L&S News

Max Koenig (x’24) will spend a year volunteering in six communities around the world.

As an undergraduate majoring in economics and political science at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, Pranav Krishnan has studied and researched some of the weightiest topics facing the world, from the rise of authoritarian regimes to the future of democratic institutions.

For the first time, a University of Wisconsin–Madison building will bear the name of John and Tashia Morgridge, alumni and visionary partners to UW–Madison, who have for decades made significant contributions to the university, beginning with a humble $10 gift in the 1960s.

Here at the College of Letters & Science we’re excited to celebrate the 5th annual Day of the Badger! And you’re probably seeing all sorts of emails, social posts and mail from us and other UW–Madison units who want you to join in on the fun. Wondering what this day is all about? Here are some answers to frequently asked questions about Day of the Badger.

Alumnus Peter Friedrich ('73) collected life-changing learning experiences as a Badger. For the 2024 Day of the Badger he's making sure a new generation gains all the benefits of a UW liberal arts education.

The Mead Witter School of Music's Laura Schwendinger and Peter Dominguez, as well as Associate Professor of Gender & Women's Studies Anna Campbell are honored by the UW-Madison Division of the Arts.

At its core, the UW-Madison's annual day of giving, set for April 16-17, is about giving students once-in-a-lifetime opportunities and experiences.

Alumnus Aaron Eisenberg ('94) is helping fuel the 2024 Day of the Badger with a generous matching gift.

Professor of Geography speculates on the impacts of a warming winter to plants, wildlife and human activity in the Northern United States.