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Sunburst Terrace chairs will leave the Memorial Union Terrace on Oct. 30

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The Wisconsin Union’s sunburst Terrace chairs and yellow, orange and green tables will leave the Union’s outdoor dining and entertainment space, the Memorial Union Terrace, beginning Oct. 30.

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New food and music event, called Frosty Bites

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A Wisconsin Union-hosted, new wintertime event series, called Frosty Bites, will come to Memorial Union on Dec. 1 from 7-8:15 p. m. and Dec. 2 from 4-6:30 p. m.

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2018 royal wedding cellist Sheku Kanneh-Mason to perform in Madison Nov. 3

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Cellist Sheku Kanneh-Mason performed at the royal wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, and, on Nov.

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Press release from Las Cafeteras - 'Hasta La Muerte' 2023 tour

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Below is a press release from the Las Cafeteras team. For information about the team's upcoming Wisconsin Union Theater-hosted performance on Nov. 1 at Memorial Union, visit https://union. wisc.

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Pre-ordering of house-made Thanksgiving meals opens Nov. 1

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The Wisconsin Union team’s annual Thanksgiving To Go will return in November with online ordering of group meals for six people and individual-sized meals beginning Nov.

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Black Arts Matter Festival returns with a range of events, including art, comedy, poetry and music, Nov. 8-12 in Madison

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The annual Black Arts Matter (BAM) Festival returns for a fourth year to Madison, Wisconsin, Nov. 8-12.

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GRAMMY-nominated harpist performs on Sept. 29

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Theater-goers can experience the music of Brandee Younger, an artist who is said to be revolutionizing the harp for the digital age, on Sept.

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UW–Madison responds to swimming pier collapse

Several sections of a UW–Madison swimming pier located in front of Memorial Union collapsed into Lake Mendota around 2:35 p. m. on Monday, Sept. 4.

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Wisconsin Union, Karben4 launch Terrace-inspired collab lemonades

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The nonprofit organization the Wisconsin Union and Madison beverage company Karben4 have released two non-alcoholic, gluten-free, sparkling beverages, called Terrace Lemonade and Terrace Strawberry Lemonade, at the Union’s Memorial Union.

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Madison-based clubs teaming up to host Swing Dance Night at the Terrace, a free dance, dance instruction and music event, on July 30

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A new free event, called Swing Dance Night on the Terrace, will come to the Memorial Union Terrace on July 30 from 7-10 p. m.

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2023 Summer paddling experiences have begun at lakeside Outdoor UW

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The Outdoor UW team has launched its summertime experiences in downtown Madison, including new services and events.

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A rainbow of Terrace chairs will make a limited-time appearance at Memorial Union on June 21

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The Wisconsin Union team will bring out a few Terrace chairs in colors not usually seen at Memorial Union, such as blue and purple, to join with yellow, orange and…

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Madison Jazz Festival will feature music at Memorial Union June 17-18

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The sounds of jazz will fill performing arts spaces at Memorial Union June 17-18 during the Madison Jazz Festival, which is presented by the Wisconsin Union Theater (WUT) and Arts…

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Performing arts stars, stars on the rise coming to Madison as part of 2023-24 Wisconsin Union Theater season

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A programming team with a history of booking stars and stars before they rise to popularity releases its next season lineup A season of stars and stars-in-the-making will perform in Madison,…

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Limited-edition purple, teal mini Terrace chair purchases will support suicide prevention efforts, mental health resources at UW–Madison

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The purchase of the Wisconsin Union’s limited-edition, mini, purple and teal version of an iconic symbol of summer in Madison, Wisconsin, called the Terrace chair, will support the University of…

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Rare Ojibwe ponies will visit UW–Madison during afternoon of learning, storytelling featuring Darcy Whitecrow on April 21

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Ojibwe ponies, a horse breed almost driven into extinction, will make an appearance at the University of Wisconsin–Madison campus for an event featuring Darcy Whitecrow, who is Ojibwe and Dakota…

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Outdoor entertainment and dining destination, the Memorial Union Terrace, opens April 12

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Two thousand chairs, whose appearance each spring and trademarked sunburst design have become synonymous with summer in Madison, Wisconsin, will begin returning to the 40,000-square-foot, lakefront outdoor space known as…

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Danish String Quartet, an ensemble playing for the love of music with a foundation of true friendship, will perform in Madison on April 18

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Patrons will experience how 20 years of friendship and a shared love of music translates on stage as the Wisconsin Union Theater team concludes its 2022-23 Concert Series with a…

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UW–Madison 2023 senior class gift leaves a legacy of supporting mental health and well-being

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The University of Wisconsin–Madison Senior Class Office (SCO) will gift funds to the Center for Healthy Minds Higher Education Fund as its 2023 senior class gift.

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Learning and music performance experiences featuring New York Philharmonic Principal Clarinetist Anthony McGill come to Madison on April 4

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New York Philharmonic Principal Clarinetist Anthony McGill will perform with students of the University of Wisconsin–Madison Symphony Orchestra (UWSO) during a Wisconsin Union Theater Concert Series event on April 4…

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Jazz singer and 2023 GRAMMY winner Samara Joy will demonstrate powerful, poised vocals during May 4 performance at Memorial Union

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Twenty-three-year-old jazz singer Samara Joy has been celebrated for her effortless control of timeless jazz standards.

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University Club will reopen on Jan. 23 with new, casual dining service called Union Commons at the University Club

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Jazz singer, composer Cécile McLorin Salvant will showcase rich vocals and stories during Feb. 7 performance at Memorial Union

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Three-time GRAMMY Award-winning composer, jazz singer and musical storyteller Cécile McLorin Salvant will blend sounds that reimagine the jazz genre when she performs at Shannon Hall in Memorial Union on…

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Events featuring groundbreaking performing arts ensembles will come to Madison in February

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The Wisconsin Union Theater's 2022-23 season continues to bring audiences opportunities to experience the avant-garde vibrancy of the performing arts with veteran dance phenomenon Pilobolus on Feb.

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Music virtuosos Geneva Lewis, Evren Ozel will perform program spanning centuries and continents Jan. 27 at Memorial Union

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Pure, honest, remarkable and from the heart — these words have been used to describe the artistry of violinist Geneva Lewis.

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University Club will reopen on Jan. 23 with new, casual dining service called Union Commons

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The historic campus dining venue the University Club will reopen Jan.

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Winter Carnival, a winter recreation event series, returns Feb. 6-11

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From themed ice skating to maple taffy making, the Wisconsin Union's free wintertime revelry series the Winter Carnival returns for an 83rd year to Madison, Wis. , Feb.

