UW–Madison
@uwmadison.bsky.social
📤 1228
📥 75
📝 227
Official account for the University of Wisconsin–Madison. On, Wisconsin! 👐 wisc.edu
In her final address to the Universities of Wisconsin Board of Regents today, Chancellor Mnookin expressed her gratitude and reflected on leading and moving forward one of the nation’s leading public universities during a time of challenge.
loading . . .
Chancellor Mnookin expresses gratitude, reflects on leading in a time of challenge
“UW–Madison is a center of gravity for the entire Universities of Wisconsin system and indeed, the entire state,” Mnookin said. “I believe the strength of one rises or falls with the strength of the o...
https://news.wisc.edu/chancellor-mnookin-expresses-gratitude-reflects-on-leading-in-a-time-of-challenge/
about 15 hours ago
0
17
4
With the launch of a new grant program, UW–Madison is making its first investments through the Wisconsin Exchange initiative in faculty-, staff- and student-led projects that put “pluralism into practice” across campus.
loading . . .
UW announces inaugural winners of Wisconsin Exchange grants
The projects put 'pluralism into practice' across campus, as part of the initiative to help students, faculty and staff learn to engage, live and lead in a polarized world.
https://news.wisc.edu/wisconsin-exchange-announces-inaugural-round-of-grant-award-winners/
2 days ago
0
1
1
UW created the nation’s first dance major in 1926, and since then the Dance Department has continually redefined what it means to move, create and learn. Explore the milestones and transformations that have shaped the program — and the generations of artists who have carried its spirit forward.
loading . . .
Dancing for (over) a century
Celebrate 100 years of our Dance program — the nation's first to offer an academic major — with a dance through the decades.
https://education.wisc.edu/news/dancing-for-over-a-century/
2 days ago
0
1
0
UW–Madison celebrated the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. with a series of events focused on King’s legacy. Wisconsin Union student leaders worked with staff to create activities designed to connect history with contemporary issues through art and meaningful dialogue.
loading . . .
Union events honor MLK’s legacy
Student leaders from the Wisconsin Union Directorate developed programming to celebrate and reflect on King's teaching.
https://news.wisc.edu/union-events-honor-mlks-legacy/
7 days ago
0
3
0
A team of UW–Madison computer scientists is pioneering a new approach to health monitoring: using radar to measure breathing and heart rate without physical contact. Their system could help make care safer for even the tiniest patients.
loading . . .
From the lab to the NICU: UW–Madison researchers pioneer contactless health monitoring - School of Computer, Data & Information Sciences
A team of UW–Madison computer scientists is pioneering a new approach to health monitoring: using radar to measure breathing and heart rate without physical contact.
https://cdis.wisc.edu/uw-madison-researchers-pioneer-contactless-health-monitoring/
8 days ago
0
3
1
From the calf barn to the lab bench, UW–Madison undergrad Lauren Jacobs is building skills and shaping her future as a veterinarian through undergraduate research.
loading . . .
Undergraduate research inspires community, confidence and growth
Working in a research lab is helping UW–Madison student Lauren Jacobs get more than hands-on career experience.
https://news.wisc.edu/undergraduate-research-inspires-community-confidence-and-growth/
9 days ago
0
2
1
UW–Madison online master’s programs in engineering and education, whose students include many working professionals seeking to advance their careers, have been recognized as among the best in the country by
@usnews.com
. On, Wisconsin!
loading . . .
UW’s online master’s degree programs ranked among best in country
The education and engineering programs received high marks in U.S. News & World Report’s new rankings.
https://news.wisc.edu/uws-online-masters-degree-programs-ranked-among-best-in-country/
10 days ago
0
5
2
Chancellor Jennifer L. Mnookin shared that she will be leaving UW–Madison at the end of the academic year to serve as president of
@columbiauniversity.bsky.social
. Read more about her leadership tenure at UW:
news.wisc.edu/mnookin-to-a...
loading . . .
