Tag: Campus Life

A secret garden in Bascom

by Jill Sakai An unassuming door off a stairway in Bascom Hall leads to a small courtyard, often overlooked even by the building’s occupants. Thanks to a student effort, there is a new reason for people to find this secret garden. (No, it’s not a Pokémon.) by Jill Sakai An unassuming door off a stairway …

Meet the Interns!

June 28, 2016 | by Madeline Fischer A new summer means a new team of Office of Sustainability interns. From sophomores to seniors, this group of talented undergraduates brings a diverse range of experiences and majors to their efforts to improve campus sustainability. June 28, 2016 | by Madeline Fischer A new summer means a …

Final words of advice for finals week

May 10, 2016 | by Sarah Olson As the stress of finals week sets in, it’s easy to forget basic rules for success: eat healthy meals, sleep regularly, take breaks. But these healthy habits will boost your performance when paired with smart study habits. May 10, 2016 | by Sarah Olson As the stress of …

Volunteer during residence hall move-out

April 26, 2016 | by University Housing staff As more than 7,400 students prepare to move out of the university residence halls, the UW–Madison Division of University Housing is asking for volunteers to help residents and their families say goodbye sustainably to items they no longer need. April 26, 2016 | by University Housing staff …

Business students win Bucky’s Award for sustainability

Wisconsin School of Business students won a sustainability award at the Bucky’s Award Ceremony Sunday evening. Wisconsin School of Business students won a sustainability award at the Bucky’s Award Ceremony Sunday evening.

7 tips to improve your personal well-being

March 22, 2016 | by Sarah Olson Spring has sprung, and busy like bees we fly around from meeting to meeting, email to email, morning to night. But without a moment to rest and restore ourselves, it’s difficult to keep buzzing. March 22, 2016 | by Sarah Olson Spring has sprung, and busy like bees we …

Biking safely on campus

Bicyclists are required by state law to follow the same rules of the road as a motor vehicle. Follow these tips from UWPD to stay safe while getting around campus.

6 resolutions for a more sustainable year

January 5, 2016 | by Sarah Olson Do you have a sustainability goal this year? Consider these resolutions as you set your sights on a healthier, happier, and less wasteful year. January 5, 2016 | by Sarah Olson Do you have a sustainability goal this year? Consider these resolutions as you set your sights on a healthier, …

Unplug to save money

  Unplug your TV when not in use Your television draws energy even when you aren’t using it because it must always ready to receive a signal. Turned off and plugged in, an average TV draws 5 watts per hour. Unplug your TV when you leave for the day to prevent wasted energy. Bonus: You’ll also save money.   …

Journey of UW–Madison recycling

Learn: Sometimes recycling is confusing, especially if an item is made up of multiple materials, like a coffee cup. Learn the journey of UW–Madison recycling. If you’re interested in learning more about recycling on campus, check out the Office of Sustainability online recycling guide.