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Apparel company Iron Joc and Wisconsin Union launch a clothing line collaboration

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The Wisconsin Union team and University of Wisconsin–Madison alumnus-owned and Wisconsin-based Iron Joc Performance Gear and Apparel have launched a line of Iron Joc’s performance clothing with the Union’s iconic,…

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Annual outdoor recreation sale event, meet and greet, and film showing

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The Hoofer Ski and Snowboard Club will continue its 58-year-long tradition of hosting the popular Hoofer Ski and Snowboard Resale at Union South’s Varsity Hall in Madison, Wis.

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American Patchwork Quartet will sew musical quilt of cultures during Nov. 17 performance in Madison

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The American Patchwork Quartet sews together echoes of traditional folk music dating back to Colonial America with the contemporary voices of its members’ ancestral roots to create a multicultural, folk…

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Community invited to Veterans Day recognition breakfast on Nov. 11 at Memorial Union

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The Wisconsin Union team, in partnership with University Veteran Services at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, invite UW–Madison students, staff and faculty and the public to celebrate United States veterans and…

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Pre-ordering of Wisconsin Union’s house-made Thanksgiving To Go meals, à la carte menu options opens Nov. 2

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The Wisconsin Union team will serve up its popular Thanksgiving To Go personal and family-sized meals and à la carte holiday, house-made menu favorites in 2022, with online ordering going…

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Cory Henry’s voice of gold, virtuosic musicianship to combine during night of future soul on Nov. 3

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Renowned composer, producer, and keyboardist Cory Henry’s musical journey began at just two years old when he started playing the organ at church.

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Internationally renowned equestrian coach to lead riding clinic and symposium in southern Wisconsin

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The Hoofer Riding Club will host an equestrian riding clinic and symposium led by internationally renowned equestrian coach, clinician and author Daniel Stewart in Brooklyn, Wis. , Nov 12-13.

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South African gospel choir will perform songs in celebration of freedom and civil rights Oct. 8 in Madison, Wis.

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The Soweto Gospel Choir will perform a new program, called, “Hope - It's Been A Long Time Coming,” on Oct. 8 at 7:30 p. m.

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Bands Alvvays and Slow Pulp will perform free UW‒Madison Homecoming kickoff concert

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The University of Wisconsin‒Madison Homecoming lineup has expanded with a Wisconsin Union Directorate (WUD) Music Committee and Wisconsin Homecoming Committee-hosted kickoff concert featuring up-and-coming indie pop band Alvvays with an…

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Outdoor learning events series returns for second year with returning and new programming

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Making its return for a second year, the Outdoor Explorer Series by Outdoor UW has begun again providing low-cost educational events throughout the year, including a brand new introductory course…

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U.S. spaceflight record-holding astronaut Scott Kelly to speak at free event at Memorial Union

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Early Look at Homecoming Events Lineup

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A time-honored Madison celebration, University of Wisconsin‒Madison Homecoming, will return Oct. 17-22 for its 111th year.

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Patrons invited to last Wisconsin performance ever for acclaimed string quartet and world-renowned chamber ensemble performance in September at Memorial Union

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The timeless beauty of music by Beethoven, Mozart, Robert Schumann, and Andrea Casarrubios will usher in the Wisconsin Union Theater’s renowned annual Concert Series in Shannon Hall at Memorial Union…

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Wisconsin Union Theater's 2022-23 season

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2022-23 Wisconsin Union Theater season begins Sept.

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Equity strategic action plan on student leadership and involvement launches at UW–Madison Center for Leadership & Involvement

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An equity plan more than a year in the making, called the Equity Strategic Action Plan (ESAP), will kick off soon with campus stakeholders’ feedback driving the actionable ways the…

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Some of the United States’ most talented, young jazz musicians will perform at free Wisconsin Union Theater-hosted event Aug. 7

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Carnegie Hall’s National Jazz Youth Orchestra (NYO Jazz) will perform on the Shannon Hall stage at Memorial Union in Madison on Aug. 7 at 7 p. m.

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Outdoor UW, Hoofers, Wisconsin Union Directorate to host concert on the water, featuring band Sleeping Jesus

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The Wisconsin Union’s Outdoor UW, Wisconsin Union Directorate (WUD) Music Committee and Hoofer Outing Club are ready to make a splash with the Union’s first-ever Lakefront Live at the Memorial…

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Wisconsin Union releases updated Terrace season July music schedule

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The Wisconsin Union has released an updated July schedule of free music that will take place at its lakefront destination, the Memorial Union Terrace.

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Jazz artists on the rise, including viral internet stars, featured in Wisconsin Union Theater’s Jazz Series

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The Wisconsin Union Theater team invites patrons to jazz up their year with its six-show Jazz Series, which runs from Sept. 15, 2022-March 25, 2023, at Memorial Union.

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UW–Madison research drives recommendations for enhanced leadership education

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University of Wisconsin–Madison team members collaborated for months with a common goal: determine how to further strengthen leadership education at UW–Madison.

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Outdoor UW paddling rentals, summer group experiences begin for the 2022 season

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Paddling rentals and summer outdoor group experiences have begun at Outdoor UW for the 2022 summer season, including the rental of tandem kayaks, single kayaks, canoes, stand-up paddleboards, and an…

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Terrace season returns with art, film and music programming traditions as well as new activities

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Free and low-cost entertainment is back at iconic Madison summertime lakeside destination the Memorial Union Terrace, including the decades-long traditions of free concerts, free film showings, outdoor events and recreation…

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Wisconsin Union hosts festivities for graduates and their friends and families

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Activities include cap decorating, live music, big Terrace chair photo opportunities, and livestreamed ceremonies The Wisconsin Union team is excited to welcome University of Wisconsin–Madison graduates and their loved ones to…

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Concert Series brings cutting-edge, contemporary and traditional classical music to Madison stages

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The Wisconsin Union Theater’s 2022-23 classical music series, called the Concert Series, will bring both world-renowned artists and fresh faces in classical music to Madison, Wis. , stages.

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Comedy star, actress Dulcé Sloan takes the stage at Shannon Hall May 7

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Hailed as one of the sharpest, fastest rising voices in comedy, standup comedienne and actress Dulcé Sloan is bringing her comedic talent to the Wisconsin Union Theater’s Shannon Hall on…

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Terrace season fun returns April 13

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The iconic, outdoor Madison destination, called the Memorial Union Terrace, reopens for the 2022 Terrace season on April 13 when the Wisconsin Union team brings back hundreds of green, yellow…

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‘Bill Nye the science guy’ coming to UW-Madison for free talk and Q&A on climate change, sustainability

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Science educator and television personality Bill Nye has fought for more than 30 years to raise awareness of climate change, and he’s shining a light on that global warming crisis at…

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Journalist, author and activist Helen Zia to highlight importance of uplifting multicultural communities on March 31

Author, activist and former journalist Helen Zia will emphasize how bringing the nation’s multicultural communities together can create positive change during “The Power of Unity and Re-Envisioning America” on March…

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UW–Madison students: apply now to lead the Wisconsin Homecoming Committee

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Applying for Wisconsin Homecoming Committee executive board and committee member positions means applying for the opportunity to organize one of the University of Wisconsin–Madison's longest-standing traditions, advance leadership and event…

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Wisconsin Union Theater to host music and health talk, music studio class, and recital with legendary soprano Renée Fleming in April

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People will have multiple opportunities to experience the talent of Renée Fleming as the world-renowned soprano, educator and advocate for health and well-being takes up residency at UW–Madison for three…

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George Hinchliffe’s Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain to bring humor and ukuleles to the Wisconsin Union Theater’s Shannon Hall on March 31

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George Hinchliffe’s Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain will celebrate the joys of the ukulele when it performs in Shannon Hall at Memorial Union on March 31 at 7:30 p.

