The Power of Planned Giving
Gary Kramer ’67, MS’69, and his wife, Ellie, embody the spirit of lifelong generosity. From humble beginnings in Eastman, Wisconsin, Gary journeyed to UW–Madison largely because of the encouragement of his high school guidance counselor and the support of scholarships that made his college education possible. Though his academic path shifted — from chemistry to... Read more »
Expanding Borders of the Badger Experience
Imagine UW–Madison engineering students collaborating on a solar-powered race car, a mathematics faculty member pioneering an experimental lab to improve undergraduate research, or a human ecology program offering public speaking opportunities beyond the classroom to advance career skills. Discretionary funds make these feats possible, and at the UW, these donations are opening doors to life-changing... Read more »
Entrepreneurship at the UW
UW–Madison is launching the Wisconsin Entrepreneurship Hub, a bold new initiative to strengthen entrepreneurial pathways across campus.
Flight Simulator Helps Launch Badger Engineers
A new state-of-the-art flight simulator at the UW College of Engineering is enhancing the aerospace option within the engineering mechanics major.
From Shop Floor to Meat Lab: Two Funds, One Vision
Micah Robinson ’23, MSx’25 walked into the Biological Systems Engineering Shop with one goal: to make “cool stuff.”
Practical Problem Solving for Busy Badgers
Experiential learning at UW–Madison is transforming education by combining classroom theory with real-world preparation.
A Legacy for the Love of Large Animals
For more than two decades, Morrison “Morrie” Waud Jr. was a cherished friend and enduring champion of the UW School of Veterinary Medicine (SVM).
A Legacy of Gratitude and Great Generosity
Early in life, John Marra ’69, MS’72 excelled in mathematics and the physical sciences, which led him to attend UW–Madison, where he studied electrical engineering.
Donor Support Drives Breakthroughs in Blindness
One of the nation’s 10 most prominent research institutions, UW–Madison is unique for its collaborations, which help researchers become innovators and bring life-changing advancements to patients. Thanks to a significant boost from federal funding and the generosity of dedicated donors, researchers at the UW are on the cusp of revolutionizing treatments for two rare, currently incurable eye diseases: Best disease (BD) and Leber congenital amaurosis (LCA).
Renowned Research to End Alzheimer’s Disease
The aging demographic of the United States presents an urgent and growing challenge. As more than 56 million Americans surpassed age 65 in 2020 — with an expected increase to 85 million by 2050 — the burden of aging-associated diseases, particularly Alzheimer’s disease (AD), intensified. AD affects more than seven million Americans, ranking as the sixth leading cause of death and the only cause that is not decreasing.
Maintaining Federally Funded Research at the UW
UW–Madison is a renowned research powerhouse that drives significant, life-changing innovations throughout many areas. Researchers in Wisconsin are solving some of the world’s most prevalent issues and promoting economic growth across the state and throughout the country. Federal investments through agencies such as the National Institutes of Health provide 25 percent of the UW’s overall budget — funds that are essential for the future of this vital research. However, recent federal proposals are jeopardizing that work, and the university needs your help.
UW Fusion Research Is Harnessing the Power of the Sun
Successfully capturing fusion energy is the next frontier in pursuing a renewable energy source. But what is fusion exactly?
Human Ecology Donors Are Helping Hungry Kids
Food insecurity is an ongoing issue across the nation, impacting nearly 12 million children. Approximately 200,000 of those children are living in poverty in Wisconsin.
The Power of Summer Internship Programs
Donors who contribute to discretionary funds help prepare Badgers for future success.
Support UW–Madison in the 2025-2027 State Budget
Every two years, leaders at UW–Madison look to the state for an investment that will help the university remain successful and serve the people of Wisconsin.