Mornings on Mendota Bring Family Fun and Science to the Terrace
Guests enjoy art projects during Mornings on Mendota July 13. The Wisconsin Union, in partnership with the Clean Lakes Alliance and the Nelson Institute for Environmental Studies, invite you to Mornings on Mendota. Mornings on Mendota will bring family-friendly lake activities and education to the Memorial Union Terrace 10:30 a.m.-noon July 20 and July 27. Taking place right on the shore of Lake Mendota, this brand new, free event...
So Much More Than You Expect: the Wisconsin Union Job Experience
While you are probably familiar with our fantastic staff at hotspots such as der Rathskeller, Carte or Strada, the Wisconsin Union job experience does not stop at the counter. Students are involved in every aspect of the Union from the weddings we host, to the food we serve, to the events we plan. What you do here as a staff member at the Union, whether that be behind-the-scenes or at the forefront of operations, applies far beyond...
Harmonious History: The Wisconsin Union Theater’s Concert Series Celebrates its 100th Year
The curtains will soon open on a historic event in the Wisconsin Union Theater: the 100th Anniversary Concert Series. As it has done every year for a century, the Series will bring world-renowned classical musicians to Madison, Wis., for its 100th season. The centennial anniversary concerts reflect the historic breadth represented throughout the series’ history. The full series lineup is as follows:Oct. 6, 2019 – ChanticleerNov. 2,...
The Wisconsin Union and SOAR: Partnering for a Great First Campus Experience
SOAR, all University of Wisconsin-Madison students get to experience this freshman and transfer orientation event. Here, at the Wisconsin Union, we help make it all happen, including event management, facilities coordination, and programming. We come together as a team to help all incoming students and their families enjoy some of their first days at UW. SOAR stands for “Student Orientation, Advising, and Registration.” It is the...
6 Reasons to Buy a Limited Edition Terrace Chair
We, at the Wisconsin Union, are partnering with the University of Wisconsin School of Veterinary Medicine (SVM) to make a difference for thousands of animals and the people who care for them. Together, we have unveiled a new, limited edition, mini Terrace chair that will help support the school’s building expansion project. It’s cow-print! In this article, we’ll give you six reasons you need this mini Terrace chair in your life....
Full-Body Fitness at Outdoor UW
Activating your core and engaging your deltoids may be the furthest thing from your mind when you’re sitting at the Memorial Union Terrace enjoying Babcock Ice Cream, but just a hop, skip and jump away from the Terrace lays Outdoor UW. Located on the lower level of Memorial Union, Outdoor UW provides rentals and various outdoor activities for all to enjoy, including teaming up with Rec Sports for outdoor yoga. Below are some ways...