to share inspirational stories from the last year with our members and friends, without whom these incredible accomplishments would not be possible. We hop you enjoy reflecting on this undeniably successful year with us by flipping through the special year-end edition of Terrace Views below. [issuu width=420 height=272...
Hidden Treasures: Ornate ceiling uncovered in Hamel Library
By Brooke Appe Although the Memorial Union Reinvestment (MUR) is a project designed for the betterment of the Wisconsin Union’s future, it has also been instrumental in examining the Union’s rich past through artifacts and uncovered architectural secrets. One of these architectural discoveries is the Hamel Browsing Library ceiling, where upon preparation for renovation, a beautiful ornamental ceiling was discovered. Based...