Help us congratulate the staff and team who won a 2024 Housing Employee Award! Of the many nominated staff, eleven individuals and one team of thirteen were selected for their incredible contributions to the division in 2023. Winners will be celebrated and presented with awards at the annual Housing Breakfast this Friday.
Window Decals at Dejope to Prevent Bird Collisions
This week, a grid of dots is being installed on the north windows of Dejope Residence Hall to help mitigate bird collisions. Similar to the dot grid on the glass walkway in Ogg, the dots prevent bird injury and death by helping nearby birds recognize windows as an impassible surface. Newly constructed buildings on campus have implemented bird-safe glass to reduce collisions, and existing buildings on campus and in Madison with large glass façades are following suit. While still allowing for sunlight and human enjoyment, the dot grid will help keep our native and migratory bird populations thriving so you can still find your favorite warblers on Lakeshore Path.
HR News
Welcome, New Housing Staff!
Join us in welcoming new employees who joined the team in April!
Parking applications are now open for the upcoming academic year, and Housing HR has compiled resources and tips for submitting permit applications. See the announcement on UW–Madison Transportation Services' website for more information.
Three Weeks Until Gutterball!
Is your bowling team assembled yet? Register the team and submit payment by May 28th for the 48th annual Housing Gutterball, happening June 4th. Bring the whole family to Dream Lanes on Madison's east side for food, friendly competition, and a great time.
Articulated Electric Buses Coming to Campus This Summer
New to Madison Metro this summer is a fleet of sixty-foot articulated electric buses. You may have already spotted the shiny new buses winding their way through campus and the streets of Madison. Sightings will become more common, and you may even get a chance to take a ride as they begin serving UW–Madison campus routes later this summer. The new buses are expected to become fully operational on campus routes beginning in fall 2024.