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Black Arts Matter Festival will return to Madison in-person March 23-26

Updated March 22 While studying at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, slam poet and interdisciplinary artist Shasparay ‘20 saw that Black arts had not been given the attention or platform that it…

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Renowned trumpeter Pacho Flores and UW Symphony Orchestra to blend tradition and innovation on March 5

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Distinguished trumpet soloist Pacho Flores will guest solo with the University of Wisconsin–Madison Symphony Orchestra (UWSO) during a night of world-class music on March 5 at 7:30 p. m.

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Chelsea Manning to discuss her fight for government transparency, transgender rights at free event on Feb. 17

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Activist and former Army intelligence analyst Chelsea Manning will speak about her fight for transgender rights, data privacy, public service ethics, and government transparency during a Wisconsin Union Directorate (WUD)…

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Outdoor UW creates outdoor recreation learning series for people of all skill levels

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The Outdoor UW team at the Wisconsin Union will soon debut a program open to all and for every level of outdoor adventurer, called the Outdoor Explorer Series by Outdoor…

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Brentano String Quartet to commemorate 30th anniversary with Feb. 10 performance

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The Brentano String Quartet will celebrate 30 years as a quartet with a performance in Shannon Hall in Memorial Union on Feb. 10 at 7:30 p. m.

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In-person winter celebrations to return to Memorial Union, Alumni Park in February 2022

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The Wisconsin Union’s annual Winter Carnival will return to Memorial Union Feb.

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U.S. street dance and classical percussion combine in Third Coast Percussion + Movement Art Is’s ‘Metamorphosis’ on Jan. 27

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What does the world look like to you? And how do where you’re from and your experiences shape that? Those are the questions that GRAMMY-winning percussion quartet Third Coast Percussion…

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In the News: Partnering to Provide World-Class Hospitality Services

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(Photo by Jeff Miller/UW-Madison) University of Wisconsin Conference Centers and the Fluno Center for Educational Excellence will join the Wisconsin Union team in Student Affairs as part of a strategic partnership…

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Grammy Award-winning violinist Gil Shaham returns to the Wisconsin Union Theater’s Concert Series on Dec. 11

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Join the Wisconsin Union Theater team on Dec. 11 as it presents Grammy Award-winning violinist Gil Shaham as part of the 2021-22 Wisconsin Union Theater Concert Series.

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Wisconsin Union Theater patrons invited to an evening of contemporary jazz by The Vijay Iyer Trio on Dec. 3

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Jazz and contemporary music legend Vijay Iyer will join his colleagues bassist Daryl Johns and drummer Jeremy Dutton for a rare Madison concert on Dec. 3 at 7:30 p.

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Wisconsin Union, University Veteran Services will host free Veterans Day program on Nov. 11 at Memorial Union

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The Wisconsin Union team in partnership with University Veteran Services welcome all to join the team for a free Veterans Day event on Nov.

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Phony Ppl will bring its exquisite spectrum of jazz, hip-hop, R&B, reggae, soul, and rock to the Shannon Hall stage on Nov. 18

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MADISON – The Brooklyn-based music group Phony Ppl began as teenagers with a love for music, creating songs in a band member’s basement, and now performs its music to fans…

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Online ordering for Wisconsin Union's Thanksgiving To Go available now

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Now through Nov. 17 at 3 p. m.

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Dr. Reuben Jonathan Miller will discuss exclusion, punishment former prisoners face during free discussion on Nov. 9

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Grammy winner Terence Blanchard will pay tribute to living jazz legend Wayne Shorter During Nov. 5 performance

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The Wisconsin Union Theater team presents a performance featuring Oscar-nominated, Grammy-winning trumpeter and composer Terence Blanchard, who will pay tribute to his mentor Wayne Shorter in a special collaborative project,…

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Wisconsin Homecoming Committee and Wisconsin Union invite all to Homecoming 2021 events

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Note: The Parade start time has changed to 5:30 p. m.

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Distinguished Lecture Series speaker and Onion.com founder Scott Dikkers knows how to write funny and build brands

Comedy empire creator will talk about building a world-renowned brand, fake news, marketing, and a work culture of honesty and creative freedom Scott Dikkers made a business out of mocking popular…

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David Elsmo Named Outdoor UW Director

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David Elsmo will lead Outdoor UW as its new director, which includes serving as the primary Hoofer advisor, supervising the current recreational advising staff, and overseeing the lakefront rental operation.

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Chamber orchestra Sphinx Virtuosi to kick off 2021-22 Concert Series on Sept. 30

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Critically acclaimed chamber orchestra Sphinx Virtuosi will perform on Sept. 30 at 7:30 p. m.

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Wisconsin Union Theater receives COVID-19 relief grant

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The Wisconsin Union Theater will receive a Shuttered Venue Operators Grant, which provides emergency assistance for venues affected by COVID-19, in the amount $686,413. 58 from the U. S.

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In-person Wisconsin Union Theater events return with 3rd annual Black Arts Matter Festival, 102nd annual classical music series, jazz and more

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Wisconsin Union Theater team releases full 2021-22 season lineup The Wisconsin Union Theater team’s 2021-22 season will include jazz, classical music, R&B music, the return of the Black Arts Matter Festival,…

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A summer to remember at the Memorial Union Terrace with return of free Terrace programming and debut of limited time restaurant

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Free film showings, music performances and art activities as well as a new, limited time dining experience will provide Terrace-goers with experiences for a lifetime at the Memorial Union Terrace.

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Paddling rentals, yoga and group outdoors experiences to begin at Outdoor UW after summer 2020 hiatus due to COVID-19

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The Outdoor UW docks are back in Lake Mendota, the outdoor recreation equipment is cleaned and ready, and adventures on water and land await with Outdoor UW.

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2021-22 Concert Series will return Sept. 30 with in-person performances

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On Sept. 30, the curtains in Shannon Hall will open to a live audience in the Hall’s seats.

