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Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin @uwchancellor.bsky.social · 17h

WOO HOO!! Proud to share that TWO @uwmadison.bsky.social faculty were just announced as 2025 MacArthur Foundation “genius grant” recipients. HUGE congrats to Ángel F. Adames Corraliza & Sébastien Phillipe, doing amazing work on tropical storms & nuclear security, respectively.👏

Two UW–Madison professors named MacArthur Fellows

Atmospheric scientist Ángel F. Adames Corraliza and nuclear security specialist Sébastien Philippe, professors at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, have been awarded 2025 MacArthur Fellowships.

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UW–Madison @uwmadison.bsky.social · 1d

The transition from college to career is rarely straightforward. From journalists to business strategists, recent Badger grads share stories with @onwismag.bsky.social and weigh in with some early career advice: onwisconsin.uwalumni.com/first-job-to...

First Job to Dream Job | On Wisconsin

Recent UW grads take unexpected paths to fulfilling careers.

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Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin @uwchancellor.bsky.social · 2d

Well, Badgers, you’re each one in a (half) million — and counting! Yes, our living alums just hit the 500,000 mark! So many talented Badgers out in the world doing extraordinary things, in all 50 states and 200+ countries! 👐🦡

Half a million Badgers and counting

UW–Madison has reached the milestone of 500,000 living alumni. See how they’re spreading the Wisconsin Idea around the state, country and world.

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UW–Madison @uwmadison.bsky.social · 5d

Hundreds of Wisconsin teens are helping #UWMadison researchers study the effects of social media. The findings could be transformative if a federal grant termination doesn’t upend the work.

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Scrolling for answers

Hundreds of Wisconsin teens are helping UW researchers study the effects of social media. The findings could be transformative.

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Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin @uwchancellor.bsky.social · 6d

From move-in motivation to graduation dances — you’ve brought 85 years of joy (and a little mischief). Happy Birthday Bucky Badger!🦡🎂

Chancellor Mnookin dancing with Bucky Badger on stage at Commencement.

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UW–Madison @uwmadison.bsky.social · 7d

From scorpion embryos to ancient quartz veins from the Baraboo Hills, @uwmadscience.bsky.social's 2025 Cool Science Image Contest winners reveal how nature evolves in tiny steps over millions of years.

Explore the stunning visuals that make science beautiful: news.wisc.edu/2025-winners...

2025 winners of the Cool Science Image Contest

This year's winners used a variety of tools—from phone cameras to CT scanners— to capture fascinating, surprising and simply beautiful aspects of the natural world.

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Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin @uwchancellor.bsky.social · 8d

A "dairy" good day connecting with Wisconsin businesses and leaders (& many Badger alums!) in Sheboygan County yesterday. 🧀🐄 I visited Sargento Cheese and got out on a farm with the Dairy Doctors. Thanks to Rep. Lindee Brill, Rep. Joe Sheehan, and everyone for the warm welcome!

The whole group poses for a photo in the barn at Hanke Farm.

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Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin @uwchancellor.bsky.social · 12d

Ribbon cut! ✂️🎉 A great day for @uwmadison.bsky.social & WI. Incredible to celebrate Morgridge Hall, the stunning (& sustainable!) new hub for our School of Computer, Data & Information Science & all of campus, alongside so many people who brought it to life — especially John & Tashia Morgridge ‘55 👏

A sign to climb: Celebrating the opening of UW’s Morgridge Hall

Hundreds gathered in Morgridge Hall to mark the building's ribbon cutting and official opening to the campus community.

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On Wisconsin Magazine @onwismag.bsky.social · 12d

Today is the ribbon-cutting ceremony for @uwmadison.bsky.social's Morgridge Hall, the innovative new building for the School of Computer, Data & Information Sciences. Can't make the 4 pm ceremony? Take this whirlwind video tour.

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Pardon Our Dust

This is "Pardon Our Dust" by UW Madison on Vimeo, the home for high quality videos and the people who love them.

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UW–Madison @uwmadison.bsky.social · 13d

From every county of Wisconsin and every state in the country, we give a warm #WIWelcome to the members of UW–Madison’s Class of 2029 — all of whom were selected from a record number of applicants.

Get to know our newest Badgers on campus: news.wisc.edu/access-and-a...

Access and affordability drive record interest as UW–Madison welcomes new students from all 72 Wisconsin counties

UW-Madison's incoming class represents every one of Wisconsin’s 72 counties, plus all 50 U.S. states.

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Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin @uwchancellor.bsky.social · 13d

🎞️ From Wisconsin to the world: Wisconsin Center for Film and Theater Research at @uwmadison.bsky.social is a global hub for Hollywood history and storytelling. I visited with my family this summer — what an incredible resource!

A global hub for Hollywood history

UW–Madison’s Wisconsin Center for Film and Theater Research preserves priceless materials from the entertainment industry.

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UW–Madison @uwmadison.bsky.social · 14d

UW chancellors past and present — Shalala and Mnookin — recently sat down for a compelling conversation on the evolution of higher education, the importance of civil discourse and the future of public universities.

Chancellor Mnookin and former Chancellor Shalala discuss higher education then, now and next

Mnookin and Shalala shared insights from their experiences serving as UW–Madison chancellors, past and present, and discuss the university's critical role in preparing the workforce and citizens of th...