Mnookin to assume presidency at Columbia University
Jennifer L. Mnookin, who has served as UW–Madison chancellor since August 2022, will depart for Columbia at the end of the academic year.
https://news.wisc.edu/mnookin-to-assume-presidency-at-columbia-university/
11 days ago
0
3
5
Weather update: In response to the extreme cold, UW–Madison is canceling classes on Friday, January 23. The cancelation applies to all class meetings, including lectures, labs and discussion sections. All other campus operations will continue as normal. More info:
news.wisc.edu/weather-upda...
loading . . .
Weather update: Friday classes canceled
In response to the extreme cold, UW–Madison is canceling classes on Friday, January 23.
https://news.wisc.edu/weather-update-friday-classes-canceled/
15 days ago
0
6
9
By resurrecting a 3.2-billion-year-old enzyme and studying it inside living microbes, researchers at UW–Madison have created a new way to improve our understanding of the origins of life on Earth and possibly recognize signs of life elsewhere.
loading . . .
Resurrected ancient enzyme offers new window into early Earth and the search for life beyond it
UW researchers are helping us understand the origins of life on Earth and possibly recognize signs of life elsewhere.
https://news.wisc.edu/resurrected-ancient-enzyme-offers-new-window-into-early-earth-and-the-search-for-life-beyond-it/
15 days ago
0
3
1
Everyday tasks like climbing stairs shouldn’t have to feel harder with age. UW–Madison assistant professor of medicine Christopher Sundberg is exploring why it happens — and how science can help protect mobility and independence.
loading . . .
Exploring the role of muscles in the aging process - School of Medicine and Public Health
https://www.med.wisc.edu/news/muscles-role-the-aging-process/
15 days ago
0
1
0
What’s in the Badger starter pack? From chamber music to the chemistry lab, these five UW–Madison intro courses see the highest enrollment — and set students up for long-term success.
loading . . .
The Badger starter pack
From chamber music to the chemistry lab, these five UW intro courses see the highest enrollment — and set students up for long-term success.
https://news.wisc.edu/the-badger-starter-pack/
16 days ago
0
3
0
As we begin a new semester,
@uwchancellor.bsky.social
extends a warm welcome to you — whether you’re just returning to campus or have stayed local throughout Winter Break.
loading . . .
Chancellor Mnookin: A new semester begins — welcome back!
As we begin a new semester, I wanted to reach out to welcome you—whether you’re just returning to campus or have stayed local throughout Winter Break.
https://news.wisc.edu/chancellor-mnookin-a-new-semester-begins-welcome-back/
17 days ago
0
5
1
Lewis Sheats has been named the inaugural associate vice chancellor and executive director of the new Wisconsin Entrepreneurship Hub — a campuswide initiative designed to elevate how UW–Madison supports founders and launches new ventures. Learn more:
news.wisc.edu/lewis-sheats...
17 days ago
0
2
3
Good morning, Badgers, and welcome to the Spring 2026 semester. We wish you a successful start to the new year! Let’s begin.
17 days ago
0
12
2
Older adults will soon outnumber children, and the need to care for them will affect UW–Madison graduates across many disciplines. Read in
@onwismag.bsky.social
about a new certificate in aging studies that is giving students helpful tools to draw on:
onwisconsin.uwalumni.com/new-certific...
loading . . .
New Certificate in Aging Studies | On Wisconsin
UW–Madison has an answer for the shortage of eldercare professionals.
https://onwisconsin.uwalumni.com/new-certificate-in-aging-studies/
22 days ago
0
3
0
What happens to bacteria and phages during space travel? UW–Madison researchers sent samples to the International Space Station and found phages mutate in ways rarely seen on Earth, potentially paving the way for new treatments against antibiotic-resistant infections.
loading . . .
Microbes mutated in space hint at biomedical benefits to humans on Earth
Researchers are interested in studying effects on the gut microbiome and antibiotic-resistant infections.
https://news.wisc.edu/microbes-mutated-in-space-hint-at-biomedical-benefits-to-humans-on-earth/
24 days ago
0
5
1
Jerry Frautschi’s life was a testament to the power of civic engagement & the enduring impact of thoughtful philanthropy. His vision & generosity have left an indelible mark on Madison, enriching the lives of countless residents, students & visitors. He will be long remembered & deeply missed.
loading . . .