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Memorial Union Terrace, Memorial Union and Union South access will expand to all beginning May 10

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Beginning May 10, all, including Wisconsin Union members, community members, and visitors, can visit the Wisconsin Union’s Memorial Union Terrace, Memorial Union and Union South.

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Terrace chairs will make their return to the Memorial Union Terrace April 14

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The Wisconsin Union’s Terrace chairs will return to the Memorial Union Terrace April 14, marking the start of Terrace season 2021.

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Author Ocean Vuong to take attendees on journey of self-discovery during free, virtual reading from his debut novel on April 22

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Vuong to read from ‘On Earth We’re Briefly Gorgeous’ at Wisconsin Book Festival event co-hosted by the Wisconsin Union Theater The Wisconsin Union Theater, in partnership with the Madison Public Library’s…

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Student-led organizations will host free, virtual discussion with critically acclaimed rapper and poet Noname

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Noname to discuss artistic expression in music and poetry, BIPOC and female empowerment during free event open to University of Wisconsin–Madison students, staff, and faculty MADISON – Rapper and poet Noname…

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‘Primer For An Impossible Conversation’ performances will explore the topic of race through dialogue, dance on April 8, 9

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Wisconsin Union Theater hosts streaming of new piece from artists David Neumann, Marcella Murray and Tei Blow The Wisconsin Union Theater will host two virtual streaming performances of “Primer for an…

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Barrier-breaking Olympic medalist Ibtihaj Muhammad will discuss her experiences as an American Muslim athlete and changemaker

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Fencer and Olympic medalist Ibtihaj Muhammad made history in 2016 when she became the first American to compete for an Olympic medal while wearing a hijab and the first American…

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Meccore String Quartet to perform for Wisconsin Union Theater patrons Feb. 28

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The Wisconsin Union Theater will stream an online Concert Series performance by the Meccore String Quartet on Feb. 28 at 7:30 p. m. CDT.

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POSTPONED TO FEB. 27: Multi-instrumentalist, vocalist Nicholas Payton online performance added to Wisconsin Union Theater season

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Update: The Wisconsin Union Theater-hosted performance by and question-and-answer session with multi-instrumentalist and vocalist Nicholas Payton has been rescheduled to take place Feb. 27 at 7:30 p. m. CDT.

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Student-led committee to host renowned civil rights attorney Ben Crump at free, online event Feb. 16

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Attorney Ben Crump will share insight into justice system, civil rights cases, and more Civil rights and personal injury attorney Ben Crump will discuss qualified immunity, working within the justice system,…

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Wisconsin Union Theater patrons to experience a night of storytelling through music with singer-songwriter Okaidja Afroso on Feb. 11

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Singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Okaidja Afroso believes in bringing together diverse forms of expression to create global harmony.

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In the News: Madison Mom Blog Highlights Winter Carnival

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The Madison Mom team is works to encourage other Madison moms to get out in our great community and try new things.

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In the News: The Well-Tempered Ear Shares the News of the Verona Quartet's Upcoming Performance and More Arts News to Know

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Read the latest story from Madison-based journalist Jacob Stockinger: https://welltempered. wordpress. com/2021/01/27/this-friday-night-jan-29-the-acclaimed-verona-quartet-performs-an-online-concert-of-brahms-and-dvorak-for-the-wisconsin-union-theater/.

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The Wisconsin Union team will hold Winter Carnival with in-person and virtual events Feb. 3-7

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The Wisconsin Union’s Winter Carnival will return Feb.

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Wisconsin Sound, a new event series featuring Wisconsin artists, will begin Jan. 24

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The Wisconsin Union Theater’s new, online, pilot event series, called Wisconsin Sound, will exclusively feature Wisconsin artists, beginning with the virtual streaming of a concert by the Willy Street Chamber…

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Acclaimed Verona Quartet to perform for Wisconsin Union Theater patrons Jan. 29

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The Wisconsin Union Theater’s Concert Series will continue with a performance by the Verona Quartet on Jan. 29 at 7:30 p. m.

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Wisconsin Union team debuts Winter Wonderland, a new winter activities event series

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The Wisconsin Union team will hold wintertime activities during a new event series, called Winter Wonderland, Jan. 5-Feb. 14.

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Wisconsin Union Theater season continues with virtual events featuring jazz pianist Christian Sands and classical pianist Jeremy Denk

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The Wisconsin Union Theater’s fall virtual events will continue with a live performance by the Christian Sands Trio on Dec. 3 at 8 p. m.

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Fighting to protect people’s rights from machines

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Student-led committee will host discussion with renowned filmmaker, activist on Nov.

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Thanksgiving To Go returns with multiple menu options, traditional favorites

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The Wisconsin Union team has made affordable, gourmet Thanksgiving To Go meals available for purchase this year, with ordering available now through Nov. 20 at 3 p. m.

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Indigenous victims’ rights advocates Sarah Deer and Bonnie Clairmont to discuss confronting gender-based violence in universities at virtual event on Nov. 9

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The Wisconsin Union Directorate (WUD) Distinguished Lecture Series (DLS) Committee in collaboration with the University of Wisconsin-Madison Department of Gender and Women’s Studies, will host a live, virtual conversation with…

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Virtual 2nd Black Arts Matter Festival will raise up Black voices and art around the country

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The Black Arts Matter (BAM) Festival will return to raise up Black voices and art virtually Nov.

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Wisconsin Union Directorate will hold Rise Up Week starting Oct. 26

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The Wisconsin Union Directorate (WUD) will provide education opportunities on many issues, such as racial justice, during WUD’s first-ever Rise Up Week Oct.

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Cellist Camille Thomas will kick off virtual fall 2020 Concert Series with performance from Paris, live Q&A

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The Wisconsin Union Theater’s fall virtual Concert Series performances will begin on Nov. 7 at 7:30 p. m.

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Comic book writer, novelist Gabby Rivera to talk about inspiring radical creativity during online lecture on Oct. 20

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What can we do to support the ideas of diverse artists and empower young, diverse voices to tell their stories? A Wisconsin Union Directorate (WUD) Distinguished Lecture Series (DLS) Committee…

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Victims’ rights advocates will discuss sexual assault and domestic violence survivors’ rights during free lecture

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The Wisconsin Union Directorate (WUD) Distinguished Lecture Series (DLS) Committee will host a live, virtual discussion with victims' rights advocates Amanda Nguyen and Beverly Gooden on Oct.

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Internationally renowned infectious disease doctor to give talk on intersections between healthcare and social justice

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Celine Gounder to give talk as part of free student-led lecture series Infectious disease specialist, internist, and epidemiologist Celine Gounder, M. D.

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Wisconsin Union Directorate Publications Committee debuts summer issue, ‘Community’

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The Wisconsin Union Directorate (WUD) Publications Committee’s summer issue, titled “Community,” debuted Aug.

