The Universities of Wisconsin enrich local and regional communities with public art galleries, museums, libraries, lectures, concerts, dramatic productions, and culture. UW campuses infuse local communities with their distinctive energy and focus on the future. By integrating service and lifelong learning, applied research, and regional partnerships, the UWs address local challenges and support a strong and vibrant Wisconsin.
The UWs Serve Wisconsin Communities
UW–Madison Extension brings the Wisconsin Idea to every corner of the state, extending university knowledge and connecting campus to communities through six institutes: Agriculture, Community Development, Health & Well-Being, Human Development & Relationships, Natural Resources, and Positive Youth Development.
Wisconsin Institute for Public Policy and Service (WIPPS) brings communities together through nonpartisan dialogue, civic engagement, and student‑driven service, helping address local and statewide needs.
UWs’ sporting events bring communities together to support athletic achievements, enhance the local economy, and foster a shared team spirit.
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UW-Stevens Point student transitions behind the pen, writes questions for the World’s Largest Trivia Contest
A student at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is pursuing…
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Dual enrollment programs give high school students a head start on college degrees
Hayden Halstead, a first year University of Wisconsin-River Falls management…
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It’s that time of year: UW-Oshkosh students deliver free tax assistance to community
For seven weeks each spring semester, the Sage Hall Finance…
