BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:icalendar-ruby CALSCALE:GREGORIAN BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT DTSTART:20260308T030000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;BYDAY=2SU;BYMONTH=3 TZNAME:CDT END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD DTSTART:20251102T010000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;BYDAY=1SU;BYMONTH=11 TZNAME:CST END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Chicago:20260407T114910 UID:216841@calendar.wisc.edu DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260114 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260115 DESCRIPTION:*Note: actual end time may vary.* \n Looking to Volunteer?. Ba dger Volunteers (BV) is a semester-long program (11-week commitment) that pairs teams of students with community organizations to volunteer 1 to 4 h ours each week at the same organization. The program is designed to foster meaningful and consistent connections between community partners and stud ents over the course of an entire semester. BV is open and free to all UW- Madison students.\n\nCONTACT: lara.miller@wisc.edu\n\nURL: https://morgrid ge.wisc.edu/get-connected-students/badger-volunteers/ SUMMARY:Badger Volunteers URL;VALUE=URI:https://morgridge.wisc.edu/get-connected-students/badger-volu nteers/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Chicago:20260407T114910 UID:216052@calendar.wisc.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260114T060000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260114T070000 DESCRIPTION:Whether you’re showing up or showing off\, there’s a team f or you in Intramural Sports. Play alongside your besties\, roommates\, cla ssmates\, pledge class\, or random strangers in a variety of sports and ac tivities throughout the year. \nRegistration opens: January 12\nRegistrati on closes: January 25\n\nFor a full list of leagues\, tournaments\, and ev ents offered during the Spring 2026 semester\, visit: https://recwell.wisc .edu/intramuralsports/#sports.\n\nCONTACT: imsports@recwell.wisc.edu\n\nUR L: https://recwell.wisc.edu/intramuralsports SUMMARY:Rec Well Intramural Sports Session C Registration URL;VALUE=URI:https://recwell.wisc.edu/intramuralsports END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Chicago:20260407T114910 UID:215673@calendar.wisc.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260114T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260114T141500 DESCRIPTION:Center for Teaching\, Learning &\; Mentoring. \n\nCONTACT: j ulie.johnson@wisc.edu\n\nURL: https://explore.wisc.edu/SP26PTI LOCATION:Varsity Hall\, Union South SUMMARY:Pre-semester Teaching Institute URL;VALUE=URI:https://explore.wisc.edu/SP26PTI END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Chicago:20260407T114910 UID:215830@calendar.wisc.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260114T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260114T130000 DESCRIPTION:Researchers learning unix shell\, git/GitHub\, Python. Software Carpentry aims to help researchers get their work done in less time and w ith less pain by teaching them basic research computing skills. This hands -on workshop will cover basic concepts and tools\, including program desig n\, version control\, data management\, and task automation. This worksho p teaches intro to the unix shell\, git/GitHub\, and python. Registration required.\n\nCONTACT: 815-383-3279\, sarah.stevens@wisc.edu\n\nURL: https: //uw-madison-datascience.github.io/2026-01-12-uwmadison-swc/ SUMMARY:Software Carpentry URL;VALUE=URI:https://uw-madison-datascience.github.io/2026-01-12-uwmadison -swc/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Chicago:20260407T114910 UID:215251@calendar.wisc.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260114T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260114T110000 DESCRIPTION:Small Matter recognizes the innovative talents of the children who make rag balls\, arguing that making is a universal language and a pow erful form of expression\, especially for underprivileged people\, who tra nsform inert matter into vibrant artifacts through creative intervention i nto the social life of things. Creatively crafting rag balls from material s found in the local environment grants voice and agency to African childr en.