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Wisconsin Union student welcome events to include Wisconsin Union Theater-hosted performance by comedian Hasan Minhaj

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The Wisconsin Union will host events for University of Wisconsin–Madison students Aug. 28-Sept.

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Wisconsin Union announces fall operations of Memorial Union, Union South, and Union-run campus markets and cafes

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Wisconsin Union’s Memorial Union Terrace and Union South’s Plaza will start the academic year with a special students-only weekend of events, dining services and activities Friday, Aug.

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Online Madison World Music Festival continues tradition of bringing music from around the globe

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The Wisconsin Union Theater’s free Madison World Music Festival will bring an online multicultural music experience to patrons Sept. 11-12 with live and recorded performances and live workshops.

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Wisconsin musician Pat McCurdy will perform a virtual concert on Aug. 15

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The Wisconsin Union continues to create experiences for a lifetime with virtual concert The Wisconsin Union will present a live, virtual performance by Milwaukee-based musician Pat McCurdy on Aug.

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Wisconsin Union will begin phased reopening of the Memorial Union Terrace on June 22

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The Wisconsin Union’s Memorial Union Terrace, the largest outdoor restaurant in Madison, will begin a phased reopening on June 22 with new protocols to ensure patrons and team members can…

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Two-time ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ star will host Zoom Bingo on June 23

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The Wisconsin Union Directorate (WUD) Music Committee in collaboration with the Gender and Sexuality Campus Center and the Wisconsin Union will present Zoom Drag Queen Bingo with “RuPaul’s Drag Race”…

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Ed Janairo selected as Wisconsin Union’s chief business officer

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Ed Janairo will join the Wisconsin Union team as the Union’s chief business officer June 1.

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Heidi Lang awarded grant for study on the impact of college union involvement on sense of belonging, campus climate

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The Association of College Unions International (ACUI) awarded Wisconsin Union Assistant Director for Program and Leadership Development Heidi Lang, Ph. D.

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Celebrated pianist Wu Han will perform with the UW Symphony Orchestra March 7

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Internationally celebrated pianist Wu Han will perform as a concerto soloist with the UW-Madison Symphony Orchestra on March 7 at 7:30 p. m. in the Hamel Music Center.

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Political strategist Symone Sanders to speak at Memorial Union

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Political strategist Symone D. Sanders will present a talk called “Black History, American History” April 6 in Shannon Hall at Memorial Union.

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‘The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks’ author Rebecca Skloot to discuss ethics in science during lecture

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Award-winning science writer and author of “The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks” Rebecca Skloot will speak at a free lecture in Shannon Hall at Memorial Union on March 4 at…

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Science educator Bill Nye to talk climate change at Memorial Union

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Bill Nye to speak at free Wisconsin Union Directorate Distinguished Lecture Series Committee event Science educator, mechanical engineer and author Bill Nye will talk climate change at Memorial Union April…

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A journey around the world: 'Sailing Into Oblivion' with Jerome Rand

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Jerome Rand to speak at a free event in Memorial Union Feb. 19 at 7:30 p. m.

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Man Booker Prize-winning author Marlon James coming to Madison for free lecture

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Award-winning author Marlon James will speak at the Madison Central Library on Feb. 13 at 7 p. m.

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WhatGregSays: Escher String Quartet, with David Finckel, flirts with perfection

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Talented writer and tireless arts supporter Greg Hettmansberger shares his review of the Jan. 25 performance by the Escher String Quartet with David Finckel.

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Renée Fleming Gala Concert tickets will go on sale to the public Feb. 3

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Tickets to world-renowned vocalist Renée Fleming’s Gala Concert will go on sale to the public Feb. 3 for $120.

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Distinguished Lecture Series Committee announces spring speaker lineup

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Free spring lecture series will include events on a variety of topics, beginning with a talk on empathy The Wisconsin Union Directorate (WUD) Distinguished Lecture Series (DLS) Committee will host…

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Wisconsin Union adds new events, activities to 2020 Winter Carnival lineup

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The Wisconsin Union’s Winter Carnival will return Feb.

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gALPHA Social Justice seeks changemakers for second campus program

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Nationally-ranked startup accelerator gener8tor and the American Family Insurance Institute for Corporate and Social Impact will hold a second gALPHA Social Justice program in collaboration with the Wisconsin Union’s Social…

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Social Justice Hub accepting Action Teams applications

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The Wisconsin Union’s Social Justice Hub team is accepting applications for its campus Social Justice Action Teams now through Feb. 9, 2020.

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Debut of wood carved table by local artist, craftspeople to be celebrated at 'In Her Honor' gathering Dec. 12

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The 4W Initiative (Women & Wellbeing in Wisconsin & the World) and the Wisconsin Union invite the public to celebrate the completion of a wood carved table, which was designed…

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Wisconsin Union Directorate, Wisconsin Union will hold Human Rights Week events Dec. 1-7

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Human Rights Week to put spotlight on equality, race relations, addressing rights injustices, and more The Wisconsin Union Directorate (WUD) and the Wisconsin Union will hold multiple Human Rights Week events…

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Wisconsin Union will host pop-up holiday sale in Memorial Union Dec. 10-12

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The Wisconsin Union will host a pop-up holiday sale Dec. 10-12 from 10 a. m. -6 p. m.

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Health Equity Symposium will provide information about current health issues in Madison area

The Wisconsin Union Social Justice Hub, the Student Pre-Health Committee, and the Center for Pre-Health Advising will co-host the Health Equity Symposium at the University of Wisconsin-Madison on Dec.

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Largest ski swap in Midwest to take place Dec. 7-8 in Madison

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Hoofer Ski and Snowboard Resale will feature discounted new, used winter sports gear The 56th Annual Hoofer Ski and Snowboard Resale will take place Dec. 7 from 8 a.

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Wisconsin State Journal: Temporary Buraka location opens at Union South

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Wisconsin State Journal Reporter Samara Kalk Derby tells the delicious story of Ethiopian restaurant Buraka, its owner Markos Regassa and its temporary presence in Union South.

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CulturalOyster: It's Finally Here - Pilobolus's 'Shadowland: The New Adventure'

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CulturalOyster Journalist Susan Kepecs has waited for the return of Pilobolus to Shannon Hall for more than two years.

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CulturalOyster: Maestro and Chanteuse - Sandoval and Monheit return to Madison

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Susan Kepecs, the talented writer behind the incredible CulturalOyster, takes readers on a intimate storytelling journey behind the curtain with legendary musician Arturo Sandoval.

