Savoring the Remaining Weeks of Terrace Season 2023
Terrace season. A beautiful time of the year during which our outdoor, lakeside space the Memorial Union Terrace fills with the sounds of our free, live music, the laughter of patrons enjoying our rentable kayaks and canoes, conversations among family members as they enjoy art-making, and the many reactions to our free film showings with their wide-ranging genres. Terrace season is a brief time, usually running from mid-April to...
What Does that Acronym Mean?
It’s no secret, the Wisconsin Union loves to use a good acronym. WUD, CfLI, RSO, JLC! While these are familiar to Wisconsin Union employees and student leaders, individuals coming to campus for the first time could be easily confused! Use this as your guide to the common Wisconsin Union acronyms and their meanings. Wisconsin Union Directorate (WUD) Pictured are the 2017-18 WUD student officers and directors WUD is an acronym that can...
Navigating Newness With Wisconsin Union Involvement
“Meeting new people can be scary,” Wisconsin Hoofers Council President Sam Hagedorn said. Sam expressed a feeling to which many individuals can relate, the fear of not being able to find a community to connect with when entering a new environment, such as a college campus. But don’t worry! He continued with his own wise words and expertise. “Find something that you are interested in, and join a club that offers that,” Sam...
Leadership, Mentorship, and Finding One’s Voice: Mae Hurtado-Thiele Receives 2023 Women’s Leadership Award
For a while, Mae Hurtado-Thiele says she lost her voice. As a child, she felt alone as the only girl in the upper level math classes and the only Spanish-speaking student at a new school. She felt less inclined to speak up, or even to speak Spanish in front of others. But when she found her voice again years later, it was that of a burgeoning leader – and that of the 2023 recipient of the Anne Louise Martino Leadership Award. The...
Weathering the Weather: Experiences for a Lifetime Rain or Shine
Puddles of rain water dot the Memorial Union Terrace chairs and tables following a passing summer thunderstorm at University of Wisconsin-Madison at sunset on June 28, 2017. (Photo by Jeff Miller / UW-Madison) You planned a weekend of relaxation and exploration around the outdoor activities offered at the Wisconsin Union’s Memorial Union Terrace but learned of inclement weather making its way into town. You hoped to be able to lounge...
Terrace Season, Six Ways
There’s never been a more wonderful time to visit the Terrace than this upcoming season. Whether you’re looking for a place to relax and eat, explore the outdoors, or stretch your creativity, the Terrace is back and better than ever, with even more offerings so you can celebrate summer all day long. Follow inspiration with a free or low-cost Terrace art project Creativity can take you anywhere at the Terrace Art Zone. Photo by...