Honoring Jerry Frautschi ’56 and His Legacy of Cultural Transformation | Wisconsin Alumni Association
https://www.uwalumni.com/news/honoring-jerry-frautschi-56-and-his-legacy-of-cultural-transformation/
25 days ago
1
5
0
UW–Madison student Anthony Lange sprang into action when a family friend collapsed during a pickup basketball game. Thanks to his CNA training and quick CPR, he saved a life — and is now on track to pursue a career in emergency medicine.
loading . . .
How to Save a Life from a Student Who Did It
After a life-or-death incident, biology student Anthony Lange set out to pursue a career in emergency medicine.
https://ls.wisc.edu/news/how-to-save-a-life-from-a-student-who-did-it
25 days ago
0
4
1
The Danish concept of “hygge” is the art of creating coziness and friendliness. If that’s just what you need right now, a UW–Madison Scandinavian Studies professor offers tips in practicing hygge yourself.
loading . . .
Hygge for Happiness | On Wisconsin
The UW’s Claus Andersen explains Denmark’s cozy concept.
https://onwisconsin.uwalumni.com/hygge-for-happiness/
28 days ago
0
5
1
“Public lands are uniquely American. They are our heritage.” UW alum Wade Crowfoot — now California’s Secretary for Natural Resources — is championing public lands for all and forming groundbreaking tribal partnerships. Read more from On Wisconsin Magazine:
onwisconsin.uwalumni.com/preserving-p...
loading . . .
Preserving Public Lands | On Wisconsin
Wade Crowfoot ’96 seeks to protect natural resources for all Americans.
https://onwisconsin.uwalumni.com/preserving-public-lands/
29 days ago
0
5
1
UW–Madison's School of Music ensures that students have a grasp of rapidly changing technology. Director Dan Cavanagh acknowledges AI’s benefits while passionately defending people’s role in the musicmaking process: the “human-to-human connection.”
loading . . .
How Music Makes Us Human | On Wisconsin
In the age of artificial intelligence, Mead Witter School of Music director Dan Cavanagh passionately defends individual creativity.
https://onwisconsin.uwalumni.com/how-music-makes-us-human/
about 1 month ago
0
4
1
UW research scientist and meditation teacher Cortland Dahl explains what’s so great about gratitude, no matter the time of year.
loading . . .
The gift of gratitude
UW research scientist and meditation teacher Cortland Dahl explains what's so great about gratitude, no matter the time of year.
https://news.wisc.edu/the-gift-of-gratitude/
about 1 month ago
0
6
1
Rennebohm Drug Stores were once a Madison staple, including the beloved UW location known as “The Pharm.” Read about its legendary lunch counter and grilled Danishes in On Wisconsin Magazine, and share your own memories from Rennie’s 20th century heyday:
onwisconsin.uwalumni.com/lunch-at-ren...
loading . . .
Lunch at Rennebohm Drug Store | On Wisconsin
For decades, the pharmacy and eatery was a go-to gathering spot for UW students.
https://onwisconsin.uwalumni.com/lunch-at-rennebohm-drug-store/
about 1 month ago
0
4
0
For the first time in more than a decade, UW–Madison ranks among the top five universities in the U.S. for research expenditures in the National Science Foundation’s latest Higher Education Research and Development Survey. On, Wisconsin!
loading . . .
UW–Madison 5th in national research ranking for first time since 2014, surpasses $1.93B in research expenditures
The annual rankings, which cover fiscal year 2024, "highlight the importance of the decades-long partnership between universities and the federal government," says UW–Madison Chancellor Jennifer Mnook...
https://news.wisc.edu/uw-madison-5th-in-national-research-ranking-for-first-time-since-2014-surpasses-1-93b-in-research-expenditures/
about 1 month ago
0
13
11
Come along with us and see what shaped UW–Madison in 2025: triumphs in labs and on the field, stepping out on stage and on the ice, explorations that reach from Lake Mendota to the cosmos. This is our year in pictures, still and moving:
news.wisc.edu/still-moving/
loading . . .
