We’re here to support your success
Student Affairs is around 850 people across multiple campus units dedicated to helping UW–Madison students succeed in and out of the classroom. We celebrate diversity and creating a welcoming and safe community where all students can grow. Our programs and services cover areas including health and well-being, identity and inclusion, leadership and community engagement, and student advocacy.

Create your Wisconsin Experience
Belonging
As Badgers, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where every student feels a sense of belonging, and where we appreciate and celebrate one another’s abilities, views, and accomplishments.
Becoming
We strive to find greater meaning every day through purposeful action. We work for the common good and lead for positive change.
Being
We develop resilience, and we foster courage in life and learning. There are so many things you can do at UW–Madison. Take time to simply be and to take care of yourself along the way.
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Bias Concern
Including slurs, degrading language, epithets, graffiti, symbols, assault, microagressions, and harassment.
Sexual misconduct
Actions related to sexual assault or exploitation, dating/domestic violence, or stalking.
Other Incidents
This could include a student that you are concerned about, hazing, stalking, or a missing student.
News and events
Latest News

From One Badger to Another: Finishing the Semester Strong
By: Mia McCauley, Student Affairs Intern Badgers, as a graduating senior, I’ve spent four years navigating these end-of-semester weeks, and I know their importance. With warmer weather and the academic year closing, it’s time to …
April 27, 2026
UW survey offers first comprehensive look at student basic needs
Student Affairs and the Division of Enrollment Management (DEM), with support from the Graduate School, today released findings and recommendations from UW–Madison’s first comprehensive Basic Needs Survey. The survey was conducted in spring 2025 to …
April 27, 2026
In Memoriam: Remembering our Badgers April 2025-2026
On May 1 at 11 a.m., Badgers will come together to honor cherished lives during a campus memorial ceremony at UW’s Carillon Tower. Hosted by the Office of Student Assistance and Support (OSAS) within Student …
April 27, 2026
Ginsberg Family Award Recognizes Seniors in Leadership, Service, and Scholarship
This past weekend, 25 outstanding students were celebrated as recipients of the 2026 Ginsberg Family Awards at a special reception in front of their family and friends. Each spring, Student Affairs honors graduating seniors whose …
April 23, 2026
Spring is Here: Be safe, Stay well, and have fun!
The days are getting warmer and the sun is shining longer each day. Spring is finally here, Badgers! As you head into the final stretches of the spring semester, keep in mind these few reminders …
April 20, 2026- More News
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