University of Wisconsin–Madison

Category: #LiveWithBucky Weekly

Maintenance Minute: Thanks, Custodians!

October 2 is National Custodian Appreciation Day, and we are so excited to celebrate our custodians! While you may not see them all the time, they are an integral part of our lives in the residence halls and dining markets. They are here to take care of every aspect of our spaces so you can feel comfortable where you live.

Maintenance Minute: Turning Down the Heat

Warmer Wisconsin months are coming soon! As many of us are looking forward to spending more time outside in the higher-than-winter temperatures, our Facilities staff will begin to turn off the heat in our residence halls.

Maintenance Minute: Managing Moisture

Throughout the year, especially within enclosed spaces and during periods of significant humidity changes, moisture levels can increase in residence hall rooms. When excess moisture is present, this can lead to surface mold. Proper continued cleaning and moisture control are the best ways to reduce any chance of mold spores growing.

Maintenance Minute: Taking Out the Trash

It stinks, but we all have to take out the trash. When your bin is getting full, save your nose and room from potential odors and take your trash bags to the nearest trash and recycling location. There are maps posted in your residence hall showing the most convenient dumpster location for you. To keep …

Swipe Out Hunger Drive

On Monday, November 24, donate up to one meal swipe for our Swipe Out Hunger drive! Help each other out. Each semester, Student Affairs with campus partners hosts a swipe drive. Donate a meal swipe at University Housing Dining locations or $1.00 at Wisconsin Union locations and the UW Bookstore to support fellow Badgers at UW. Funds …

Donate Your Unwanted Items

While you’re getting ready to leave for winter break, you can donate things that you no longer want or need. There will be red carts near your hall desk where you can place these items from December 11–18, and all donations benefit campus and Madison-area community organizations. Feel free to contact sustainability@housing.wisc.edu with any questions! …

Halloween Cultural Awareness

Culture is Not a Costume: Understanding and Respecting Cultures If you choose to take part in any Halloween activities, we ask you to be responsible and respectful so that we maintain a safe and welcoming community. Costumes that are racist, crude, or culturally insensitive can impact others. Before choosing a costume that represents a culture …

Halloween Bots

The robots are getting spooky! From Oct 20–31, choose a Halloween robot persona when ordering Starship delivery, and your robot will arrive speaking in-character. Choose from Count Snackula, Witchy Wheels, FrankenFeast, Hungry Haunter, or Pumpkinbot during checkout. Your chance to win:

Maintenance Minute: Safety & Security

You play a critical role in creating a safe community for everyone, and your actions impact everyone else in the community as well as your safety. What can you do to make sure your residence hall space is safe and secure for your community?

Finding Your Home Away from Home 2026-2027

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 …