\n\nCONTACT: 262-1162\, cdmc@sohe.wisc.edu\n\nURL: https://cdmc.wisc.ed u/event/small-matter/ LOCATION:Nancy Nicholas Hall SUMMARY:Small Matter URL;VALUE=URI:https://cdmc.wisc.edu/event/small-matter/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Chicago:20260407T114910 UID:216251@calendar.wisc.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260114T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260114T160000 DESCRIPTION:This exhibition presents new editions and monoprints created at Tandem Press by Michelle Grabner\, Marie Lorenz\, Alison Saar\, Marie Wat t\, and Dyani White Hawk.\n\nCONTACT: 263-3437\, info@tandempress.wisc.edu \n\nURL: https://tandempress.wisc.edu/exhibitions/shared-horizon-new-editi ons-from-tandem-press/ LOCATION:Tandem Press\, 1743 Commercial Ave\, Madison\, WI 53704 SUMMARY:Shared Horizon: New Editions from Tandem Press URL;VALUE=URI:https://tandempress.wisc.edu/exhibitions/shared-horizon-new-e ditions-from-tandem-press/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Chicago:20260407T114910 UID:209302@calendar.wisc.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260114T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260114T160000 DESCRIPTION:Parallel Lines: Quilts and the American Landscape explores the parallel processes of quilt-making within the American home and place-maki ng on the American landscape. Featuring nineteenth- and twentieth-century American quilts drawn from the Helen Louise Allen Textile Collection\, the exhibit will examine some of the most familiar quilt forms – such as ni ne-patch squares\, eight-pointed stars\, and “log cabin” blocks with c loth strips radiating outward from a central square “hearth”.\n\nCONTA CT: 262-1162\, cdmc@sohe.wisc.edu\n\nURL: https://cdmc.wisc.edu/event/para llel-lines-quilts-and-the-american-landscape/ LOCATION:Lynn Mecklenburg Textile Gallery\, Nancy Nicholas Hall SUMMARY:Parallel Lines: Quilts and the American Landscape URL;VALUE=URI:https://cdmc.wisc.edu/event/parallel-lines-quilts-and-the-ame rican-landscape/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Chicago:20260407T114910 UID:209461@calendar.wisc.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260114T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260114T160000 DESCRIPTION:Find Your Quilt invites visitors to make their own personal con nection to at least one quilt on display\, offering a range of ideas and p erspectives through which to make their selection. This bright and bold ex hibition presents quilts and quilted objects that span the globe\, materia ls\, and time periods\, showcasing the breadth and variety of this form.\n \nCONTACT: 262-1162\, cdmc@sohe.wisc.edu\n\nURL: https://cdmc.wisc.edu/eve nt/find-your-quilt/ LOCATION:Ruth Davis Design Gallery\, Nancy Nicholas Hall SUMMARY:Find Your Quilt URL;VALUE=URI:https://cdmc.wisc.edu/event/find-your-quilt/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Chicago:20260407T114910 UID:215948@calendar.wisc.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260114T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260114T150000 DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR THIS EVENT. TO REGISTER PLEASE GO TO: https://sscc.wisc.edu/sscc_jsp/training/details.jsp?class_id=3043\n\n "Data wrangling" is the process of preparing data for analysis. This is a hands-on class with time devoted to practicing essential data wrangling sk ills. This course will first cover tools needed to work with different typ es of data. Then we will apply all of these in the context of datasets to create\, transform\, and clean variables.\n\nCONTACT: 262-0862\, instructi on@ssc.wisc.edu\n\nURL: https://sscc.wisc.edu/sscc_jsp/training/details.js p?class_id=3043 SUMMARY:Data Wrangling in R URL;VALUE=URI:https://sscc.wisc.edu/sscc_jsp/training/details.jsp?class_id= 3043 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Chicago:20260407T114910 UID:215982@calendar.wisc.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260114T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260114T114500 DESCRIPTION:In this webinar\, we’ll discuss why PhDs need to choose a spe cific career path to focus their job search efforts. This session is desig ned for doctoral students\, PhDs\, and postdocs from all academic discipli nes who are wondering:\n\nHow is nonacademic hiring different from academi c hiring?