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Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin @uwchancellor.bsky.social · 15d

Huge thanks to Bjorn Borgen ('62) for his $25M gift to our College of Engineering — building on state support and the generosity of many — to create the Bjorn Borgen Learning Commons, an interactive hub for research and teaching.

$25 million gift sparks innovation in UW-Madison’s new engineering building, and beyond - College of Engineering - University of Wisconsin-Madison

The Bjorn Borgen Learning Commons will be an active learning wing of the College of Engineering's forthcoming new building.

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Wisconsin Energy Institute @uwenergy.bsky.social · 15d

Dive into stories of energy evolution! WEI’s oral history collection captures this shift through a telling of the unique lived experiences of those around us. Learn more: energy.wisc.edu/education/or...

Participants of WEI's Grandparents University

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Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin @uwchancellor.bsky.social · 15d

Pleased to share @uwmadison.bsky.social moved up to 36 out of 438 universities by @usnews.com and 12th among public institutions. Although rankings need to be taken with a big grain of salt, it’s gratifying to see our excellence recognized nationally.

UW rises to 36th overall, 12th among publics in U.S. News rankings

UW–Madison’s undergraduate nursing program ranked eighth overall and fifth among publics, and the university’s undergraduate programs also received top 20 rankings in engineering, computer sciences, b...

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Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin @uwchancellor.bsky.social · 16d

Honored to be part of Emily Auerbach’s final WPR University of the Air episode (after 30 years of inspiring learning across WI!) Thanks for the conversation and the opportunity to reflect on my time so far at @uwmadison.bsky.social.

UW-Madison Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin

In her final University of the Air broadcast, Emily Auerbach engages in a lively conversation with UW-Madison Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin about her journey to becoming 30th chancellor, the highs and [...

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Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin @uwchancellor.bsky.social · 16d

It was a pleasure to have Donna Shalala back on campus today for an insightful chat on higher ed’s shifting landscape. Thanks for the excellent conversation, nuggets of wisdom and great (and funny) stories about your leadership of four schools, including @uwmadison.bsky.social.

Donna Shalala and Chancellor Mnookin smiling while sitting on stage with a University of Wisconsin banner behind them. An audience is seated in front of them.

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Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin @uwchancellor.bsky.social · 19d

Honored to join the @reaganinstitute.bsky.social Summit on Education to discuss the future of higher ed. Universities must be places where ideas collide, students engage across differences & learning sparks growth. Thanks to the panelists, moderator and @uwmadison.bsky.social staff.

Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin talks while participating in the panel discussion: Higher Ed at a Crossroads: The Civic Mission and Trust at the Reagan Institute Summit on Education. Her fellow panelists and the moderator are sitting next to her. A few of the audience members are seen in the front.

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UW–Madison @uwmadison.bsky.social · 20d

Pardon our dust 🏗️🧱🛠️

New construction is a key part of helping UW–Madison meet its mission. @onwismag.bsky.social explains how our latest building projects will reshape the student experience and power innovation for decades to come: onwisconsin.uwalumni.com/pardon-our-d...

Pardon Our Dust | On Wisconsin

Multiple campus construction projects are positioning UW–Madison for the future.

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Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin @uwchancellor.bsky.social · 21d

I'm delighted to share the impact of Bucky’s Tuition Promise: more Wisconsin students can bring their talents here AND are staying, earning degrees, and thriving at @uwmadison.bsky.social — showing that when access expands, student success follows.

Bucky’s Tuition Promise boosts retention rate for lower-income students, long-term study finds

UW–Madison’s flagship financial aid program increases second-year retention by several percentage points.

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Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin @uwchancellor.bsky.social · 23d

Here’s to GOLD! Proud that @uwmadison.bsky.social has earned its first-ever STARS Gold rating in sustainability. A testament to the hard work and dedication of our campus to best serve the residents of our state & generations of future Badgers. news.wisc.edu/when-it-come...

When it comes to sustainability, UW–Madison earns STARS Gold

STARS is the most widely recognized framework in the world for publicly reporting comprehensive information related to a college or university’s sustainability performance.

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Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin @uwchancellor.bsky.social · Sep 9

50 years later, and the #UWGrad Class of 1975's legacy continues. Welcome to the Half-Century Club — it was an honor to celebrate with you on Friday!

Graduates of the UW–Madison Class of 1975 and guests sit at tables in a large room while Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin speaks from the stage.

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UW–Madison @uwmadison.bsky.social · Sep 8

The isthmus is ALIVE with Badger spirit!

Want more sights and sounds of students settling in for a new academic year? Dive into our 2025 #WIWelcome recap: news.wisc.edu/new-year-sam...

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captimes.com @captimes.com · Sep 5

Students explored the $267M Morgridge Hall on the first day of classes Wednesday. It is home to the School of Computer, Data & Information Sciences.

Check out Morgridge Hall, UW-Madison’s newest building on campus

Students explored the $267M Morgridge Hall on the first day of classes Wednesday. It is home to the School of Computer, Data & Information Sciences.

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Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin @uwchancellor.bsky.social · Sep 3

Welcome, Badgers! It’s an exciting time for innovation on campus: our dazzling Morgridge Hall is open, we earned a STARS gold ranking for sustainability & so much life-saving research takes place here every day. See my full message: news.wisc.edu/welcome-to-a...

On, Wisconsin 👐

Aerial view of the UW–Madison campus on a summer day.

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