Avi ’59, MA’62 conquered a writing disorder to become a renowned children’s author.
Winter 2021
Stories
UW creative writing professor Beth Nguyen tells bracingly honest stories about growing up Vietnamese American.
Impress your family and friends with these fascinating facts.
A lunchtime journey across campus with UW–Madison’s favorite automaton
The effects of the All Ways Forward comprehensive campaign are everywhere, though many are subtle.
Researchers at the UW’s School of Computer, Data & Information Sciences find innovative ways to improve our daily lives.
The chancellor leaves the university stronger than she found it.
A new medical device could have us up and around in no time.
A fellowship program will train specialists at UW Health.
The campus treasure is headed to the Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum.
Barry Alvarez receives a remarkable honor at Camp Randall Stadium.
A new model will overcome disparities and boost immunization rates.
A solar panel array will harvest power from the sun for the next 30 years.
A chance encounter led Chris Walker to study dance and, now, head UW’s Division of the Arts.
Sports psychiatrist Claudia Reardon ’01, MD’06 treats Badger stars.
Amid constant change, these classic businesses have lasted more than half a century.
The UW Healthy Minds Program app helps students meditate via podcast.
The Bakke Recreation & Wellbeing Center will be loaded with cool attractions.
Sanford Biggers prepares an artistic response to a problematic work in the Chazen collection.
Der Rathskeller has evolved from a boys’ club to a welcoming campus gathering spot.
Our winter issue sheds light on both humans and machines.
In the 1970s, UW–Madison hosted thrilling professional basketball games.
Isthmus returns to the racks after shutting down during the pandemic.
Inspired by the Wisconsin Idea, James Graaskamp PhD’65 preached an ethical approach to development.
Heartful thanks from scholarship recipients show how the All Ways Forward campaign has made all the difference.
Sarah Ives ’12 achieved instant stardom in the documentary Pandemic.
Michelle Ranavat ’03 adapts ancient Indian beauty rituals for her skin- and hair-care line.
At only 25, Kramer Endres ’17 wanted to ensure access for UW students with disabilities.
After making it to the university, Gayle Williams Langer ’83 spent her life serving it.
In Home Made, Liz Hauck MA’17, PhDx’23 explores the philosophical implications of dinner.
In Blindspotting, Rafael Casal x’10 explores a single mother’s struggles.