Over the course of the past year, a team of three UW-Madison students worked to create a mentorship venture by pairing with other Asian American students at Madison West High School.
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Nourish or Neglect: Combating Food Insecurity at UW-Madison
Addressing food insecurity requires collaboration—between students, administrators, and the wider campus community—and we’re going to unpack it all in this special episode of GridgeFridge.
Threads of Change: Jordyn Czyzewski and the Rise of ReWear It Wisco
Jordyn Czyzewski found her passion for sustainability on campus at ReWear It Wisco, a student group promoting conscious clothing swaps and environmental justice. From helping students to clear their closets to making a campus-wide impact, ReWear It Wisco is helping students rethink fashion—and their role in sustainability with the help of the Morgridge Center and their Student Organizations Partnership Program (SOPP).
Food Labor, School Meals, and Collective Care: A Dialogue with Dr. Jennifer Gaddis
In this episode of GridgeFridge, Dr. Jennifer Gaddis shares her journey discovering the world of food labor, her commitment to equitable access to nutritious meals, and the deeper systems behind how school food programs operate.
2025-26 Wisconsin Idea Fellowships Awarded to Ten Projects
The 2025-26 Wisconsin Idea Fellowships have been awarded to 10 outstanding undergraduate projects at home and across the globe. The number of projects and students doubled from last year, making this year’s application process the most competitive since its inception.
Exchanging Ideas: The Third Wisconsin Idea Conference
This one-day event brought together over 200 community members, faculty and staff and students from across the city and state. With a focus on the concept of exchange, attendees had an opportunity to learn together and build community.
Dave Lassen Hired as Assistant Director of Community-Engaged Scholarship
The Morgridge Center for Public Service is excited to announce Dr. Dave Lassen as the assistant director of Community-Engaged Scholarship.
Finding Community Through Public Gardens, Historic Spaces, and Local Food: A Conversation with Ryan Dostal
In this episode of GridgeFridge, Ryan Dostal takes us inside Madison’s Allen Centennial Garden, sharing his work and revealing how nature fosters community and improves well-being.
Danielle Wendricks ‘21 Journey of Community, Leadership and Purpose
Danielle Wendricks ’21, a former Badger Volunteer, peer advisor, and CBL intern, continues her work in community engagement by helping students discover their own future personal and professional aspirations.
Badgerland Girl Scouts Director Highlights Collaborative Work with Morgridge Center
Girl Scouts of Wisconsin–Badgerland is far more than just Thin Mints and Caramel DeLites—it’s a dynamic network of programs, dedicated staff, and volunteers committed to shaping future leaders. Through the Badger Volunteer program, students devote two to three hours per week to serving the organization.