#LiveWithBucky Weekly
News for residents of the University Residence Halls at UW–Madison
April 22, 2025
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Best Room Contest: Finalists Announced!
We received some amazing submissions for the 2025 Best Room Contest, and the finalists have been chosen! Check out photos from these incredibly innovative rooms, and help us congratulate this year's finalists.
View the Finalists
 
 
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ROSE Awards: Recognizing Outstanding Student Staff
Every year, Housing celebrates the top-performing 1% of our student employees at the Recognition of Student Employee (ROSE) Award ceremony. This year, 21 students were recognized for their outstanding work performance and contributions to Housing. To the winners, thanks for everything you do! We couldn't do it without you.
See Photos of a Typical Workday for Some Award Winners
 
 
Awareness Around Mifflin Street Block Party
An annual community event, the Mifflin Street Block Party is set to take place on Saturday, April 26. Although this is not a University-sponsored event, we do see a large number of students who choose to attend. During this time, guest restrictions, check-in stations, and extra staff will be in place in the residence halls. We encourage you to make responsible choices this weekend for your safety and for the safety of your residence hall community.
 
 
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Attend the Undergraduate Symposium
📅 Friday, April 25 | 9:30 a.m. – 4:15 p.m.
📍 Union South
UW–Madison’s 27th annual Undergraduate Symposium is just around the corner! Learn about and celebrate the research, scholarly achievements, and creativity of nearly 800 undergraduate presenters. All students, faculty, staff, and community members are invited to attend. Feel free to stop by as your schedule allows — whether for 15 minutes, a session or two, or the whole event!
 
 
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APIDA Heritage Month Game Night
đź“… Thursday, April 24 | 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m
📍MSC Lounge, Red Gym
The APIDA Heritage Month planning committee would love to invite you to a fun filled night of games! Enjoy some tasty Estacion Inka while being in community! Play a variety of fun games with an Asian twist– including a surprise game at the end!
*Note: Estacion Inka is limited and will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
 
 
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Reminder: Don't Miss Earth Fest
📅 Monday, April 21 – Tuesday, April 29
📍Various Campus Locations
A multi-day celebration of sustainability with 50+ events (and counting!) hosted by 14+ student groups, 30+ departments, units, and divisions, and 7 schools and colleges.
View the Schedule
 
 
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Reminder: Clean Out Your Medicine Cabinet
📅 Tuesday, April 23 | 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. | 📍 Dejope
📅 Wednesday, April 24 | 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. | 📍 Gordon
As you prepare for move-out, don’t throw out unused, unwanted, or expired medications — drop them off at an upcoming medication take-back event. University Health Services (UHS) and the UW–Madison Police Department will host two events this spring where both prescription and over-the-counter medications will be accepted. Responsible disposal of medications protects the environment and helps keep friends, roommates, family, and pets safe.
 
 
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Check Your MMR Vaccination Status!
Measles cases continue to rise around the country. While highly infectious, the illness is preventable with the MMR vaccine. Take steps to protect your health and the health of others by checking your vaccination status and uploading your record to MyUHS.
 
 
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Just Dance!
📅 Friday, April 25 | 9:00 p.m. – Midnight
📍 Lake Mendota Room | Dejope
Come by and dance the night away! We’ll have Just Dance music and routines playing on the big screen so you can follow along with the moves, or feel free to get creative and make up your own! Grab your friends and let’s get the party started!
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Talent Show!
📅 Saturday, April 26 | 9:00 p.m. – Midnight
📍 Gordon Dining & Event Center
Show off your skills at our Talent Show! Whether you sing, dance, perform comedy, or have a unique skill, this is your chance to shine. Come cheer on your peers and enjoy a night of amazing performances!
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Home Recipe Contest Featured Recipes
đź“… Thursday, April 24 | 4:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
📍 All Markets
Home cookin’ is on the menu! It’s now time for you to try the delicious home dishes created by your neighbors from our Home Recipe Contest! We'll be featuring all three finalist recipes. If any of these recipes intrigue you, stop by any dining market to try them for yourself and vote for your favorite recipe!
 
 
 
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Elevate your wellbeing at UHS Thrive Workshops!
Test Anxiety & DIY Wellness Kits
đź“… Tuesday, April 29 | 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
📍 College Library, Room 1193D
At the Test Anxiety workshop, you will develop skills for studying effectively, managing anxiety, and learn strategies for approaching exams to boost your performance. You will also go home with your own DIY wellness kit to help manage stress/anxiety during exams.
 
 
Events & Activities This Week
 
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Residence Hall Events
4/22 | Origami Flower Bouquets
4/22 | CCE On the Record, Off the Court
4/23 | DIY Slime Station
4/23 | CCE Poetic Justice
4/24 | DIY Jewelry
4/24 | CCE Care Packages for Refugees
4/24 | Home Recipe Feature
4/25 | Just Dance!
4/26 | Talent Show
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Campus & Local Events
4/21 – 4/29 | Earth Fest
4/23 – 4/24 | Medication Take-back Events
4/24 | Make-Your-Own Bee Hotel
4/24 | APIDA Game Night
4/25 | Watercolor Terrace Chairs
4/26 | Lakeshore Nature Volunteering
4/26 | Wisconsin Singers Auditions
4/29 | Thrive Workshop
4/29 | Grounding in the Garden Yoga
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