UW–Madison’s impact on the state of Wisconsin

UW–Madison’s life-changing research, innovation, and education work in harmony to serve families and communities in Wisconsin and beyond. We band together to make our state — and the world — a better place.

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Three undergraduate students stand just inside the door of a dairy barn on the campus of UW–Madison

Access to UW–Madison Students serve as rural peer advisers These UW–Madison undergraduates tap into their small-town roots to advise other rural students

Students and employees at Fetch headquarters in spring 2024

Workforce Development Experiential learning unlocks potential of students, employers alike Students develop key skills while businesses benefit from uniquely prepared UW talent

Katie Swope student teaches at Shorewood Hills Elementary School

Serving Wisconsin Teacher Pledge supports hundreds of Wisconsin educators UW–Madison's School of Education empowers tomorrow's educators to make a difference

Eden Foster and her triplet siblings are among the first cohort of Bucky’s Tuition Promise recipients to begin graduating.

Access to UW–Madison Keeping dreams within reach UW–Madison is laser-focused on affordability

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$30.8BUW, affiliated organizations, and related startups' economic impact

$26Returned to the Wisconsin economy for every $1 of state funds invested in UW–Madison

400+UW-related startup companies in Wisconsin

#8In the nation in research expenditures

65%of students graduate debt-free

72%of students have accepted job offers, committed to volunteer/service positions, or enrolled in military service by the time they graduate

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UW in Your County

Guided by a common purpose, UW students, alumni, faculty and staff give back to every county in Wisconsin through research projects, professional careers and public service.

Manitowoc County

150 Current Undergraduate Students

135 Medical Professionals with Degrees from UW

1,246 Alumni

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Badgers in Action

VOYAGER SCHOLARSHIP Zoe Kukla

2024 national scholarship recipient and UW–Madison student is working to develop, research, and expand literacy and equip children with the skills to succeed.

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ORANGE HAT PUBLISHING Michael Braun

Three-time UW–Madison alumnus new owner & editor-in-chief of renowned Waukesha-based independent book publisher.

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ALICE IN DAIRYLAND Halei Heinzel

Wisconsin's 77th agriculture ambassador and 2024 UW–Madison graduate aims to educate audiences about the importance of Wisconsin’s diverse agriculture industry.

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CENTER FOR BLACK EXCELLENCE Alex Gee

Innovative community servant and transformational educator is a leader in addressing the root causes of racial disparities.

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