Badger Leaders Resources
Our purpose is to build an inclusive local community of UW alumni and supporters united by Badger pride, spirit, and the desire to advance UW–Madison’s positive impact on the world.
Badger Leaders News
Upcoming Badger Leader Calls
October 23: No call due to UW Homecoming
November 12, 6:30–7:30 p.m. CST: Join us for this special call to hear Business Model updates from WAA chief alumni officer and executive director Sarah Schutt and our chapter team.
December 4, 3 –4 p.m. CST: Business Model Follow Up
Fill the Hill
Check out the 2024 Toolkit to make the most of this fundraising opportunity for your chapter’s scholarship fund.
Reminders:
- Chapters must have a centralized scholarship program through WFAA.
- Those participating are eligible for a $3,000 match through the Pellegrin Fund.
- Chapters must raise $1,000 or solicit five donors to participate in Fill the Hill 2025.
- Fill the Hill landing page.
Volunteer Trainings
We are hosting volunteer trainings to better understand the US Alumni Chapter program; your role as a Badger Leader; and how to access the resources available to you. Please sign up for a single one-hour session and encourage fellow board members to attend. This is required for all new volunteers.
Homecoming
- Are you coming to town for Homecoming? If so, check out schedule of events.
- Register now for the Very Important Badger (VIB) Reception
- Let us know if you’re interested in walking in the parade
- Virtual participation opportunities
- Print out coloring sheets for your Homecoming Game Watch
- Family Friendly Scavenger Hunt
- Post your best Badger photos on the UW Homecoming Social Wall
- Hype your UW pride on social using @WisAlumni and #UWHC by snapping a selfie or sharing a favorite Badger/Homecoming memory
Game Watches
- All local badger hangout pages transitioned to the centralized landing page
- Game Watch emails sent out to local alumni from participating chapter regions on Wed before game
- Opting in/out of emails by notifying your chapter rep by noon on the Monday before the game.
- Post event specifics such as parking, drink/food specials, etc. on social media
Founders' Day
- Hosting an event is optional.
- UW faculty speaker requests are reserved for Bascom, Varsity, and Wisconsin chapters.
- UW faculty speaker request form deadline is November 15.
- Events featuring a UW faculty speaker must occur between February 5–May 31.
- Non faculty speaker events can happen any time of year.
- Get creative, “Cake and Kegs!”
Review slides and recording for more information and reach out to your WAA representative with any questions.