PHOTO GALLERY

The first day of the semester brings a mix of excitement and nerves as students pass Grainger Hall on their way to class.

Some places—and the experiences they inspire—are so iconic that they defy the fading of memory, whether it’s been a few months or several years since you’ve been there. UW–Madison’s campus is filled with many such places, those locations that bring our campus experiences to life and help define what it means to be a Badger. The photos shared here capture some of campus’ most beloved places and moments…and likely a healthy dose of nostalgia, too. •

Photos by Jeff Miller and Paul L. Newby ll It’s hard to beat the energy of Camp Randall on game day, especially when Bucky Badger makes his anticipated appearance.

Rain or shine, Library Mall serves as the gateway to the city as students trek to State Street and the Capitol Square for dining, shopping, and entertainment.

Abe Lincoln holds watch over the entire UW experience, prominent in everything from that first campus tour to graduation day photos.

In a typical year, the opening of the Union Terrace announces the arrival of spring—a welcome celebration of sunshine, fresh lake air, and ice cream.

The inflatable Statue of Liberty made a triumphant return to Lake Mendota in 2020, four decades after the famous 1979 prank. Though few of us experience this bird’s eye view firsthand, we all know it when it we see it. There’s no denying the beauty and stature of UW–Madison.

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