Search

  • Articles
  • Catalog
  • Databases
  • Journals
  • UWDC
  • Ask a Librarian
  • Accounts & Lists
  • Libraries
  • UW–Madison
  • Give
  • Help
  • Website Search

schedule

Available 2–10 p.m.

Additional Options

  • email Email
  • smartphone Call / Text
  • place Visit
  • voice_chat Virtual Consultation

  • Business Library
  • College Library (Undergraduate)
  • Ebling Library (Health Sciences)
  • Gender and Women's Studies Librarian
  • Information School Library (Information Studies)
  • Law Library (Law)
  • Memorial Library (Humanities & Social Sciences)
  • MERIT Library (Education)
  • Steenbock Library (Agricultural & Life Sciences, Engineering)
  • Ask a Librarian Hours & Policy
  • Library Research Tutorials

Search the for
  • Articles Find articles in journals, magazines, newspapers, and more
  • Catalog Explore books, music, movies, and more
  • Databases Locate databases by title and description
  • Journals Find journal titles
  • UWDC Discover digital collections, images, sound recordings, and more
  • Website Find information on spaces, staff, services, and more

language Website Search

Find information on spaces, staff, and services.

  • ASK a Librarian
  • Library by Appointment
  • Locations & Hours
  • Resources by Subject

book Catalog Search

Search the physical and online collections at UW-Madison, UW System libraries, and the Wisconsin Historical Society.

keyboard_arrow_down
  • Advanced Search
  • Browse by...
  • WorldCat

collections_bookmark Database Search

Find databases subscribed to by UW-Madison Libraries, searchable by title and description.

  • Browse by Subject/Type
  • Introductory Databases
  • Top 10 Databases

article Journal Search

Find journal titles available online and in print.

keyboard_arrow_down
  • Browse by Subject / Title
  • BrowZine
  • Citation Search

description Article Search

Find articles in journals, magazines, newspapers, and more.

keyboard_arrow_down
  • Citation Search
  • Library Databases

collections UW-Digitized Collections Search

Discover digital objects and collections curated by the UW-Digital Collections Center.

keyboard_arrow_down
  • Browse Collections
  • Browse UWDC Items
  • University of Wisconsin–Madison
  • Libraries
    • UW Home
    • My UW
    • Email/Calendar
    • Canvas
    • Box
    • Google Apps
    • Sign in
      • Loans & Requests
      • Lists
      • Poster Printing
      • Account Details
      • Archives and Special Collections Requests
      • Library Room Reservations
  • Help
  • Give

Search the UW-Madison Libraries

  • Articles
  • Catalog
  • Databases
  • Journals
  • UWDC

University of Wisconsin Collection

When does an aggregation of "stories" become a "history"? The history of the University of Wisconsin is far too colorful and texture-rich to be told in a single document. Within these collections you will find images, manuscripts, papers, and books, all relating in some way to the University's mission. Each record speaks its own truth; each highlights different people, places and accomplishments; each contributes a unique piece of the story.

The teacher, researcher, or curious citizen is encouraged to explore this collection on a continuing basis, since items will be added to it regularly. The door to the vault has been opened, but only just, and new treasures will continually come to light.

The University of Wisconsin Mission

Each institution of the University of Wisconsin System shares in the mission of the system. The mission of this system is to develop human resources, to discover and disseminate knowledge, to extend knowledge and its application beyond the boundaries of its campuses, and to serve and stimulate society by developing in students heightened intellectual, cultural, and humane sensitivities; scientific, professional, and technological expertise; and a sense of purpose. Inherent in this mission are methods of instruction, research, extended education, and public service designed to educate people and improve the human condition. Basic to every purpose of the system is the search for truth.

Materials related to UW System History

  • The Challenge of Constantly Changing Times...
  • The Experimental College
  • Free Speech and its Relation to Self-Government
  • The History of Women at the University of Wisconsin
  • The University of Wisconsin: a History
  • Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Programs

University of Wisconsin Collection

When does an aggregation of "stories" become a "history"? The history of the University of Wisconsin is far too colorful and texture-rich to be told in a single document. Within these collections you will find images, manuscripts, papers, and books, all relating in some way to the University's mission. Each record speaks its own truth; each highl…
Image Source: Latin American Government class, 1932 from the History of UW-River Falls Collection

University of Wisconsin CollectionIn the Collection

  • Economics professor Larry Gomes faculty headshot
  • Lawrence F. Dahl with students
  • Chancellor Thomas K. Harden addresses gathering for the dedication of the Weidner Memorial Carillon
  • Library Mall, ca. 1905-1926
  • Group of students during a pie eating contest
  • Boy in costume bobbing for apples
  • Soil erosion on a farm
  • CitationInterview with Kenneth Smith
  • Speech and Hearing Clinic
  • Track
  • Drama rusher event attendees
  • Van Hise Dormitories, ca. 1928
  • Graduates at Camp Randall
  • Act providing for the location of a state normal school at the city of La Crosse
  • Helen L. Bunge, nursing
  • launch Browse the collection
  • This compilation (including design, introductory text, organization, and descriptive material) is copyrighted by University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents.

    This copyright is independent of any copyright on specific items within the collection. Because the University of Wisconsin Libraries generally do not own the rights to materials in these collections, please consult copyright or ownership information provided with individual items.

    Images, text, or other content downloaded from the collection may be freely used for non-profit educational and research purposes, or any other use falling within the purview of "Fair Use".

    In all other cases, please consult the terms provided with the item, or contact the Libraries.

Search Within

Permalink

https://digital.library.wisc.edu/1711.dl/UW

Copied!

In the collection

  • History of the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire
  • History of the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire – Barron County
  • History of the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay
  • History of the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay, Manitowoc Campus
  • History of the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay, Marinette Campus
  • History of the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay, Sheboygan Campus
  • History of the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
  • History of the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
  • History of the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee at Washington County
  • History of the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee at Waukesha
  • History of the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh
  • History of the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh, Fond du Lac Campus
  • History of the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh, Fox Valley Campus
  • History of the University of Wisconsin-Parkside
  • History of the University of Wisconsin-Platteville
  • History of the University of Wisconsin-Platteville Baraboo Sauk County
  • History of the University of Wisconsin-Platteville Richland
  • History of the University of Wisconsin-River Falls
  • History of the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point
  • History of the University of Wisconsin–Stevens Point at Marshfield
  • History of the University of Wisconsin-Stout
  • History of the University of Wisconsin-Superior
  • History of the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
  • History of the University of Wisconsin–Whitewater at Rock County
  • The History of Women at the University of Wisconsin
  • The University of Wisconsin: A History
  • UW-Madison Collection
  • Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Programs

Related content

  • The Antiquities of Wisconsin
  • Home Economics to Human Ecology: A Centennial History
  • Aldo Leopold Archives
  • Our first 50 years: the University of Wisconsin-Madison Arboretum 1934-1984
  • James Graaskamp Landmark Research Collection
  • The State of Wisconsin Collection
  • University of Wisconsin - Madison Botany Department Teaching Collection
  • Virginia M. Kline Collection: Ecological Communities of Wisconsin
  • University of Wisconsin Board of Regents Collection

Libraries

  • Accessibility
  • Copyright Statement
  • Policies
  • contact_mailContact Us

Feedback, questions, or accessibility issues: libraries@wisc.edu

Support Libraries volunteer_activism
Privacy Notice | © Board of Regents of the University of Wisconsin System

Keyboard Shortcuts

Close

Available anywhere

?
Shortcut help message
s
Highlight search box
esc
Close dialog

Available in search results

n
Next page
p
Previous page
f
Toggle filters
1-5
Open nth result on page