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Wisconsin Union will hold Veterans Day events Nov. 11

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Union’s Veterans Day events to include morning breakfast and program and showing of 'The Greatest War' In observance of Veterans Day, the Wisconsin Union team will hold a free breakfast and…

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Registration open for Wilderness First Aid courses

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Outdoor UW to host first aid courses by world-renowned wilderness school  The Outdoor UW team is currently accepting registrations for the Wilderness First Aid (WFA) course taking place Nov.

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Wisconsin Union announces Winter Carnival dates

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The Wisconsin Union’s Winter Carnival, will return Feb. 2-9, 2020, to the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus, including Memorial Union and Union South.

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Wisconsin Union Theater presents world premiere of The Seldoms' dance theater work 'Floe' Jan. 22-24

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'Floe' to tell story of fragmented global conversation on climate change The Wisconsin Union Theater will present the world premiere of “Floe,” a new dance theater work about climate change by…

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Social Justice Hub will provide facilitator trainings

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The Wisconsin Union’s Social Justice Hub will offer free facilitator training for University of Wisconsin-Madison students, staff and faculty interested in moderating the Hub’s dialogue-based workshops on Oct.

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Wisconsin Union team, supporters celebrate Tong Family Marina

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Social Justice Hub open house will highlight education, involvement opportunities for students

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The Wisconsin Union’s Social Justice Hub team will hold an open house for University of Wisconsin-Madison students Sept. 23 6-8 p. m. at Union South.

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Wisconsin Union Theater accepting sign-ups for first ever Open Piano Day

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Pianists may now sign-up to play the Wisconsin Union Theater’s historic Steinway Concert Grand Piano during the Theater’s Open Piano Day on Sept. 22 from 1-4 p. m.

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Tickets available to the public on Sept. 13 for Q&A with actress, producer and activist Stephanie Beatriz

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Tickets will go on sale to the general public on Sept.

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Campus Farmers Market will bring local products to UW-Madison campus

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The Wisconsin Union team will host the Campus Farmers Market Thursdays, which will feature local and organic products, Sept. 5 until Oct. 24 at Union South from 10 a.

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Madison World Music Festival will take attendees on a trip through much of the world

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The Wisconsin Union Theater’s free Madison World Music Festival will bring music from around the world to the Memorial Union and the Willy Street Fair in Madison Sept. 13-14.

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Elizabeth Snodgrass chosen as new Wisconsin Union Theater director

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Elizabeth Snodgrass will join the Wisconsin Union Theater team as the Theater’s director.

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Wisconsin Union will hold pride event on the Terrace

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Out on the Terrace to be first pride event on the Memorial Union Terrace The Wisconsin Union will host a pride celebration event on the Memorial Union Terrace, called Out…

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Wisconsin Union Theater announces 2019 Summer Serenades lineup

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Summer Serenades brings classical music with a lake view to Madison Classical music will come to the Memorial Union Terrace select Sundays at 5 p. m.

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Wisconsin State Journal: Wisconsin Union wedding director 'executes people's love stories

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Hattie Paul, Wisconsin Union wedding director, has been featured in the Wisconsin State Journal's most recent "Know your Madisonian" article.

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Channel 3000: Limited edition Terrace Chair to benefit UW Vet School

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The Wisconsin Union and the UW School of Veterinary Medicine have unveiled a dairy-inspired, limited edition, mini Terrace chair that celebrates our state’s agriculture industry and helps support the school’s…

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Wisconsin Union will hold graduation weekend celebration

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Weekend to include live music, cap-decorating, big sunburst chair photo opportunities The Wisconsin Union will offer special events and activities as well as photo opportunities to graduating seniors during graduation weekend…

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2019 senior class gift to be unveiled in Memorial Union on May 6

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On May 6, the University of Wisconsin–Madison 2019 senior class, with support from the 4W Initiative (Women, Well-being, Wisconsin and the World), the UW Foundation and the Wisconsin Union, will…

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Summer awaits: Tong Family Marina update

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The Wisconsin Union team looks forward to the opening of the new Tong Family Marina along the Memorial Union lakefront in early summer 2019.

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Wisconsin Union Theater announces 2019-2020 season

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The Wisconsin Union Theater is pleased to announce the 2019-2020 season.

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Sunburst chairs will return to the Memorial Union Terrace April 18

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Terrace season kicks off April 18 at 4 p. m.

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Moda Magazine will bring Fashion Week to downtown Madison

MADISON - Moda Magazine, the University of Wisconsin–Madison’s premier source of fashion and style, will hold the 8th annual UW Fashion Week March 25-29.

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2019-20 Wisconsin Union officers elected to lead Wisconsin Union at UW-Madison

UW-Madison students Tanvi Tilloo, Alison Hovind and Gretchen Trast elected by Union Council Tanvi Tilloo The Wisconsin Union’s governing board Union Council has elected University of Wisconsin-Madison students Tanvi Tilloo, Alison Hovind…

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Wisconsin Union Theater celebrates the Concert Series’ 100th anniversary

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The Wisconsin Union Theater is delighted to announce the schedule for its 100th Concert Series, 2019-2020.

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Tong Family Marina Update - February 2019

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We are about halfway through construction of the Tong Family Marina, a new pier system along Lake Mendota.

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WUD Society and Politics Committee will host discussion on pop culture and politics with Kara Brown

The Wisconsin Union Directorate (WUD) Society and Politics (SoPo) Committee will welcome writer and cohost of pop culture podcast “Keep It” Kara Brown for a discussion on pop culture and…

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Wisconsin Union returns Lady Liberty to Lake Mendota

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In a surprise addition to the annual Winter Carnival, the Wisconsin Union brought the Statue of Liberty tradition back to Lake Mendota Feb.

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Wisconsin Union’s buildings, markets and cafes to close temporarily due to extreme cold temperatures

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Due to the University of Wisconsin-Madison canceling classes and suspending non-essential operations, the Wisconsin Union’s Union South and Memorial Union, will be closed from Jan. 29 at 5 p.

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Wisconsin Union adds new events, activities to 2019 Winter Carnival lineup

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The Wisconsin Union’s Winter Carnival will return Jan. 31-Feb. 3 with many new events and activities, such as yoga on Lake Mendota.

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Wisconsin Union Directorate Publications Committee will hold Fall 2018 Launch Party

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The Wisconsin Union Directorate (WUD) Publications Committee (PubCom) will host a Fall 2018 Launch Party Dec. 12 from 7-9 p. m.

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Wisconsin Union will hold Veterans Day event Nov. 12

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In observance of Veterans Day, the Wisconsin Union team will hold an event on Nov. 12 at 9 a. m. in Memorial Union’s Main Lounge.

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WUD Society and Politics will hold live election night discussion

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On Nov. 6, at 8 p. m.

