On February 8, 2024, University of Wisconsin–Madison Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin addressed the Universities of Wisconsin Board of Regents. In a talk titled, “Innovation for the public good: A bedrock value and launchpad to the future,… Read More
Chancellor Mnookin
Fall 2023 Convocation
Thank you, Provost Isbell, and hello, new Badgers! Please help me give a shout-out to all of our great speakers and the UW Marching Band — thank you! Today is a celebration of new beginnings,… Read More
“What It Means To Be a Badger”
University of Wisconsin–Madison May 13, 2023 Good afternoon everyone! It is my great honor to welcome you to Camp Randall Stadium and the 170th commencement of the University of Wisconsin–Madison. It’s not a beautiful and… Read More
“Lean In”
University of Wisconsin–Madison May 12, 2023 Good evening and thank you, Provost Wilcots. I am so happy to welcome you all to the University of Wisconsin–Madison spring commencement. Congratulations, graduates! Thank you to Justin Kroll… Read More
Investiture: The Multiplier Effect
In an investiture ceremony held on April 14, 2003, Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin was formally installed as the 30th leader of the University of Wisconsin–Madison. In a speech titled, “The Multiplier Effect,” she addressed the UW–Madison campus community, members of the international academic community, and representatives from the nation and elected officials. Mnookin spoke to the strength and promise of the Wisconsin Idea and the core institutional priorities of both free speech and belonging.
At Board of Regents, Chancellor Mnookin offers her vision for UW–Madison
On February 9, 2023, University of Wisconsin–Madison Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin gave her first official presentation to the University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents. In a talk titled, “UW–Madison: Enhancing Excellence, Overcoming Obstacles, Pursuing Partnerships,”… Read More
“Three essential things this moment requires of us”
University of Wisconsin-Madison December 18, 2022 Welcome graduates, families, and friends, and congratulations Class of 2022! This class is extra-special to me – I get to celebrate my very first UW-Madison commencement with you! I… Read More
UW-Madison Fall 2022 Convocation
***As prepared for delivery*** Remarks of Chancellor Jennifer L. Mnookin UW-Madison Fall Convocation Kohl Center Tue Sept 6, 2022 1:30 p.m. Thank you, Provost Scholz. Hello, new Badgers! Let’s also give our fabulous… Read More