Throwback Thursday: Summers by the Lake
Summer has arrived! And what a better way to start of the summer than getting outside and out by the water? Madison summers have been a time for Lake Mendota activities for years. Whether its kayaking to Picnic Point or relaxing on the Terrace, Madison is the ideal spot for the sun lovers and outdoor fanatics. Interested in igniting your outdoorsy side? The Union’s Outdoor UW will begin offering a wide selection of rentals from...
Name A Seat Campaign Donor Stories: The Commodore
By Kayla Schmidt x’15 Wisconsin Union Theater’s Name A Seat campaign has generated numerous personal stories affiliated with the Union Theater over the years. Many campaign donors, who receive an engraved plaque on a seat, share an intimate connection with the Theater, including Memorial Union Building Association associate trustee Bill Niemeyer. For Bill and his wife Allison, there were many reasons to donate to the Memorial...
Braving the Cold at Hoofers Winter Carnival
By Nancy Payne x’16 While most of us face this fierce Wisconsin winter weather by staying indoors as much as possible, Hoofers challenged us to embrace the cold. With cross-country skiing or snowshoeing to Picnic Point, snow kiting, mountaineer gear racing and soaring down a hill with skiis or snowboards, students and community members of all ages participated in the Wisconsin Union’s beloved Hoofers Winter Carnival....
Throwback Thursday: Winter Games
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!
Hoofers and Special Olympics Wisconsin set sail
By Bethany Rahja x’15 On September 22, 2013, Hoofer Sailing Club hosted a sailing event that provided a new venue for athletes of Special Olympics Wisconsin to pursue adventures outdoors. While Hoofers and Special Olympics Wisconsin anticipated a modest 20 participants, within a few days of registration, nearly 75 athletes were registered for the event, ready to take on the winds of Lake Mendota. “This event was the highlight of...
Hoofers faces the next challenge
By Bethany Rahja ’15 The time Hoofers has been eagerly awaiting has finally arrived as the organization is now moving into newly renovated offices, shops and club spaces. For over 80 years, Hoofer members repaired boats and sails, packed for trips, held club meetings, elected leaders and formed lifelong friendships in the basement of Memorial Union. It was a small group of committed students and staff who first made a home for...