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civic engagement

Cultivating Connections: A Wisconsin Idea Fellowship Mentorship Venture

Posted on June 5, 2025 | By Molly Nichols

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. 

Posted in NewsTagged civic engagement, Community-based Learning, Wisconsin Idea Fellowship

Food Labor, School Meals, and Collective Care: A Dialogue with Dr. Jennifer Gaddis

Posted on April 30, 2025 | By Ruby Sandeman

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.

Posted in NewsTagged civic engagement, Community-based Learning, Community-Engaged Scholarship, podcast, Service

2025-26 Wisconsin Idea Fellowships Awarded to Ten Projects

Posted on April 23, 2025 | By Xai Xiong

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.

Posted in NewsTagged civic engagement, Community-Engaged Scholarship, International, Mcfps, Service, Student Life, Wisconsin Idea Fellowship

Exchanging Ideas: The Third Wisconsin Idea Conference

Posted on April 10, 2025 | By Xai Xiong

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.

Posted in NewsTagged civic engagement, Community-based Learning, Community-Engaged Scholarship, Research, Service, Student Life, volunteer

Danielle Wendricks ‘21 Journey of Community, Leadership and Purpose

Posted on April 2, 2025 | By Molly Nichols

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.

Posted in NewsTagged alumni highlight, civic engagement

Wisconsin Idea Conference Creates Opportunities for Community and University Collaboration

Posted on February 7, 2025 | By Molly Nichols

The upcoming Wisconsin Idea Conference aims to unite participants in collaborating on solutions, pooling resources and working towards a better future for communities across the state.

Posted in NewsTagged civic engagement, Community-Engaged Scholarship, Service

2025 New Year’s Resolution: Attend the Spring Public Service Fair

Posted on January 27, 2025 | By Ruby Sandeman

Attend the Spring Public Service Fair to discover new passions, establish meaningful relationships, and learn more about the amazing work taking place in Madison. It’s an event you don’t want to miss!

Posted in NewsTagged civic engagement, Service, Student Life

Unveiling Academia’s Realities and the Value of Voting: A Dialogue with Dr. Barry Burden

Posted on October 25, 2024 | By Ruby Sandeman

In this episode of GridgeFridge, we speak with Dr. Barry Burden, a professor of political science at UW-Madison who discusses the significance of DEI initiatives in higher education, his personal experiences in academia, and how students can combat feelings of hopelessness through voting.

Posted in NewsTagged civic engagement, podcast, Service, Student Life

Civically Educated: What It Takes To Vote

Posted on October 7, 2024 | By Chloe Kelm

Understanding the value and importance of utilizing your voice by means of a vote is a major first step to become more civically educated in hopes it can become habitual, even after graduation. It’s important to know what is needed and required to officially cast your ballot.

Posted in NewsTagged civic engagement, Service, Student Life

Music, Arts and Community: Voterpalooza

Posted on October 4, 2024 | By Xai Xiong

The biggest civic engagement event of the year was on full display at Voterpalooza on Tuesday, Oct. 1.

Posted in NewsTagged civic engagement, Service, Student Life
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