Learn how to cite ephemeral items at the UW-Madison Archives, including posters, T-shirts, and other collectibles, with specific formatting guidelines and examples provided.
Charles Van Hise (1903–1918) was the first UW alumnus to lead the university, pioneering the “Wisconsin Idea” and expanding the institution during his long tenure.
Learn about Conrad Elvehjem, the University of Wisconsin–Madison president from 1958 to 1962, his academic career, biochemistry research, and leadership during campus expansion.
Explore the history of the UW-Madison women’s physical education department, from early health examinations and curriculum growth to its professionalization and eventual independence.
Explore the history of women’s athletics at UW-Madison, detailing the rise of the Women’s Athletic Association (WAA) and the transition to intramural sports in the early 20th century.
The Madison General Hospital School of Nursing Oral History Project (1947–1980) preserves the stories of alumni through interviews, documenting their education and careers.
Explore the UW-Madison Archives collection on the 1970 Sterling Hall bombing, featuring oral history interviews, podcasts, documentaries, and archival materials documenting the event.
Instructions for picking up held materials at Memorial Library: enter via the front entrance at 728 State Street and check in at the Welcome Desk. Includes nearby parking information.