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
ICYMI: April 2024 Badger Leaders Call
Student Send-Off celebration planning season is now upon us. Be sure to view the video and slides from the April 2024 call to learn more about:
- What you can do now to plan ahead,
- customize your save the date postcard,
- this year’s timeline, and
- tips to host a successful celebration.
If you know your event details, submit your request now.
Note that due to FAFSA delays, we cannot confirm when student lists will be available but will provide information to you as soon as possible.
May Badger Leaders Call
Has your chapter completed the WAA social media requirements that were rolled out last summer? Join us on our next Badger Leaders Call to review the policy, ask questions, and learn engagement tips and tricks from WFAA’s social media specialist, Andrea Stegman.
Day of the Badger Update and Donor Acknowledgement Reports
Drum roll, please: the official 2024 Day of the Badger results are in! Chapters received 236 gifts totaling $41,571.96. With matches included, the grand total raised to support the WAA Chapter Scholarship program is $81,043.92. Great job everyone!
Donor Acknowledgement Reports were recently emailed out to the presidents, treasurers, and scholarship chairs of participating chapters. Please reach out to your chapter representative if you have any questions. Thank you for following up to thank your generous donors on an individual basis.
Chapter Business Model: May Update
Thank you to everyone who continued to provide feedback for our Chapter Business Model via the survey follow-up calls. We look forward to sharing key findings and updates with you soon. Here is the anticipated timeline for the rest of the project:
- May: Summarize findings, identify solutions, share initial direction with leadership and key stakeholders, and gather feedback.
- June: Share recommended directional strategy with leadership and key stakeholders and gather feedback.
If you have any questions, please contact Angela Lillethun ’95.
Badger Leaders Facebook Group
We are excited to launch the Badger Leaders Facebook group. This is your space to connect with others who share your enthusiasm for UW–Madison and work to lead chapters and groups. The Wisconsin Alumni Association will also offer updates and information in this channel in addition to our regular communications. Join today!