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Jan
26
Jan 26 - Apr 3 2026
A collective, contemporary art installation centering Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. as a historical figure whose legacy continues.
Da Hoodzeum
Jan
27
Jan 27 - Feb 27 2026
Memorial Union
The Wisconsin Union Directorate Art Committee presents a curation of works from the Wisconsin Union Art Collection honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
A portrait of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. from the National Portrait Gallery. Dr. King is featured prominently just to the left of center, looking slightly left. A figure in robes in a pulpit is featured faintly behind Dr. King, a yellow and white bus with people entering is featured small in the lower left hand corner in front of Dr. King. The background is mainly white with some light blue.
Jan
30
Jan 30 - Mar 13 2026
Union South
A mixed-media visual work exhibition by Linnea Ryshke presented by the Wisconsin Union Directorate Art Committee in Gallery 1308, Union South. A reception will be held to celebrate the gallery opening on January 30th from 5:30 to 7pm
A cut birch log with fine lines carved into it sits in front of a light blue painting. The painting has various shades of blue and white and resembles water rippling, a bird, or the sky, depending on the interpretation of the viewer.
Feb
01
Feb 1 2026 | 5 - 9pm
Union South
Join WUD Games every Sunday in the Sett from 5-9 pm to meet new people and play games from our collection over over 100 unique board games, video games, and many more.
Crowd of people playing games in the Sett in Union South
Feb
02

Intro to Wheel Pottery

Art, WHS Clay
Feb 2 2026 | 6 - 8:30pm
Sold Out
Memorial Union
Course Fee

Explore working with a pottery wheel and learn the basics of working with clay. Each class comes with 12.5 lbs. of clay as well as free use of the open studios during and for two weeks after the class.

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Feb
03
Feb 3 2026 | 5 - 7pm
Memorial Union
Course Fee
An introduction to cross-country skiing that will make you more comfortable and excited for your next adventure!
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Feb
03
Feb 3 2026 | 5:30 - 6:30pm
Union South
WUD Volunteer Action weekly committee meeting
students watching a presentation lead by wud volunteer action presdient
Feb
03

WUD DLS Committee Meeting

Lecture & Discussion
Feb 3 2026 | 6 - 7pm
Memorial Union

Since 1987, Wisconsin Union Directorate Distinguished Lecture Series (DLS) has contributed to broadening the educational experience of UW–Madison students and the community by bringing the smartest, most engaging, and influential people to campus, to encourage thought-provoking conversations and ideas. Through DLS-sponsored lectures and collaborations, we strive to achieve our mission of seeking and spreading powerful ideas, while also allowing the passionate and dedicated students on our committee to be exposed to a diverse and vibrant array of people, backgrounds, and ideas.

Amer Zahr
Feb
03
Feb 3 2026 | 6 - 8:30pm
Memorial Union
Course Fee

Escape the winter grays as you learn the art of soft pastel drawing to create colorful compositions sure to brighten anyone's day.

Hand working on a blue pastel drawing.
Feb
03

Intro to Wheel Pottery

Art, WHS Clay
Feb 3 2026 | 6 - 8:30pm
Sold Out
Memorial Union
Course Fee

Explore working with a pottery wheel and learn the basics of working with clay. Each class comes with 12.5 lbs. of clay as well as free use of the open studios during and for two weeks after the class.

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