In February 2019 Provost Mangelsdorf and I commissioned a Mental Health Task Force to address concerns from students, faculty, and staff about the wellbeing of University of Wisconsin-Madison students. Enhancing our mental health and wellbeing …
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Helpful Resources to Get You Started
Several key campus departments are making themselves available over the 2019 Labor Day weekend to answer questions and provide resources. On Saturday, August 31st and Sunday, September 1st from 11am-3pm in the Union South main lobby you …
Olstad selected as dean of students
Christina Olstad has been named dean of students at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. Olstad currently serves as interim assistant vice president for student affairs, housing and residence life at Towson University in Towson, Maryland, outside …
Search For Dean of Students
Interviews for the position of UW–Madison dean of students and the window to provide feedback have concluded. Thank you for taking the time to engage in the interview process. About the Dean of Students Position …
Task force will recommend strategies to strengthen student mental health services
A newly created campus task force will review mental health resources and related supports at UW–Madison and provide recommendations for a comprehensive, multifaceted approach to the mental health needs of students. The effort comes as …
Baggott named University Health Services executive director
Jacob “Jake” Baggott, an accomplished and nationally respected leader in college health and well-being, has been selected to lead University Health Services. Baggott, one of three finalists for the job, brings to the position more than …
Proactive review to strengthen fraternity and sorority life
The University of Wisconsin–Madison will work with students, alumni, campus and community stakeholders and nationally recognized experts in an external review of fraternity and sorority life. The review aims to strengthen these student organizations, which have been …
Letter to the Editor: Sometimes climate change is a good thing
Dear students, On February 11, you’ll receive an email invitation to participate in the Association of American Universities (AAU) Sexual Assault and Sexual Misconduct Climate Survey to gauge UW-Madison’s environment of sexual violence. Sexual assault, stalking, and dating violence impact …
Search For UHS Director
The executive director of UHS works in partnership with administrative units, academic departments, student affairs programs, and student organizations to integrate its work with the university’s mission and campus life. The position will report to …
Welcome New And Returning Students
Welcome to UW-Madison. All of us in Student Affairs are glad you’re here. Student Affairs is comprised of Recreational Sports, Student Life, University Health Services (UHS), and the Wisconsin Union. Our top priority is to …