Safely Store Medications – for Free

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I wanted to share information on an exciting collaboration between University Health Services (UHS) and the UW–Madison Police Department (UWPD). Each year, UHS and UWPD join forces for the nationwide Prescription Medication Take-Back program, where we safely collect and dispose of hundreds of pounds of unneeded and/or expired prescription medications. During these events, UHS distributes free medication lockboxes. When we learned about their program, we jumped …

Prescription Medication Disposal Events on Campus

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It’s time to clean out the medicine cabinet. Each spring and fall, the federal Drug Enforcement Agency sponsors national prescription medication Take Back events. The School of Pharmacy has organized a Take Back event at Rennebohm Hall from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 20. They’ll provide a free donut to any who drop off …

Maintenance Minute: Understanding Egress Maps

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Egress maps are a valuable tool for your safety. Have you taken a moment to look at the map in your room or around your residence hall? These maps not only show a layout of the building and where you are, but also locations of important things to know in an emergency.

2026 Open Enrollment (OE) Period

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October 5 – October 30, 2026 Benefits Open Enrollment is now open. From Monday, October 5, through Friday, October 30, 2026, you can review your current benefits and make any changes you would like for 2027. All elections must be submitted by 4:30p.m. on Friday, October 30. Changes made during Benefits Open Enrollment take effect January 1, …

Cultivate Community

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For over 50 years, Partners in Giving, the voluntary workplace fundraising campaign for State, Universities of Wisconsin, and UW Health employees, has been making a difference. Since 1973, the Partners in Giving campaign has raised over $90 million dollars.  We invite you to join us beginning October 12th! 100% of all donations will go to …

Finding Your Home Away from Home for Next Year

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For many UW–Madison students, the search for housing can feel daunting, especially if they are new to Madison or unsure about roommates and budget. That’s why UW offers Off-Campus Housing Services within University Housing to help students navigate the off-campus housing market. The program provides resources and offers follow-up support to help students make informed …

The Heat is on in University Apartments!

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You may have noticed the mechanics in your living areas working in the basement of the buildings. The heat has officially been turned on in all University Apartments  buildings.  Because we are still experiencing warm days but have started having some cool nights, we are slowly increasing the temperatures on the boilers to try to …

Maintenance Minute: Electrical Safety in Your Room

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As used to electricity as we are, it's easy to overlook the hazards it can bring. Improper use of outlets, power strips, phone chargers, or any item that uses voltage can pose a serious fire hazard in your residence hall room or anywhere. Read a few tips to keep you safe electrically.

Convocation Lunch & Badger Welcome Dinner Highlights

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Bucky’s at it again! Before UW–Madison New Student Convocation, we hosted a welcome lunch outside Gordon and Badger Welcome Dinners at Four Lakes & Gordon Markets. Take a look back at your first celebrations as part of the Badger community as thousands of new Badgers from all 50 states, four districts/territories, and 78 countries/regions around …

Maintenance Minute: Biking on Campus

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Fun fact: there is more bicycle parking on campus than car parking. That's why so many students and staff choose biking to get around. It's such an integral part of campus culture that there are many bicycle resources on campus to keep your bike's gears turning. Learn how to keep your bike in good condition throughout the year.