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Wisconsin Union will unveil reinstalled Paul Bunyan Room murals Oct. 5

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After being stored for six years during Memorial Union construction, the Wisconsin Union team will unveil reinstalled Paul Bunyan murals by artist James Watrous in Memorial Union’s Paul Bunyan Room…

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Wisconsin Union breaks ground on Tong Family Marina

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The Wisconsin Union team held a ceremonial groundbreaking for the future Tong Family Marina Sept.

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Wisconsin Union announces Sunburst Festival, SUNSET SLAM dates and lineups

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The Wisconsin Union’s annual student welcome events Sunburst Festival and SUNSET SLAM will take place 7-10 p. m. Sept.

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Tong Family makes million-dollar gift towards realization of Hoofer Marina Project

Peter and Janet Tong, through the Tong Family Foundation, have given a million-dollar gift towards the construction of the Hoofer Marina Project, a new pier system along the Memorial Union…

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Wisconsin Union statement on Union Council decision regarding Porter Butts Gallery, Fredric March Play Circle

Union Council, the governing body of the Wisconsin Union, in consultation with the family of Porter Butts, voted Aug.

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Hoofer Sailing Club will host screening of 'Coyote: The Mike Plant Story' Aug. 18

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The Hoofer Sailing Club will host a screening of “Coyote: The Mike Plant Story” at 7 p. m. Aug.

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Reebok CrossFit Games will host workouts at Memorial Union

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Reebok CrossFit Games will host free workouts, including boot camp-style workouts and yoga, at the Wisconsin Union’s Memorial Union in July and August.

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Union Council will hold open forums on Porter Butts Gallery, Fredric March Play Circle

Union Council, the governing body of the Wisconsin Union, will host open forums July 11 and 12 at Memorial Union regarding the names of two spaces in Memorial Union, called…

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Wisconsin Union to hold Independence Day Celebration

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The Wisconsin Union will host an Independence Day Celebration June 30 at the Memorial Union Terrace, which will include a lineup of free entertainment and fireworks over Lake Mendota.

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Full schedule of free art-making and crafting events at the Memorial Union Terrace announced

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The Wisconsin Union’s Wheelhouse Studios will hold six free art-making and crafting events, called Terrace Art Zone, on the Memorial Union Terrace Wednesdays 4 p. m. -7 p. m.

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Wisconsin Union Directorate announces full Terrace After Dark lineup

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The Wisconsin Union Directorate (WUD) Music and Film Committees have released the full lineup of Terrace After Dark, an iconic series of free live music and film showings at the…

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Wisconsin Union statement on next steps regarding Porter Butts Gallery and Fredric March Play Circle

The Wisconsin Union met with Chancellor Rebecca Blank on Wednesday and had a productive discussion about multiple actions regarding the spaces in Memorial Union known as the Fredric March Play…

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WUD Publications Lit Fest celebrates culture in storytelling

The Wisconsin Union Directorate (WUD) Publications Committee will celebrate culture in literature and storytelling during the WUD Publications Lit Fest from April 16 to April 26.

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Delivery service for Wisconsin Union food now available

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Media mention: Getting the campus food you love is now easier than ever thanks to a new delivery service through Tapingo. 

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Badger Market in Union South will soon accept SNAP benefits

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The Wisconsin Union’s Badger Market in Union South has received approval from the United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Food, Nutrition, and Consumer Services to accept Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program…

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Hoofers announces full Winter Carnival lineup

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The Hoofers Winter Carnival will return Feb. 3-11 with everything from ice golf on Lake Mendota to the Hoofer Rail Jam, a snowboard and ski competition.

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WUD Publications Committee announces 8th annual Yule Ball

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The Wisconsin Union Directorate (WUD) Publications Committee’s Ministry of Magic invites University of Wisconsin-Madison students, faculty, staff and Wisconsin Union members to party with Potter and overindulge in butterbeer at…

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Research-based art displays at Union South aim to clean the waste stream

Original art pieces have debuted above waste bins at Union South with the goal of improving visitors’ waste disposal practices.

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Art to be en route throughout Madison

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The Wisconsin Union Directorate (WUD) Art Committee’s “Art En Route” art project debut on Oct. 1 with eight pieces of art displayed on eight Madison Transit buses until Jan.

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Beloved Memorial Union east and central spaces to reopen this week

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The Wisconsin Union team will reopen the central core and east wing of floors two through four in Memorial Union on Sept.

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WUd DLS releases fall lineup of influential speakers coming to UW-Madison campus

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Charles Burnett Wisconsin Union Directorate (WUD) Distinguished Lecture Series (DLS) Committee announces its fall speaker lineup, which will kickoff with a lecture by filmmaker Charles Burnett.

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'Art En Route' project begins production

Work has begun on the Wisconsin Union Directorate (WUD) Art Committee’s “Art En Route” project after final artist selection.

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'Dizzyland: Leon Varjian and the antics of the Pail & Shovel Party'

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The Wisconsin Union Directorate (WUD) Art Committee together with campus partners and the friends and family of University of Wisconsin-Madison alumnus Leon Varjian invite the Madison community to celebrate an…

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WUD Art presents 'FIRST 100 DAYS' exhibition: an artistic reflection of President Donald Trump's first 100 days in office

The Wisconsin Union Directorate (WUD) Art Committee will host an opening reception for its “FIRST 100 DAYS” exhibition on April 29 at noon in Union South’s Gallery 1308.

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Student leaders to hold gender and politics video art exhibition

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The Wisconsin Union Directorate (WUD) Art and Film Committees will showcase a gender and politics video art history exhibition on April 13 in Union’s South’s Marquee Cinema.

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Sunburst chairs to return to Memorial Union Terrace April 13

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The Wisconsin Union invites UW-Madison students and the campus community to ring in the opening of the Memorial Union Terrace by bringing the iconic orange, yellow and green sunburst chairs…

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Wisconsin Union Director Mark Guthier wins Butts-Whiting Award

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The Association of College Unions International (ACUI) awarded Wisconsin Union Director Mark Guthier the prestigious Butts-Whiting Award on March 22.

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Terrace season will feature traditions, new programs

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Memorial Union Terrace, Madison’s favorite summer spot on Lake Mendota, will open this season with the community’s favorite traditions, new events, and new dining and recreation options.

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WUD Art invites artists' submissions for exhibition regarding president's first 100 days in office

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The Wisconsin Union Directorate (WUD) Art Committee invites Madison area artists to submit artwork for the Committee’s exhibition “FIRST 100 DAYS”.

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WUD Art calls for submissions for bus art project

The Wisconsin Union Directorate (WUD) Art Committee invites writers and visual artists in the Greater Dane County area to submit their applications for the Committee’s bus art project, called “Art…

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Wisconsin Hoofer Alpine Ski Team qualifies for national championship

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The Wisconsin Hoofer Alpine Ski Team recently qualified for the United States Collegiate Ski and Snowboard Association (USCSA) National Championships, which begins on March 7 at Mount Bachelor near Bend,…

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Photo series on youth in the justice system will debut at Memorial Union March 3

The Wisconsin Union Directorate (WUD) Art Committee will host an exhibition called “Corrections” by Zora Murff in Memorial Union’s Class of 1925 Gallery March 3-April 24.

