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VISITOR GUIDE & MAP WELCOME TO CAMPUS UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN–MADISON CAMPUS AND VISITOR RELATIONS VISITOR GUIDE & MAP CAMPUS AND VISITOR RELATIONS OUR SHARED FUTURE “The past cannot be changed, so the important part is how we continue our relationship in the future.” Wilfrid Cleveland - Former President, Ho-Chunk Nation Our Shared Future is a campus-wide commitment to teaching and learning about UW–Madison’s historic relationship with Ho-Chunk people and today’s Ho-Chunk Nation. On June 18, 2019, leaders of UW–Madison and Ho-Chunk Nation dedicated a new heritage marker on Bascom Hill that reads: The University of Wisconsin–Madison occupies ancestral Ho-Chunk land, a place their nation has called Teejop since time immemorial. In an 1832 treaty, the Ho-Chunk were forced to cede this territory. Decades of ethnic cleansing followed when both the federal and state government repeatedly, but unsuccessfully, sought to forcibly remove the Ho-Chunk from Wisconsin. This history of colonization informs our shared future of collaboration and innovation. Today, UW–Madison respects the inherent sovereignty of the Ho-Chunk Nation, along with the eleven other First Nations of Wisconsin. -2018 “No plaque or monument can ever adequately convey a complicated and difficult history. But they can start a conversation that begins to move us from ignorance to awareness.” Rebecca Blank - Chancellor, UW–Madison LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES Our Shared Future Native American Effigy Dejope Residence Hall Heritage Marker Mounds Dejope Residence Hall is During the 2019–20 academic UW-Madison may be one of located on the shore of Lake year, the marker will travel to the most archeologically rich Mendota. The hall features prominent locations on campus universities in the United States. indigenous artwork, replica as it becomes incorporated Experience more than 12,000 mounds, and an outdoor fire into the educational life of the years of human history by circle that displays the official university. To see where it is visiting ancient earthworks at seals of eleven of the twelve located or learn about upcoming Observatory Hill, Willow Creek, First Nations of Wisconsin. The events connected to it, visit Picnic Point, Eagle Heights, University received approval oursharedfuture.wisc.edu. and the Arboretum that were from each nation to display constructed more than 1,000 their seals. VISITOR GUIDE & MAP CAMPUS AND VISITOR RELATIONS UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN–MADISONyears ago. GREETINGS FROM CHANCELLOR BLANK On behalf of the entire University of Wisconsin–Madison community, thank you for choosing to visit our bustling and beautiful campus. We hope you have a great time while you are here and will carry fond memories with you when you depart. Everyone should be able to find something here to enjoy. Your explorations might range from nanoscale engineering to the wonders of the universe. Our theaters and galleries showcase the finest in fine arts. You can cheer on our student athletes or take in a sunset along the lakeshore. High-tech labs, peaceful gardens, and historic landmarks add to UW– Madison’s unique character, which I'm confident you will find appealing. There are thousands of Badgers studying, teaching, and providing vital services to enable us to fulfill our mission of education, research, and service. While this guide will help you choose the memorable places you’ll visit, we hope the people here leave you with an equally lasting impression. On, Wisconsin! Rebecca Blank Chancellor VISITOR GUIDE & MAP CAMPUS AND VISITOR RELATIONS 3 START YOUR VISIT UW–MADISON WELCOME DESKS Welcome to our beautiful and historic campus! Campus and Visitor Relations is here to guide and inform your experience from one of our four guest service locations: Union South, Memorial Union, the Discovery Building, and seasonal hours at Alumni Park. Our knowledgeable student staff are happy to provide you any information or recommendations you need to craft a memorable visit. We're here to help! Please contact us at: Phone: 608-263-2400 Follow us: @uwmadisoninfo Email: [email protected] Live Chat: askbucky.wisc.edu Website: info.wisc.edu CAMPUS AND VISITOR RELATIONS CAMPUS AND VISITOR Campus and Community Information Welcome Desks Union South Memorial Union 1308 W. Dayton Street 800 Langdon Street 7:30 a.m.–10 p.m. daily Monday–Friday: 7:30 a.m.–10 p.m. Saturday–Sunday: 8 a.m.–10 p.m. Discovery Building Welcome Desk Wisconsin Institutes for Discovery 330 N. Orchard Street Monday–Friday: 7 a.m.–6 p.m.; Saturday: 9 a.m.