University of Wisconsin–Madison

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Madison State University

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Public university in Madison, Wisconsin

University of Wisconsin–Madison
File:University of Wisconsin seal.svg
Caption	N/A
Motto	Numen Lumen
Established	1848
Type	Public
Principal	N/A
City	Madison
State	Wisconsin
Country	United States
Campus	Urban, 936 acres (3.79 km²)
Website	wisc.edu

The University of Wisconsin–Madison (UW–Madison, UW, or Wisconsin) is a public research university in Madison, Wisconsin. Founded when Wisconsin achieved statehood in 1848, UW–Madison is the official state university of Wisconsin and the flagship campus of the University of Wisconsin System. It was the first public university established in Wisconsin and remains the oldest and largest public university in the state. It became a land-grant university in 1866.

History

The university was founded in 1848, and its first class met in 1849. The campus's first building, North Hall, was constructed in 1851. The university grew rapidly in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, becoming a major center for research and higher education.

Campus

The UW–Madison campus is located on the shores of Lake Mendota and includes many historic buildings, such as Bascom Hall, the Memorial Union, and the Red Gym. The campus is known for its beautiful setting and extensive facilities, including libraries, research labs, and recreational centers.

Academics

UW–Madison offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs. It is organized into 20 schools and colleges, including the College of Letters and Science, the School of Education, the School of Business, and the School of Medicine and Public Health.

Research

UW–Madison is a major research institution, with research expenditures exceeding $1 billion annually. It is home to numerous research centers and institutes, including the Wisconsin Institute for Discovery, the Waisman Center, and the Morgridge Institute for Research.

Athletics

The university's athletic teams, known as the Wisconsin Badgers, compete in the Big Ten Conference. The Badgers have a strong tradition in sports such as football, basketball, and ice hockey. The university's athletic facilities include Camp Randall Stadium, the Kohl Center, and the LaBahn Arena.

Notable Alumni

UW–Madison has produced many notable alumni, including Nobel Prize winners, Pulitzer Prize winners, and leaders in various fields. Some of the university's distinguished alumni include John Bardeen, Herb Kohl, and Dick Cheney.

See also

• List of University of Wisconsin–Madison people
• University of Wisconsin System
• Big Ten Conference
• Public Ivy

References

• Official website