Student Leadership: Road Trip Edition
A five-day road trip with 34 others whom you’ve never met before may seem like a recipe for disaster, but, this group of student leaders found it impactful. Wisconsin Union Directorate (WUD) Alternative Breaks Committee presents the Wisconsin Experience Bus Trip (WEBT). This annual, week-long trip brings UW-Madison student leaders together from a range of different campus offices with the goal to enact the Wisconsin Idea by...
From One Union to Another: Hank Walter Bids UW-Madison Farewell
From building the new Union South to the Memorial Union Reinvestment, the Wisconsin Union has experienced an incredible amount of change over the last 10 years, and Hank Walter has been there to see it all. Hank will not be going too far as he joins our Big 10 rival, Indiana University, as the executive director of their student union. “Some of what I’ll be doing is similar in terms of daily management and some will be crafting...
Who Makes WUD Work?
Ten committees and six Hoofers clubs make up the Wisconsin Union Directorate (WUD), which is run by students who plan, program and promote hundreds of recreational, art, community service and cultural events on campus each year. Besides being a fun experience, WUD allows students to step into major leadership roles to run the committees. Hours of work and planning go into making a WUD committee tick, and we are fortunate to hear from...
Literary Leaders: WUD Publications Spotlight of Chloe Karaskiewicz
Made up of seven committees, WUD Publications celebrates and promotes reading and writing on campus while offering students valuable experience in publishing-related fields. Covering everything from food, photography and fiction, each committee has an editor to manage all that goes into finding new content, planning meetings and encouraging innovative ideas. We’re highlighting these editors in a new and recurring segment to...
Jack Klatt on Dancing Babies, Traveling and the Midwest
If you’ve been looking for a night of dancing, upbeat music and good company, look no further than the Jack Klatt Trio at the Terrace July 31. Native of Minnesota’s Mississippi River banks and folk musician, Jack Klatt took time to chat with me about his upcoming show, his music and more. Klatt’s sound is an awesome blend of country, blues and folk–check it out here. TV: You’ve played in Madison a few...
Everybody Loves Betty Who
If you haven’t heard her hit songs “Somebody Loves You” and “Heartbreak Dream” yet, it’s time you listen and get to know Betty Who. Born in Australia and current New York resident, the 22-year-old singer songwriter is touring around the U.S. before she tours with pop artist Katy Perry this fall. Catching Madison on one of its more beautiful summer nights, Betty put on an amazing show at the Terrace last...