–3 p.m. 4 UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN–MADISON VISITOR GUIDE & MAP CAMPUS AND VISITOR RELATIONS PROSPECTIVE UNDERGRADUATE STUDENT TOURS AND VISITS visitbucky.wisc.edu Prospective undergraduate tours and visits provide students and families with an opportunity to explore UW–Madison and its VISITOR PARKING resources with the guidance of a student tour guide and an admissions counselor. Half-day info.wisc.edu/plan-your-visit group visits include an information session and campus tour. Opportunities to visit a A limited supply of hourly parking is available class and meet with an academic advisor on and off campus. See the center map insert are also available. Please register at least for ramp locations. Visitors to the central two weeks in advance at visitbucky.wisc.edu and east areas of campus often use Lot 17 or call 608-262–3961. (Engineering Drive), Lot 20 (University Avenue) and the State Street Campus Ramp (N. Lake Street and N. Frances Street). Visit DAILY CAMPUS TOURS the website for a link to real-time on campus parking availability and more information info.wisc.edu/campus-tours about parking options. Drop-in tours tailored towards K-8 students and adults are offered daily at 1pm, Memorial Day BCYCLE IN MADISON through Labor Day. Check-in is at the Memorial Union Campus and Community Information madison.bcycle.com Desk. There are no tours on July 4 or on Badger Home Football Saturdays. Reservations Find out why Madison, WI is consistently are required for groups of 10 or more. ranked one of the most bike-friendly communities in the nation by trying a BCycle electric bike! Madison BCycle offers an easy CUSTOMIZED GROUP and fun way to get around campus and the downtown Madison area. Bikes are available VISITS for check-out in several locations on campus info.wisc.edu/campus-tours and in the community at 45+ stations. Check out the BCycle app to find a station, check Customized visits are available for a variety e-bike availability and to get started. Annual of groups sized 10–100, including campus pass discounts are available to UW–Madison and facility tours, workshops, and more. The students, faculty and staff. UW–Madison Campus Visit Program can recommend venues and tour options, build EXPLORE MADISON an itinerary, and provide directions and visitor information. Schedule your visit online or call visitmadison.com 608-265-9500. Madison is a vibrant capital city often named one of the nation’s finest communities. For additional information on attractions, dining, and lodging, contact Destination Madison at 800-373-6376 or visitmadison.com. VISITOR GUIDE & MAP CAMPUS AND VISITOR RELATIONS 5 POPULAR DESTINATIONS KOHL CENTER uwbadgers.com The Kohl Center is home to the UW men’s and women’s basketball teams and the men’s hockey team. Additionally, the Kohl Center serves as a venue for state tournaments, concerts, and university events. Visit the building's public spaces by entering Gate B from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. on weekdays or schedule a group tour (10 or more) online. CAMP RANDALL BASCOM HILL STADIUM UW–Madison's oldest buildings are located uwbadgers.com on Bascom Hill. Founded in 1848, UW– Madison’s history comprises only 1.4 percent Home to the UW football team, Camp of the area’s more than 12,000 years of human Randall Stadium comes alive when more than history. UW–Madison occupies ancestral Ho- 80,000 Badger fans gather for each football Chunk land. Teejop (pronounced day-JOPE), game. Visit the Bud Selig Hall of Champions meaning “Four Lakes,” is the name that the for great moments in Badger history or stroll Ho-Chunk call the Madison area. Learn more through the outdoor Wisconsin Athletics Hall by visiting oursharedfuture.wisc.edu and by of Fame Plaza. reading the eleven plaques on Bascom Hill. ALUMNI PARK AND ONE BABCOCK HALL ALUMNI PLACE babcockhalldairystore.wisc.edu alumnipark.com The Babcock Hall Dairy Store produces and Located between Memorial Union and the sells dairy products, including milk, award- Red Gym, Alumni Park brings green spaces winning cheese and world-famous ice cream. and gardens, more than 50 inspiring exhibits Visit the observation deck to view the dairy about alumni and UW, engaging programs, a plant, which is open to the public. visitor center, and more. 6 UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN–MADISON VISITOR GUIDE & MAP CAMPUS AND VISITOR RELATIONS MADISON AREA MADISON HENRY VILAS ZOO vilaszoo.org POPULAR Located just south of campus, Dane County’s Henry Vilas Zoo is an admission-free, community-sponsored zoo and serves as a leader in animal care, sustainability, and DESTINATIONS conservation education. The zoo is open daily from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. MONONA TERRACE COMMUNITY AND CONVENTION CENTER mononaterrace.com This Frank Lloyd Wright-designed facility is located in the heart of Madison's vibrant downtown on the shore of Lake Monona. This spectacular 250,000 square-foot, multi- level structure features public promenades, striking lake views, and a rooftop with a café and 68,000 square-foot sculpture garden. Enjoy a variety of free public events or take a low-cost guided tour. MEMORIAL UNION union.wisc.edu STATE STREET visitdowntownmadison.com No campus visit is complete without stopping by the Memorial Union.
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