Still/Moving
UW–Madison’s capsule of 2025 in striking images.
https://news.wisc.edu/still-moving/
about 2 months ago
0
7
3
UW–Madison researchers have discovered a mechanism that could one day help people at risk of developing Type 1 diabetes.
loading . . .
UW researchers discover a mechanism that could one day help people at risk of developing Type 1 diabetes
A new study found that disabling one gene protects mice against the metabolic disease.
https://news.wisc.edu/how-disabling-one-gene-protects-mice-against-type-1-diabetes/
about 2 months ago
0
6
1
UW–Madison’s new Puerto Rican Studies Hub, which launched in October as the first of its kind in the Midwest, is already becoming a center for outreach and scholarship focused on Puerto Rico’s rich culture and history.
loading . . .
UW’s Puerto Rican Studies Hub explores the archipelago’s culture and history from a new point of view
The first-of-its-kind center in the Midwest aims to put ‘UW–Madison at the forefront’ of an academic field with growing reach.
https://news.wisc.edu/uws-puerto-rican-studies-hub-explores-the-archipelagos-culture-and-history-from-a-new-point-of-view/
about 2 months ago
0
7
2
Despite uncertainty over federal funding, the university’s scientific community continued to advance knowledge and improve lives. Find out how from our favorite UW–Madison research stories of 2025:
news.wisc.edu/a-year-of-re...
loading . . .
A year of resilience and discovery
Despite uncertainty over federal funding, the university’s scientific community continued to advance knowledge and improve lives. Find out how from our favorite UW research stories of 2025.
https://news.wisc.edu/a-year-of-resilience-and-discovery/
about 2 months ago
0
3
3
reposted by
UW–Madison
Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin
about 2 months ago
Happy holidays and happy New Year, Badgers! Here’s to a great 2026!!✨
loading . . .
0
4
2
Badgers are shaping the future. UW–Madison ranks #6 among public universities in TIME's Best Colleges for Future Leaders. On, Wisconsin!
loading . . .
UW named a top institution for developing future leaders
The university ranks sixth nationally among publics in producing influential figures, according to an analysis by Time magazine.
https://news.wisc.edu/uw-named-a-top-institution-for-developing-future-leaders/
about 2 months ago
0
6
2
Congratulations, Winter
#UWGrad
Class of 2025! 🔴🎓⚪️ Look back at today’s ceremony where our new alums and speakers reflected on the hard work, perseverance and self-discovery that will launch UW–Madison graduates into the next stage of their lives and careers.
loading . . .
Authentically Badgers: New grads celebrate commencement
The new alums and speakers reflected on the hard work, perseverance and self-discovery that will launch the graduates into the next stage of their lives and careers.
https://news.wisc.edu/authentically-badgers/
about 2 months ago
0
9
1
Raj Vinnakota, president of the Institute for Citizens & Scholars, offers advice on how UW–Madison can lead the way in fostering civic dialogue:
news.wisc.edu/engage-in-ci...
loading . . .
‘Engage in civil discourse and collaborative process’
Raj Vinnakota, president of the Institute for Citizens & Scholars, offers advice on how UW can lead the way in fostering civic dialogue.
https://news.wisc.edu/engage-in-civil-discourse-and-collaborative-process/
about 2 months ago
0
1
1
Congratulations to UW professors Daniel Ludois and Guri Sohi, who have been named fellows of the National Academy of Inventors! The academy recognized Ludois for his development of new types of electrostatic motors and power converters and Sohi for his work on computer microprocessors.
loading . . .
UW faculty members named National Academy of Inventors fellows
NAI fellowships are considered the highest professional distinction awarded solely to inventors, according to the organization.
https://news.wisc.edu/uw-faculty-members-named-national-academy-of-inventors-fellows/
about 2 months ago
1
6
2
Teaching students to deliberate not debate: In a public policy course, UW–Madison students put the science behind productive disagreement into practice.
loading . . .
