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University of Wisconsin–Madison
University of Wisconsin seal.svg
Motto Numen Lumen (Latin)
Motto in English
 "God, our light" or
"The divine within the universe, however manifested, is my light."
Type Public university flagship
Land-grant university
Sea-grant university
Established 1848
Affiliation UW System
Academic affiliation
  • AAU
  • URA
  • APLU
  • BTAA
  • WUN
Endowment $2.746 billion (2017)
Chancellor Rebecca Blank
Academic staff
 2,220
Students 44,413 (fall 2018)
Undergraduates 30,361 (fall 2018)
Postgraduates 14,052 (fall 2018)
Location
Madison
,
Wisconsin
,
U.S.

43°04′30″N 89°25′02″W / 43.075000°N 89.417222°W / 43.075000; -89.417222
Campus Urban
936 acres (379 ha)
Colors Cardinal and white
         
Nickname Badgers
Mascot Bucky Badger

The University of Wisconsin–Madison is a large university in Madison, Wisconsin. It is the main campus of the University of Wisconsin System. This university was started in 1848.

UW–Madison offers many different classes and programs. Students can choose from over 230 main subjects for their first degree. There are also more than 250 programs for advanced degrees. The university has over 2,000 teachers, and most classes have about 31 students.

The school's sports teams are called the Badgers. They play in the Big Ten Conference. The Badgers have won 27 national championships in various sports. The women's hockey team plays in the Western Collegiate Hockey Association.



What is UW–Madison?

The University of Wisconsin–Madison is a very important public university. It is known for its strong teaching and research. It is also a "land-grant" and "sea-grant" university. This means it gets special support to help people in the state through education and research.

The university campus is in the city of Madison. It covers about 936 acres. The campus colors are red and white. The school's mascot is Bucky Badger.

Life on Campus

The campus is a lively place with many buildings and green spaces. It sits next to Lake Mendota. Students can enjoy beautiful views and outdoor activities.

  • Bascom Hill: This is a famous hill at the heart of the campus. Bascom Hall sits at the top.
  • Memorial Union: This building is a popular spot for students. It has places to eat, study, and relax by the lake.
  • Libraries: The university has many libraries, including the Memorial Library. These are great places for students to study and find information.
  • Residence Halls: Students can live in dorms like Dejope Residence Hall. These are places where students live and make friends.

Sports and the Badgers

The Badgers are the university's sports teams. They are part of the NCAA Division I. This is the highest level of college sports.

  • Big Ten Conference: Most Badger teams play in this well-known conference.
  • Camp Randall Stadium: This is where the football team plays. It's a huge stadium where fans cheer on the Badgers.
  • Kohl Center: This arena is home to the men's and women's basketball and hockey teams.
  • Team Spirit: Fans love to see the Badgers win. After big wins, like against rival teams, players might carry special trophies.

Famous People from UW–Madison

Many notable people have studied or worked at UW–Madison. Here are a few examples:

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