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WUD Art Committee will host a celebration of Japanese Art

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The Wisconsin Union Directorate (WUD) Art Committee will host Japanese Art Jam, a festival of Japanese art appreciation events, including hands-on printmaking lessons and a lecture by Japanese art expert…

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Art Selected for 89th Annual Student Art Show

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The Wisconsin Union Directorate (WUD) Art Committee will showcase art by 42 University of Wisconsin-Madison students during the 89th Annual Student Art Show Feb.

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Three restaurants to open Jan. 17 in Memorial Union

Memorial Union’s iconic der Rathskeller and new restaurants Carte, a made-to-order salad and sandwich shop, and Strada, an Italian eatery, will begin serving customers Jan. 17.

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Wisconsin Union alumni invited to attend 'Union Reunion 2017'

The Wisconsin Union invites past and present Wisconsin Union Directorate (WUD) student leaders, Union staff and Hoofer alumni to a reunion Nov. 10-12, 2017.

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Iconic Taiwanese artist's life depicted in new WUD Art exhibition

The Wisconsin Union Directorate (WUD) Art Committee will celebrate the opening of its new exhibition titled “Across the Sea” by Taiwanese artist Chen Cheng-Po with a reception on Dec.

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Memorial Union First Floor to Reopen Dec. 5

Memorial Union’s first floor will reopen Dec. 5 at 3 p. m.

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Free, four-day gala featuring local artists to open Nov. 19

The Wisconsin Union Directorate (WUD) Art Committee invites the community to attend the WUD Art Gala opening Nov. 19 at the Class of 1925 Gallery in the Memorial Union.

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UW-Madison student-led publication receives national award

Illumination, a journal created and published by the Wisconsin Union Directorate Publications, was awarded a 2016 Online Pacemaker Award at the Associated Collegiate Press’s National College Media Convention.

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Wisconsin Union officers to kick off monthly open house events

Wisconsin Union Directorate (WUD) officers invite the campus community to attend monthly open house events beginning Nov. 11 from 11 a. m. to 3 p. m.

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WUD DLS welcome astronaut Eileen Collins to Memorial Union

The Wisconsin Union Directorate (WUD) Distinguished Lecture Series (DLS) committee welcomes astronaut Eileen Collins to speak at Shannon Hall in the Memorial Union on Nov. 14 from 7:30-9:00 p.

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WUD Art to Debut Unique Mixed Media Exhibition at Memorial Union

The Wisconsin Union Directorate (WUD) Art Committee will host an opening reception to celebrate the debut of a new exhibition by artist Rebecca Hamlin Green titled “Naturealism” from 6-8 p.

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Wisconsin Sailing Team Coach Invited to Participate in Internship Program

Wisconsin Sailing Team Head Coach and Sailing Program Manager Dave Elsmo has been invited to participate in the America’s Cup Endeavour Program in October.

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Science and Art Combine in New WUD Art Exhibition

The Wisconsin Union Directorate (WUD) Art committee will celebrate the opening of its new exhibition with a reception on Sept. 30 from 5-7 p. m.

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Wheelhouse Studios Launches Interactive Campus Climate Project

The Wisconsin Union’s Wheelhouse Studios invites members of the University of Wisconsin-Madison (UW-Madison) campus community to participate in its free, interactive campus climate art project called “Shine YOUR Light”.

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Wisconsin Union Seeks the Public's Help with Honoring UW-Madison's Fallen Service Members

The Wisconsin Union and the University of Wisconsin-Madison (UW-Madison) class of 1963 ask for the public’s help in collecting the names of fallen servicemen and servicewomen who attended UW-Madison.

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WUD Film Hosts Sneak Peek Showing of 'Don't Breathe'

The Wisconsin Union Directorate (WUD) Film Committee will host a free sneak preview showing of the horror movie “Don’t Breathe” Aug. 12 at 7 p. m.

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WUD Alumni Invited to Attend Reunion in 2017

The Wisconsin Union Directorate (WUD) invites past and present Directorate team members and Hoofer alumni to a reunion Nov 9-11, 2017.

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Wisconsin Union Introduces Wheelhouse on Wheels

Wheelhouse on Wheels, a drop-in art program, now takes place on the Memorial Union Terrace every Wednesday until July 27 from 4-7 p. m.

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All-Level Yoga Classes to be Held at the Memorial Union Terrace

The Wisconsin Union’s Outdoor UW will host all-level yoga on the Terrace and standup paddleboard (SUP) yoga classes on Lake Mendota this summer six days per week from June 4…

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Terrace Film Series to Feature Family Films and Movies through the Decades

The Wisconsin Union Directorate (WUD) Film Committee invites Wisconsin Union members and their guests to experience a Terrace After Dark season that features both a film series for people of…

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Wisconsin Sailing Team Competing at Nationals

After winning all three national qualifiers by huge margins in April, the Wisconsin Sailing Team is now competing in the 2016 College Sailing National Championship May 24-June 4 in San…

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Wisconsin Union Features New Vegetarian Dish at Ginger Root

A new, sustainable, vegetarian dish, created through a UW-Madison collaboration, will be available at the Wisconsin Union’s Ginger Root regularly in fall 2016 and occasionally throughout this summer.

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Memorial Union Terrace will Remain Open

The Memorial Union Terrace will remain open after what the Wisconsin Union anticipated would be a temporary closing after graduation weekend.

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Terrace Season to Return with Old Favorites, New Traditions

On August 31, 2015, the sun set on the Memorial Union Terrace that guests had known for decades.

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Wisconsin Union Invites Graduates to Weekend Festivities

Weekend to Include Live Music, Cap Decorating, Giant Sunburst Chair Photo Opportunities The Wisconsin Union will offer special events, promotions, photo opportunities and lifetime memberships to graduating seniors during graduation weekend…

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Graduates to Have Their Day on the Terrace

Wisconsin Union to Temporarily Open Part of Terrace for Graduation Weekend MADISON – Most of the Memorial Union Terrace will temporarily reopen May 12-15, 2016, to ensure graduating University of Wisconsin-Madison…

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Wisconsin Union to Celebrate Union South's Fifth Anniversary

Union South Fifth Anniversary to include food and drink specials and special events MADISON – The Wisconsin Union invites students, faculty, staff, Union members and other community members to celebrate Union…

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Wisconsin Equestrian Team Wins 13th Regional Championship Title

The Wisconsin Union Hoofer Riding Club’s Equestrian Team won the Zone 7, Region 4 championship title on March 12. The team will next compete in the Zone 7 championships.

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