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Independent Student Newspaper Since 1969

The Badger Herald

Independent Student Newspaper Since 1969

The Badger Herald

Badger Herald archival photo of Lake Mendota. March 8, 2024.
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UWPD investigates after body found in Lake Mendota
by Anna Kristoff July 7, 2025
Archival photo of student voting on campus. November 3, 2020.
New Wisconsin election observer rule faces backlash from 2020 fake Trump elector
by Anna Kristoff June 29, 2025

The Wisconsin Elections Commission voted June 19 to approve a new rule that addresses election observer conduct, according to a press release. The rule had been in discussion for two years prior to its 5-1 bipartisan approval.  Election...

Canvas of politics: Expression and activism in art
Canvas of politics: Expression and activism in art
by Evan Randle May 24, 2025

In the wake of the overthrow of Charles X, Eugène Delacroix gave life to his now-famous painting, “Liberty Leading the People,” to celebrate what he hoped was a new era of French freedom.  A decade later, J.M.W. Turner’s “The Slave...

Seat at the table: MENA students push for physical space on campus
Seat at the table: MENA students push for physical space on campus
by Jenna Innab May 6, 2025

Finding your people, finding your space and finding your home away from home — the college experience hinges on these connections, especially for ethnically diverse students at the predominantly white University of Wisconsin.  At the heart...

Governor Tony Evers speaks during the State of the State. January 22, 2025.
News
Newly approved biennial budget offers largest investment increase for UW system in decades
by Anna Kristoff July 5, 2025

Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers signed the bipartisan 2025-27 Biennial Budget agreement early Thursday morning after months of negotiations with the...

A "now renting" sign located on N Henry Street. October 12, 2024.
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UW report links housing stress to worsening health in Wisconsin
by Anna Kristoff June 26, 2025

Housing financial stress has been rising among Wisconsin residents, and it is tied to an increase in negative health outcomes, according to a...

Protesters gather at Library Mall for “Kick Out the Clowns” rally. June 14, 2025.
City of Madison
Thousands march in Madison to protest Trump administration for national ‘No Kings’ day
by The Badger Herald June 15, 2025

Masses of Wisconsinites marched from Library Mall to the state Capitol to protest President Donald Trump’s administration Saturday. This protest...

Madison City Hall. March 13, 2025.
Madison city officials call for an end to gun violence
by Patricia Clark June 7, 2025

On Friday, June 6, multiple Madison city officials gathered at city hall for a press conference to kick off the Wear Orange weekend events, a nationwide movement that works to end gun violence.  Multiple city officials, like Chief of the Madison City...

The Wisconsin Badgers defeat Clarkson 4-1 in the NCAA regional final. March 16, 2025.
Class of 2025: Senior standouts leave lasting legacy on Badger athletics
by Elliott Buxton May 6, 2025

As the 2024-2025 athletic season wraps up at the University of Wisconsin, The Badger Herald is highlighting a group of outstanding outgoing seniors who have helped shape the UW Athletics legacy. Men's Basketball 6-foot-7 senior forward Carter Gilmore...

Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. performs at the Multicultural Orientation and Reception (MCOR) at Shannon Hall.
Features
Multicultural Greek life: Finding cultural belonging at UW
by Zoe Lago May 6, 2025
UW fails to uphold multiple terms of its agreement with Students for Justice in Palestine
Features
UW fails to uphold multiple terms of its agreement with Students for Justice in Palestine
by Aiden Mellon April 10, 2025
People of UW: Diverse Leaders of Tomorrow head of corporate development seeks to provide career opportunities for underrepresented students
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People of UW: Diverse Leaders of Tomorrow head of corporate development seeks to provide career opportunities for underrepresented students
by Marielle Iannella April 9, 2025
Fight for Our Lives, 2018
Accidental shooting in Wisconsin calls for strict implementation of gun control laws
by Josh Standal May 8, 2025

On April 16, at around 10:05 p.m., 19-year-old De’Shawn L. Sturkey was killed in an accidental shooting near the 1200th block of Fish Hatchery...

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Hungry Hunrgy Badgers. May 4th, 2025.
Consider the food scraps
by Aiden Mellon May 6, 2025

At 11 a.m. on a Sunday, you and your roommates scan into Gordon’s for brunch before the homework doldrums begin. Maybe you are a nervous eater...

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