\nWhy do I need to focus on one career path? Can’t I apply broa dly to a range of positions and fields?\nHow do I focus my job search\, an d how will this lead to success?\n\nCONTACT: gspd@wisc.edu\n\nURL: https:/ /institutions.beyondprof.com/webinar-successful-job-search/\n\nONLINE: htt ps://institutions.beyondprof.com/webinar-successful-job-search/ LOCATION: (Online) SUMMARY:Why a Successful Job Search Is a Focused Job Search URL;VALUE=URI:https://institutions.beyondprof.com/webinar-successful-job-se arch/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Chicago:20260407T114910 UID:215998@calendar.wisc.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260114T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260114T120000 DESCRIPTION:Virtual Info Session. Thinking of studying abroad in summer 202 6\, fall 2026\, or the next academic year? \;Then come learn about fun ding through two national scholarships: Benjamin A. Gilman and Fund for Ed ucation Abroad! We’ll cover the scholarships with essay writing tips.\n\ nCONTACT: 265-6329\, peeradvisor@studyabroad.wisc.edu\n\nURL: https://stud yabroad.wisc.edu/funding/scholarships/\n\nONLINE: https://uwmadison.zoom.u s/webinar/register/WN_05h43G_tR_OlFmvREd9G3Q LOCATION: (Online) SUMMARY:Study Abroad Scholarships: Fund for Education Abroad & Gilman URL;VALUE=URI:https://studyabroad.wisc.edu/funding/scholarships/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Chicago:20260407T114910 UID:212766@calendar.wisc.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260114T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260114T130000 DESCRIPTION:Have a question about one of the many Fulbright programs availa ble to UW-Madison students\, faculty\, staff\, and alumni? Heard about "Fu lbright" but aren't sure what it might mean to you? Are you an administrat or trying to assist one of your international Fulbrighters studying here a t UW-Madison? Every Wednesday we'll have drop-in hours where you can have your questions answered\, schedule a more in-depth appointment\, or just l earn more about what "Fulbright" could make possible for you!\n\nCONTACT: 265-6070\, uwfulbright@wisc.edu\n\nONLINE: https://go.wisc.edu/fulbrightdr opin LOCATION:256 Bascom Hall (Also offered online) SUMMARY:Fulbright office hours - virtual & in-person END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Chicago:20260407T114910 UID:217104@calendar.wisc.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260114T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260114T123000 DESCRIPTION:**Only open to UW students and Rec Well members**Registration i s required. Research has shown that a regular mindfulness practice increas es resiliency\, focus\, awareness\, and attention. Our in-person meditatio n classes are a time to unwind and focus on the present moment. We will in corporate elements of guided meditation\, mindfulness\, and relaxation pra ctices. No previous meditation experience is required.\n\nCONTACT: wellbei ng@recwell.wisc.edu\n\nURL: https://services.recwell.wisc.edu/Program/GetP rogramDetails?courseId=6f781664-274e-42a2-b6bb-e17995644732&\;semesterI d=27ca61ce-c04f-4360-82a0-291e6837404e LOCATION:Balance room\, Nicholas Recreation Center SUMMARY:Mindful Meditation URL;VALUE=URI:https://services.recwell.wisc.edu/Program/GetProgramDetails?c ourseId=6f781664-274e-42a2-b6bb-e17995644732&semesterId=27ca61ce-c04f-4360 -82a0-291e6837404e END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Chicago:20260407T114910 UID:215786@calendar.wisc.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260114T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260114T133000 DESCRIPTION:Navigating funding as an international student can be challengi ng\, but we’re here to help! This session offers practical guidance and connects you with fellowships and grants tailored to international graduat e students. Discover tools to help identify opportunities and build a stra tegic approach to your funding search. Also hear firsthand from current UW –Madison international students who successfully navigated the process a nd secured prestigious awards. Lunch provided\, with vegetarian options.