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Connecting UW–Madison to State Government with Crystal Potts

As the senior director of State Relations for UW–Madison, Crystal Potts is the connecting piece between UW–Madison and the state government, balancing the interests and needs of Wisconsin legislators and policymakers with those of UW–Madison leadership, faculty and students.

Brave, Strong, and Fearless with A Moment of Magic

A Moment of Magic, also known as AMOM, is a nonprofit organization that uses engaging social wellness activities to inspire children to be brave, strong, and fearless.

A Handbook: Preparing Students to Engage in Equitable Community Partnerships

Morgridge Center staff members, Haley Madden and Cory Sprinkel, in collaboration with Emeritus staff member, Beth Tryon, recently co-authored the book, Preparing Students to Engage in Equitable Community Partnerships.

“Sí se puede:” Opening Doors of Opportunity as a First-Generation College Student

While in high school, Adrian Jauregui was torn about where to attend college. Now, he knows his decision to attend the University of Wisconsin–Madison was absolutely the right choice.

Op-Ed: Empowering Tomorrow’s Leaders: The Newman Civic Fellowship Annual Convening Conference in Boston

From climate change to racial justice, from education reform to healthcare access, from transgender rights to domestic violence resources on campus, the breadth of topics covered showcased the expansive nature of the issues young leaders are tackling today.

Turning up the Volume of Wisconsin Voices in the Wisconsin Idea Seminar

To kick off season four of the GridgeFridge, we chat with Catherine Reiland about the value of the connection and how the program is a chance to hear from different voices across Wisconsin.

Five Ways to Celebrate National Voter Registration Day

Tuesday, Sept. 19 is National Voter Registration Day. Ready to celebrate this holiday and get civically engaged? We got you! Today, we’re sharing five ways to celebrate National Voter Registration Day. 

Attend the Fall Public Service Fair

Forget the stress of a job fair—at the Public Service Fair, students can attend any portion of the event, dress however they’d like and do not need to bring a resume or cover letter.

Preparing to be a Badger Volunteer

Whether you’re new to Madison or familiar with the city, Badger Volunteers is a unique opportunity for all UW–Madison students to engage with their local community and cultivate real-world experience in their field of interest.

Summer Badger Volunteers: Back in Action

For the first time since 2019, UW-Madison students were able to participate in Badger Volunteers for the summer. See what some of them were up to.