Each summer alumni chapters across the country hold student sendoffs, bringing together incoming students, their parents, and local alumni.
For incoming students, it's a day to make new friends, and meet their "fan club" of alumni who reside in their home town.
For parents, it's a day to learn about UW-Madison from local alumni, as well as discuss issues and share concerns with other parents.
For local alumni who work to raise funds for their local scholarship fund, it's a day to meet and congratulate the students they're helping to support.
Student sendoffs frequently feature a picnic-like atmosphere. Alumni teach students and their parents traditional UW songs such as "On Wisconsin," and "Varsity".
For more information, contact the
alumni chapter nearest you.
Boston Area Badger Sendoff Celebration- Aug 5, 2008
Pittsburgh Badger Sendoff Celebration- Aug 10, 2008
Los Angeles Badger Sendoff Celebration- Aug 13, 2008
Northwoods Badger Sendoff Celebration- Aug 17, 2008