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Campus Leaders React to Kenosha Shooting
On Monday, Lori Reesor, the UW’s vice chancellor for student affairs, responded to the shooting of Jacob Blake in Kenosha, Wisconsin.. Read more >>
UW Health Experts Share Vaccine Overview
As researchers work to develop a COVID-19 vaccine, UW Health officials provide answers to questions surrounding vaccines — from how they’re tested to why they work. Read more >>
Ball Gives His All for Madison’s Homeless
Former Badger football star Montee Ball x’13 is helping keep individuals who are homeless safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. As he assists others, the experience is also leaving an impact on him. “This is a project that I’ll think back on for the rest of my life,” he said. Read more >>
New Medical Students Welcomed to UW in Virtual White Coat Ceremony
Last Friday, incoming medical students commemorated their start in the UW’s School of Medicine and Public Health through a virtual White Coat Ceremony. Read more >>
Memorial Union, Union South Closes to the Public Starting Friday
For the time being, Terrace-goers will not be able to enjoy the lake view from the beloved sunburst chairs unless they’re a current student or a staff or faculty member. As of today, the Memorial Union and Union South have closed to the public. Read more >>
Visiting Students Can Find a Badger Path through College During the Pandemic
The UW has invited visiting students who have not yet started or completed an undergraduate degree to earn college credit, either in-person or online, with the university this fall. Read more >>
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