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Five Reasons to Attend Family Weekend This October
Registration is now open for Family Weekend: UW–Madison’s signature event for Badger parents and families. Take a look at last year’s fun and read five more reasons to register for an event that has your …
Wisconsin Welcome Events
Wisconsin Welcome has begun! New students can explore campus and kick off their college experience with events throughout the first weeks of the fall semester, including the W Project.
September Badger Family Forum: Navigating the Fall Semester
Are you ready to equip your student for a successful and thriving fall semester? The Parent and Family Program invites you to our upcoming Badger Family Forum on September 8 from noon – 1:00 p.m. CDT.
UWPD Launches New Safety App — BadgerSAFE
The UW Police Department’s new BadgerSAFE app aims to keep you and your students informed and provide quick access to resources. In addition to providing notifications of off-campus emergency alerts, the app offers features such as Friend Walk, Connect with UWPD and an “I’m OK” feature.
What’s Changed While Your Students Were Away
As your students return to Madison, they’ll notice quite a few changes on campus and in town, from Bucky statues to renovated buildings.
Welcome to a New Semester
Dear parents and families, It was wonderful to meet our newest (and some veteran) Badger families during SOAR this summer — welcome! And to our more seasoned Badger families — welcome back! As Vice Chancellor …
Chancellor Mnookin responds to the Supreme Court admissions decision
Chancellor Jennifer L. Mnookin shared the following message with all UW–Madison students and employees on June 29, 2023.
Alcohol Consumption and Community Impacts
It’s spring in Madison, which means the semester is winding down and – despite a few final bouts of snow – the weather is getting warmer. In addition to attending class and studying for exams, …
Badger Family Forum: Study Abroad Rewatch
Earlier this month, staff from the UW-Madison Parent and Family Program and International Academic Programs discussed all things study abroad and how you can support your Badgers as they live and learn around the globe.