Teaching students to deliberate not debate
In a public policy course, UW–Madison students put the science behind productive disagreement into practice.
https://news.wisc.edu/teaching-students-to-deliberate-not-debate/
about 2 months ago
0
3
2
Viruses in wetland soil play a more important role than previously understood and could even be indicators of ecosystem health, according to a new study by UW–Madison researchers.
loading . . .
Viruses found in carbon-storing wetlands play an active role in shaping ecosystem health
The viruses could also help determine if a wetland has been damaged or if restoration efforts are working.
https://news.wisc.edu/viruses-found-in-carbon-storing-wetlands-play-an-active-role-in-shaping-ecosystem-health/
about 2 months ago
0
3
0
Through the highly competitive Seaman to Admiral scholarship program, UW–Madison freshman Lorelai Haase will maintain her active-duty status with the U.S. Navy while pursuing a bachelor’s degree in nuclear engineering.
loading . . .
Through top scholarship, Navy sailor is docking at UW for a bachelor’s degree
Freshman Lorelai Haase will maintain her active-duty status while pursuing a bachelor’s degree in nuclear engineering.
https://news.wisc.edu/through-top-scholarship-navy-sailor-is-docking-at-uw-for-a-bachelors-degree/
about 2 months ago
0
1
0
reposted by
UW–Madison
Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin
about 2 months ago
Congrats to Badger senior Evelyn Browning: a 2026 Marshall Scholar!👏 One of only 43 awardees in the country this year, she will investigate genetic variants related to neurodevelopmental conditions as a grad student at
@cam.ac.uk
&
@sangerinstitute.bsky.social
.
loading . . .
Senior will take next step in science with prestigious Marshall Scholarship
UW senior Evelyn Browning will use the scholarship to continue her research of genetic variants.
https://news.wisc.edu/senior-will-take-next-step-in-science-with-prestigious-marshall-scholarship/
0
7
3
Meet some of UW–Madison's Winter 2025 notable graduates:
news.wisc.edu/meet-a-few-o...
loading . . .
Meet a few of UW–Madison’s notable grads of winter 2025
We spoke with five of the many extraordinary Badgers who have taken advantage of what the university has to offer in singular and memorable ways.
https://news.wisc.edu/meet-a-few-of-uw-madisons-notable-grads-of-winter-2025/
about 2 months ago
0
4
0
UW–Madison has been awarded $1 million to advance student and community health after winning the We Give Blood Drive.🩸 The competition among all Big Ten Conference universities was sponsored by global health care company Abbott in partnership with the Big Ten.
loading . . .
UW-Madison wins Big Ten blood drive, receives $1 million for health
The University of Wisconsin-Madison has been awarded $1 million to advance student or community health after winning a blood drive competition among all Big Ten Conference universities.
https://news.wisc.edu/uw-madison-wins-big-ten-blood-drive-receives-1-million-for-health/
2 months ago
0
11
2
Today, UW Board of Regents approved a proposal to reorganize the School of Computer, Data and Information Science into a standalone college, a critical step toward creating a College of Computing and Artificial Intelligence. This begins several months of engagement with stakeholders across campus.
loading . . .
UW Board of Regents approves UW–Madison proposal to create College of Computing and Artificial Intelligence
The new college will build upon the university’s strengths in computer, data, library and information sciences and statistics.
https://news.wisc.edu/uw-board-of-regents-approves-uw-madison-proposal-to-create-college-of-computing-and-artificial-intelligence/?srp=social
2 months ago
1
5
1
UW–Madison‘s statewide network of hyper-local weather stations gives Wisconsin growers a powerful tool called Wisconet to reduce costs and improve yields.
loading . . .
Smart farming
UW‘s statewide network of hyper-local weather stations gives Wisconsin growers a powerful tool to reduce costs and improve yields.
https://news.wisc.edu/smart-farming/
2 months ago
0
20
6
reposted by
UW–Madison
UW-Madison College of Letters & Science
2 months ago
Huge news: The College s combining the talents of the Departments of Integrative Biology and Botany to create a new Department of Biology, officially launching in Summer 2026.
ls.wisc.edu/news/science...
loading . . .