\n \nCONTACT: gspd@grad.wisc.edu\n\nURL: https://registration.socio.events/e/ fundingforintlgradstudents011426 LOCATION:Pyle Center\, 702 Langdon Street SUMMARY:Funding Resources for International Graduate Students URL;VALUE=URI:https://registration.socio.events/e/fundingforintlgradstudent s011426 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Chicago:20260407T114910 UID:215957@calendar.wisc.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260114T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260114T133000 DESCRIPTION:We'll discuss the challenges in today's job market and how you can navigate them as a newly graduated master's student. While some factor s—like changing visa policies and hiring freezes—are beyond your contr ol\, we'll help you focus on what you can do to move your career forward a nd strategically prepare for your future.\n\nCONTACT: gspd@wisc.edu\n\nURL : https://institutions.beyondgradschool.com/webinar-graduating-this-year/\ n\nONLINE: https://institutions.beyondgradschool.com/webinar-graduating-th is-year/ LOCATION: (Online) SUMMARY:Graduating This Year? How to Land a Job After Graduation URL;VALUE=URI:https://institutions.beyondgradschool.com/webinar-graduating- this-year/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Chicago:20260407T114910 UID:215622@calendar.wisc.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260114T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260114T133000 DESCRIPTION:Learn@UW Online Training - Spring 2026. Aa.\n\nCONTACT: learnUW support@wisc.edu\n\nONLINE: https://uwmadison.zoom.us/j/99893156244?pwd=IU EbVb5UOfC1RBOKOjEzlpvmDYLCED.1 LOCATION: (Online) SUMMARY:Fundamentals of DesignPlus END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Chicago:20260407T114910 UID:215637@calendar.wisc.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260114T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260114T140000 DESCRIPTION:Learn@UW Online Training - Spring 2026. Gradescope augments the existing grading functions within Canvas\, providing several time-saving features. This 30-minute session\, delivers a high-level overview of the t ool\, how to initiate your account\, and how to sync rosters and grades.\n \nCONTACT: learnUWsupport@wisc.edu\n\nONLINE: https://uwmadison.zoom.us/j/ 99893156244?pwd=IUEbVb5UOfC1RBOKOjEzlpvmDYLCED.1 LOCATION: (Online) SUMMARY:Canvas - Introducing Gradescope END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Chicago:20260407T114910 UID:216688@calendar.wisc.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260114T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260114T170000 DESCRIPTION:How is Climate Change Affecting Madison-Area Lakes?. Steve Vavr us\, of the Wisconsin State Climatology Office and Nelson Institute Center for Climatic Research\, will talk about how a warmer\, wetter climate is changing the Yahara lakes — altering water levels\, ice cover\, water qu ality\, and ecosystems. The presentation will explore these impacts along with strategies for helping our lakes and lands adapt to a changing climat e.\n\nURL: https://www.cleanlakesalliance.org/event/clean-lakes-101-jan-20 26/ LOCATION:East Side Club\, 3735 Monona Drive SUMMARY:Clean Lakes 101 URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.cleanlakesalliance.org/event/clean-lakes-101-jan- 2026/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Chicago:20260407T114910 UID:216612@calendar.wisc.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260114T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260114T190000 DESCRIPTION:Badger Recovery offers support and connection for students reco vering from substance use\, disordered eating\, or addictive behaviors. We embrace all definitions of recovery\, whether that is abstinence or moder ation\, and offer a judgment-free space to support students on their perso nal recovery journey. No registration required. Simply bring yourself and you will be welcomed by a group of peers excited to welcome you to our tig ht-knit community!\n\nCONTACT: recovery@uhs.wisc.edu\n\nURL: https://www.u hs.wisc.edu/prevention/badger-recovery/\n\nONLINE: https://go.wisc.edu/br- meet LOCATION:8808 333 East Campus Mall (Also offered online) SUMMARY:Badger Recovery All-Recovery Meeting URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.uhs.wisc.edu/prevention/badger-recovery/ END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR