Time for a Winter Adventure
Have the snow flurries kept you inside this winter? Winter is too long to stay inside, and there are so many ways to enjoy the season. Time to embrace it, and we have events to help you do that! Soar through the winter shivers with Outdoor UW Skate Nights Starting on Jan. 19, 2024 (pending weather conditions), scamper down to Lake Mendota for “first-come, first-served” ice skating events and rentals. You can glide on the ice showing...
Socialize, Learn, and Play – A Games Experience
From Dungeons & Dragons to Mario Kart tournaments, your ultimate gaming connection is here within the Wisconsin Union Directorate Games Committee. WUD Games Committee Director Bahulya Tandon explained the purpose behind the founding of the Games Committee in 2019 and the relaxed and inviting meeting atmosphere the Committee works to foster. “We have our collection of games for people to play with new people or with...
Suit Up to Ski, Snowboard, Snowshoe and More at the Midwest’s Largest Ski Swap
A sea of skis await shoppers at the Hoofer Ski and Snowboard Resale. Photo by Rachel Erickson. Ready to hit the slopes? Get all the gear you need to explore the outdoors this winter at the 59th annual Hoofer Ski and Snowboard Resale, the Midwest’s largest ski swap! With new and gently used gear for sale – including skis, snowboards, snowshoes, helmets, goggles, apparel and more – you can find everything you need to start your next...
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...
Onstage at the Wisconsin Union: Skerryvore Coming to Madison for Free Concert Aug. 17
Terrace-goers will hear bagpipes and other traditional Scottish instruments in ways they have never heard before during a free concert featuring Award-winning Scottish band Skerryvore on Aug. 17 at our outdoor space, called the Memorial Union Terrace. Skerryvore always gets people dancing and singing along with its modern, pop-infused take on Scottish music traditions. This event is hosted by the student led-Wisconsin Union...
Art for All at the Terrace Art Zone
Presented annually by Wheelhouse Studios, Memorial Union’s very own craft studio, the Terrace Art Zone is designed to bring creativity, crafting, and art to all. Each week, the Terrace Art Zone is open between Wednesday and Saturday from 5-8 PM (weather permitting) for FREE art-making activities. All ages and skill levels are welcome to participate! The Perfect Family-Friendly Activity in Madison Looking for a free...