Science Brought to Life: UW–Madison to Launch New Department of…
Combining the forces of the current integrative biology and botany departments, the University’s Department of Biology within the College of Letters &…
https://ls.wisc.edu/news/science-brought-to-life-uw-madison-to-launch-new-department-of-biology
0
3
1
Are soccer-playing droids the future of robotics? Assistant Professor of Computer Sciences Josiah Hanna’s soccer-playing robots train with reinforcement learning, a branch of AI that mimics one of the ways humans learn.
loading . . .
Are soccer-playing droids the future of robotics?
By Rachel Robey Josiah Hanna’s soccer-playing robots train with reinforcement learning, a branch of artificial intelligence that mimics one of the ways humans learn. “The world is a fundamentally unce...
https://www.cs.wisc.edu/2025/11/11/josiah-hanna-research-robocup-reinforcement-learning/
2 months ago
0
3
0
As Jeeva Premkumar prepares to address his fellow graduates at Winter 2025 Commencement, he's reflecting on the ways he’s been able to make the most of the hands-on opportunities that drew him to Wisconsin.
loading . . .
Jump into commencement with student speaker Jeeva Premkumar
As Premkumar prepares to address his fellow graduates, he's reflecting on the ways he’s been able to make the most of the hands-on opportunities that drew him to Wisconsin.
https://news.wisc.edu/jump-into-commencement-with-student-speaker-jeeva-premkumar/
2 months ago
0
2
0
reposted by
UW–Madison
On Wisconsin Magazine
2 months ago
Cinematheque offers an artfully curated selection of Hollywood classics, international cinema and challenging indie fare—for free!
@uwmadison.bsky.social
's unique program reaches out to moviegoers who crave an alternative to the latest multiplex blockbuster.
onwisconsin.uwalumni.com/the-uws-mini...
loading . . .
The UW’s Mini Movie Palace | On Wisconsin
Cinematheque offers a world-class filmgoing experience.
https://onwisconsin.uwalumni.com/the-uws-mini-movie-palace/
0
5
2
Today is Giving Tuesday and the final day of the active fall campaign for Partners in Giving — the annual workplace giving campaign that brings together state, Universities of Wisconsin and UW Health employees and retirees to build a better tomorrow. Learn more and make a gift:
giving.wi.gov
2 months ago
0
1
0
A UW–Madison spinoff is making environmentally-friendly cement. The secret ingredient? Pollution.
loading . . .
This UW-Madison spinoff is making environmentally-friendly cement. The secret ingredient is pollution.
What started as an experiment in carbon capture has spawned a spinoff company that combines two abundant waste streams — carbon dioxide and boiler ash — into a building material that is both stronger ...
https://energy.wisc.edu/news/uw-madison-spinoff-making-environmentally-friendly-cement-secret-ingredient-pollution
2 months ago
0
3
0
Between the two of them, Liz McCarthy and Charles Schleicher have more than a half century of experience guiding UW students through degree changes, tough semesters, big decisions and unexpected breakthroughs.
loading . . .
Q&A: Long-time advisors offer tips to students seeking their paths
Between the two of them, Liz McCarthy and Charles Schleicher have more than a half century of experience guiding University of Wisconsin–Madison students through degree changes, tough semesters, big d...
https://news.wisc.edu/qa-long-time-advisors-liz-mccarthy-and-charles-schleicher-offer-tips-to-students-seeking-their-paths/
2 months ago
0
2
0
First-year student Wyatt Vail built a photography business as a sophomore in high school. Now, he's bringing his business acumen to UW–Madison.
loading . . .
He’s a freshman business major and already a successful entrepreneur
Freshman Wyatt Vail built a photography business as a sophomore in high school. Now, he's bringing his business acumen to UW–Madison.
https://news.wisc.edu/hes-a-freshman-business-major-and-already-a-successful-entrepreneur/
2 months ago
0
2
0
Load more
feeds!
log in