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Independent Student Newspaper Since 1969

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Aiden Mellon, ArtsEtc. Editor

Aiden Mellon is arts editor at The Badger Herald. He is majoring in classical humanities and history and is particularly interested in issues affecting student life and the environment. 

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Swan Lake 2 by Daniel Lockwood and UW Hospital

[Photo] Art as medicine: photo exhibit brings respite to UW Hospital

by Logan Underwood
March 18, 2025
Aldo Leopold's sketch in "A Sand County Almanac." February 9, 2025.

An examined life: What students can learn from the journals of Aldo Leopold

by Aiden Mellon
March 10, 2025
Duo of student models walk for the harlem renaissance category. February 27, 2025.

WBSU caps off Black History Month with third annual fashion show

by Aiden Mellon and Jenna Innab
February 28, 2025
John Green accepts a welcoming applause at Memorial Union. February 18, 2025

John Green discusses tuberculosis, health inequities during Shannon Hall lecture

by Elissa Spatt and Aiden Mellon
February 19, 2025
Izakaya Kuroyama at night

Japanese restaurant Izakaya Kuroyama finds success in first month in Madison

by Aiden Mellon
February 4, 2025
Comedian Brian Regan to perform in Madison

Comedian Brian Regan to perform in Madison

by Aiden Mellon
January 21, 2025
The ōLiv Madison apartment building in final stages of construction.

In crowded dorms, overpriced apartments, freshmen lose out most

by Aiden Mellon
December 28, 2024
The Computer Science Building. November 24, 2024.

Computer science student enrollment woes help department pull off miracle

by Aiden Mellon
December 4, 2024
AI is becoming increasingly common. November 2, 2024.

Students are moving at speed of internet: Curricula, course expectations aren’t keeping up

by Aiden Mellon
November 16, 2024
Archival photo of President-elect Donald Trump. July 17, 2017.

Trump’s appointments: Loyalty over experience

by Josh Standal and Aiden Mellon
November 15, 2024
Bucky Badger statue. October 6, 2024.

Out-of-state Californian students drive UW’s higher education import economy

by Aiden Mellon
November 13, 2024
The United States Post Office located near State Street. October 18, 2024.

Postal Service track record in 2020 should allay voters, election officials concern over mail in ballots

by Aiden Mellon
November 1, 2024
Student lifts weights at the Nicholas Recreation Center. September 30, 2024.

Why are all my friends jacked now?

by Aiden Mellon
October 15, 2024
The new Zoe-Bayliss Co-op, one of the many around downtown Madison

The affordable housing no one is talking about

by Aiden Mellon, Opinion Editor
October 2, 2024
Controversial speakers have helped shape how UW students, administrators approach free speech on campus

Controversial speakers have helped shape how UW students, administrators approach free speech on campus

by Aiden Mellon
September 19, 2024
Kamala Harris at her Milwaukee rally. Aug. 20, 2024.

Voters should not let Harris off the hook on Gaza policies

by Aiden Mellon
September 10, 2024
Associated Students of Madison meet at the Student Activity Center. February 7, 2024.

ASM must overcome communication failures to address low voter turnout

by Aiden Mellon
July 25, 2024
The number of University of Wisconsin students graduating with humanities degrees is decreasing. April 21, 2024.

Great Recession continues to drive major choices

by Aiden Mellon
May 10, 2024
Senate Faculty meeting on May 6, 2024.

UW faculty and staff pressed Mnookin at Monday’s Faculty Senate meeting. Here are the key takeaways.

by Blake Thor and Aiden Mellon
May 6, 2024
Runway of Dreams Foundation Fashion Show. May 1, 2024.

Runway of Dreams hosts first independent Adaptive Runway Show

by Aiden Mellon
May 2, 2024
A student graduates at the Spring 2022 commencement ceremony on May 14, 2022.

Tech layoffs constrict job market for recent grads, but value of UW degree remains high, experts say

by Aiden Mellon
April 26, 2024
The Badger Herald archival photo. June 2023. Photo by Cat Carroll.

UW ranked second for production of Peace Corps volunteers 21st year in a row

by Aiden Mellon
April 23, 2024
Students gather at the first meeting of the Myanmar Student Association April 4 to enjoy traditional foods and celebrate club's creation. Image courtesy of Biak Tial.

New student org aims to strengthen Myanmar community at UW

by Aiden Mellon
April 22, 2024
A student exits UW's Red Gym, where the APIDA Student Center is housed.

