🏠🦡 | Spring Move Out & Sustainability; Dining Dollars; Day of Connection

News for residents of the University Residence Halls at UW–Madison

April 28, 2026

Move Out Sustainably this Spring!

Friday, May 1 – Tuesday, May 5 | 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Wednesday, May 6 – Saturday, May 9 | 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Each year, over 8,000 students move out of the University Residence Halls along with the many items that helped them feel at home. Through collaboration with over 21 campus and community partners, Housing helps residents say goodbye sustainably to items they no longer need. Sites will be open for donation with volunteers available to help you sort your items during move-out week. Last year, volunteers worked to divert over 174,994 pounds of material from landfill. Check to see what you can donate or consider volunteering this year!

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Housing Question of the Week

Welcome back to Housing Question of the Week, where we pose a Housing related trivia question, and you scroll through the newsletter to find the answer at the end! Let's try something a little more difficult:

Which Residence Hall is the smallest on campus?

A. Phillips

B. Barnard

C. Lowell

D. Merit

Four people hold up University Book Store and IKEA gift cards in a posed photo

Congratulations, Best Room Contest Winners!

As the year winds down, we'd like to give another shoutout to our Best Room Contest winners, Abbey, Madeline, Kiera, & Jillian in Sellery Residence Hall! Their perfectly cozy, pink, UW-inspired room earned them $550 worth of IKEA and University Book Store gift cards! Once again, congratulations to our four winners!

Check Out the Room!

Moving Out

Move Out By: Saturday, May 9 | 4 p.m.

It’s that time of year! We hope you’ve had a wonderful experience living in the University Residence Halls. Before leaving, remember to complete and sign your spring move-out checklist and attach it outside your door!

You are expected to vacate your room within 24 hours of your last final exam. If staying until May 9, you must move out by 4 p.m. unless you have completed an Extra Nights application. Make sure to check bulletin boards, digital signage, and with Housing staff for additional information regarding quiet hours and details specific to your hall. Any questions? Contact your House Fellow or Residence Life Coordinator.

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Reminder: Use Your Dining Dollars!

Dining Dollars Expire: Saturday, May 9

With meal plans expiring just next week, don’t forget to spend your Dining Dollars! Dining Dollars will expire at the end of the academic year on May 9 and will not carry over into the following semester. Your dining dollars can be used for food at any campus dining location, including Housing and Union locations. Grab yourself a sweet treat before they’re gone!

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Film Screening: Roleplay event promotional graphic

Attend the UHS Day of Connection

Wednesday April 29 | 4 – 6:30 p.m. | Mitchell Theater

Every April, University Health Services hosts Connect and Reflect in recognition of Sexual Assault Awareness Month. This year’s events include a student survivor art gallery and history exhibit, which are set to conclude April 29th with a special Day of Connection event. Join UHS for a screening of Roleplay, a documentary film about students confronting sexual violence, as well as a panel discussion featuring leaders in victim advocacy, student activism, and UW staff.

Throwback Photo of the Week

Studying in the stacks UW Digital Collections photo

~ 1965

It's crunch time again! Looking for a quiet, non-distracting place to study for finals? Be like this guy and try the Memorial Library carrels! Lovingly nicknamed "the cages," the atmosphere can be prison-like, though strangely effective!

Wisconsin Weekdays

Letters to Yourself

Tuesday, April 28

4 – 5:30 p.m.

Classroom 1 | Witte

Join us for this creative and reflective event where you can write a personal letter to your future self. Use our guided prompts to explore your current thoughts and goals.

String Art Study Break

Wednesday, April 29

6 – 7:30 p.m.

Classroom 1 | Sellery

Enjoy a study break where you can design eye-catching string art using colorful thread, nails, and your own imagination! Craft a meaningful design or just vibe with friends.

Beaded Plants

Thursday, April 30

4:30 – 6 p.m.

Classroom 1 | Witte

Come on by and enjoy the end of the year by decorating your own hanging beaded plant! Hang your plant up in your room as a neat final piece of decor.

Wisconsin Late Night

CCE Events

Dining Events

Celebrate the End of the Year With the CCE!

Thursday, April 30 | 6 - 8:00 p.m. | Witte

Join us at the CCE for our End of Year Barbecue to celebrate the semester and all of your accomplishments! Bring your friends and/or roommates! We will have Halal, Kosher, Vegan and Vegetarian options available. This event is open to all University Housing Residents and Staff.

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Take a Break for Self-Care

Monday, April 27 – Friday, May 8

Various Campus Locations

Recreation & Wellbeing is kicking off Time Out! For Self-Care to encourage you to take breaks and focus on nurturing physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing during what can be a stressful time. Here's a sneak peek at some of our activities: