University of Wisconsin–Madison

Education

The Center for Campus History offers materials and resources for educators, the campus community, and anyone who is interested in learning about the history of discrimination and resistance at UW–Madison.

Please note that some of the links on our education pages are not active as we are updating our website. If you would like to access any education material that is currently unavailable, please e-mail our Curricular Manager, Dan Berman, at dberman2@wisc.edu for assistance.

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Teaching Guides

Teaching guides provide primary and secondary sources, discussion questions, and classroom engagement strategies.

Oral History Guides

Audio interview clips amplify the voices, stories, and experiences of the UW–Madison community and alumni.

Students standing on porch below small sign that reads, The University of Wisconsin–Madison Afro-American Center at 935 Univ Ave.
Reorientation logo that reads, "Reorientation: a podcast exploring the history of UW–Madison you won't learn on your campus welcome tour."

Podcast

Each season of ourReorientation podcast explores a specific historical topic at UW–Madison using archival research and interviews from experts.

Indigenous Lands Dispossession In Wisconsin and Beyond Education Modules

Primary sources, secondary readings, and all host of of material that explores the history of UW, tribal nations, and land dispossession.

Map showing the current reservations and tribal lands within the state of Wisconsin.
Cover of 'Siftings', Histories of Discrimination and Resistance at the University of Wisconsin-Madison

Siftings

Our Siftings readings can serve as a great classroom resource and can keep you up to date with the Center’s research projects. We have compiled all our Siftings Blog Posts into a single volume with individual chapter download options and how campus history reflects broader historical trends.

History Resources

Our historical resources include books and articles highlighting the UW’s history organized by topic.

Group of protesters lined along the street demonstrating near Phi Gamma Delta (FIJI) fraternity.