The Hoofers sailboats are back on the lake. The sunburst chairs have returned, splashing the Terrace with John Deere green, Allis-Chalmers orange, and sunshine yellow. (Did you already know that the colors are an intentional… Read More
Chancellor Mnookin
May 2025: Notes from the Chancellor
Dear UW–Madison Alumni and Friends, When I last wrote to all of you, I shared some of the challenges the university is facing, and I want to thank so many of you who have asked… Read More
“No Agreement Necessary”
University of Wisconsin – Madison May 10, 2025 Good afternoon, everyone! I am so happy to welcome you to the 172nd spring commencement of the University of Wisconsin–Madison. For family and friends who have never… Read More
“A Generosity of Presence”
University of Wisconsin–Madison May 9, 2025 Thank you, Provost Isbell and good evening, everyone. Welcome to the 172nd spring commencement of the University of Wisconsin–Madison! Congratulations, graduates! And let me add my personal welcome and… Read More
April 2025: Three Questions with the Chancellor
March 2025: Notes from the Chancellor
Dear UW–Madison Alumni and Friends, It has been an eventful couple of months since I last wrote to you. As you have likely read in the media and elsewhere, several of President Donald Trump’s executive… Read More
Board of Regents address: Growing UW–Madison’s Future
On Feb. 6, 2025, University of Wisconsin–Madison Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin addressed the Universities of Wisconsin Board of Regents. In a talk titled, “Growing UW–Madison’s Future,” Mnookin shared highlights from 2024, acknowledged the uncertainties facing higher… Read More
January 2025: Three Questions with the Chancellor
December 2024: Notes from the Chancellor
Dear UW–Madison Alumni and Friends, As we turn the calendar to 2025, I hope you are finding a few moments to renew and refresh. Campus is pretty quiet right now, with most of our students… Read More