UW’s 5th annual APIDA Heritage Month centers food, nostalgia in variety of events

by Aiden Mellon
April 13, 2024
Federal internet assistance program set to end, Wisconsin state programs to fill place

Federal internet assistance program set to end, Wisconsin state programs to fill place

by Aiden Mellon
April 12, 2024
Wisconsin representatives show support for America's Children Act at press conference

Wisconsin representatives show support for America’s Children Act at press conference

by Aiden Mellon
April 4, 2024
UW receives federal funding to open PFAS center

UW receives federal funding to open PFAS center

by Aiden Mellon
April 1, 2024
UW veteran, military affiliated students struggle to find community due to lack of dedicated space

UW veteran, military affiliated students struggle to find community due to lack of dedicated space

by Aiden Mellon
March 30, 2024
UWPD to test WiscAlert upgrade over spring break

UWPD to test WiscAlert upgrade over spring break

by Aiden Mellon
March 20, 2024
The 80 bus stops at N Randall at Engineering. March 15, 2024.

New Metro Transit fare program will include fare capping, half-fare programs

by Aiden Mellon
March 14, 2024
Indefinite UW email access to end with spring 2024 graduates

Indefinite UW email access to end with spring 2024 graduates

by Aiden Mellon
March 13, 2024
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[Photo] 20th annual 'Research in the Rotunda' brings undergraduate research to Capitol

March 6, 2024
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[Photo] 96th annual WUD Student Art Show gallery open for viewing until March 15

February 26, 2024
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[Photo] UW medical students criticize Senate candidate's anti-abortion rights stance at news conference

February 29, 2024
20th annual 'Research in the Rotunda' brings undergraduate research to Capitol

20th annual ‘Research in the Rotunda’ brings undergraduate research to Capitol

by Aiden Mellon
March 6, 2024
UW medical students criticize Senate candidate's anti-abortion rights stance at news conference

UW medical students criticize Senate candidate’s anti-abortion rights stance at news conference

by Aiden Mellon
February 29, 2024
96th annual WUD Student Art Show gallery open for viewing until March 15

96th annual WUD Student Art Show gallery open for viewing until March 15

by Aiden Mellon
February 26, 2024
40th annual Eating Disorder Awareness Week targets stigma, empowers recovery

40th annual Eating Disorder Awareness Week targets stigma, empowers recovery

by Aiden Mellon
February 26, 2024
Despite January layoff surge, Wisconsin's economic momentum continues

Despite January layoff surge, Wisconsin’s economic momentum continues

by Aiden Mellon
February 22, 2024
Dane County Supervisor race narrows in February primary

Dane County Supervisor race narrows in February primary

by Aiden Mellon
February 21, 2024
Madison residents honor life, legacy of Alexei Navalny

Madison residents honor life, legacy of Alexei Navalny

by Aiden Mellon
February 20, 2024
New Native American Graves Protection Act provisions further repatriation efforts in Wisconsin, US

New Native American Graves Protection Act provisions further repatriation efforts in Wisconsin, US

by Aiden Mellon
February 17, 2024
From diamonds to dogs, UW experts weigh in on Valentine's Day

From diamonds to dogs, UW experts weigh in on Valentine’s Day

by Aiden Mellon
February 14, 2024
SSFC approves budget alteration proposals, discusses strategy for ASM, GSSF policy review

SSFC approves budget alteration proposals, discusses strategy for ASM, GSSF policy review

by Aiden Mellon
February 12, 2024
UW chancellor co-chairs committee on facial recognition technology

UW chancellor co-chairs committee on facial recognition technology

by Aiden Mellon
February 8, 2024
Dane County Executive race expands as Dana Pellebon announces candidacy

Dane County Executive race expands as Dana Pellebon announces candidacy

by Aiden Mellon
February 7, 2024
Despite warm weather, Clean Lakes Alliance hosts annual Frozen Assets Festival

Despite warm weather, Clean Lakes Alliance hosts annual Frozen Assets Festival

by Aiden Mellon
February 5, 2024
UW kinesiology professor creates physical education app for social learning activites

UW kinesiology professor creates physical education app for social learning activites

by Aiden Mellon
January 31, 2024
Ice on Lake Mendota. January 25, 2024.

Temperature swings, rain raise ice safety concerns on Lake Mendota

by Aiden Mellon
January 25, 2024
Students perform at "Bangladesh Night 2023"

Student organization hosts UW’s first-ever ‘Bangladesh Night’

by Aiden Mellon
December 5, 2023
SSFC approves Student Transportation Board budget amendment, hears budget proposals from WSUM, Student Judiciary

SSFC approves Student Transportation Board budget amendment, hears budget proposals from WSUM, Student Judiciary

by Aiden Mellon
November 29, 2023
UW's Hmong community celebrates new year at Memorial Union

UW’s Hmong community celebrates new year at Memorial Union

by Aiden Mellon
November 22, 2023
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