Join us on the GridgeFridge for a spooky walking tour through UW–Madison’s haunted history, from Science Hall’s rumored “cadaver chute” to the ghosts buried beneath Bascom Hill. These chilling tales demonstrate how tragedy and rumor shape campus memory, prompting us to ask whose stories are preserved — and whose fade away over time.
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Reforming Science Education Accessibility
In this episode of GridgeFridge, we sit down with Ryan Stowe, an assistant professor of chemistry at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. We’ll explore concepts related to research, equitability in the classroom and how to utilize scientific phenomena beyond graduation.
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.
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.
Combating College Food Insecurity through Student Advocacy
In this episode of GridgeFridge, we sit down with Chloe Shomo to explore the often-overlooked issue of college food insecurity, highlighting the challenges students face—from demanding workloads to limited transportation and scarce grocery options.
Driving Sustainability & Addressing Food Insecurity on College Campuses with Travis Blomberg
In this episode of GridgeFridge, Travis Blomberg shares his journey leading sustainability efforts at UW-Madison, including the Food Waste Collection program.
Unveiling Academia’s Realities and the Value of Voting: A Dialogue with Dr. Barry Burden
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.
Dr. Monique Chism on Public Service Work and the Smithsonian’s Educational Impact
The first episode of GridgeFridge season 5 has arrived! Listen to hear from Dr. Monique Chism, the under secretary for education at the world’s largest museum, education, and research complex: the Smithsonian.
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.