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Alumni College
Alumni College is now sold out for 2025. If you’d like to be added to our wait list if spots open up, please contact us at [email protected].
This year’s Alumni College retreat is a celebration of lifelong learning. Gather with fellow alumni and friends to hear presentations from UW–Madison faculty and experts who are changing the world, one discovery at a time. Then explore the outdoor activities available at Red Crown Lodge. Browse the sections below to learn more about this informative, all-inclusive weekend getaway in the beautiful Wisconsin Northwoods.
Register by May 23.
What You Can Expect
In addition to a picturesque location, this exclusive weekend getaway includes all food and beverages, presentations by UW faculty, relaxation opportunities, and more. For information about each day’s activities, please see the full schedule below.
2024 Alumni College Attendees
Full Schedule
| Sunday, June 1 | |
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| 3–5 p.m. | Check-in |
| 5:30 p.m. | Reception |
| Monday, June 2 | |
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| 7:30 a.m. | Breakfast buffet |
| 10:15 a.m. | First UW faculty speaker |
| 12 p.m. | Lunch |
| 1:30 p.m. | Second UW faculty speaker |
| 3–4:30 p.m. |
At your leisure; Pontoon boat rides |
| 5:30 p.m. | Reception |
| 6:30 p.m. | Dinner |
| 8 p.m. | Campfire and s’mores |
| Tuesday, June 3 | |
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| 7:30–9:30 a.m. | Breakfast buffet |
| 8 a.m. | Yoga session (optional) |
| 10:15 a.m. | Third UW faculty speaker |
| 12 p.m. | Lunch |
| 1:30 p.m. | Fourth UW faculty speaker |
| 3–4:30 p.m |
At your leisure; Pontoon boat rides |
| 5:30 p.m. | Reception |
| 6:30 p.m. | Dinner |
| 8 p.m. | Campfire and s’mores |
| Wednesday, June 4 | |
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| 8:30 a.m. | Brunch buffet |
| 10 a.m. | Checkout |
Schedule and activities subject to change
Cost per Person
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$1,900 single-occupancy room (includes lodging for three nights for one person)
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$1,800 double-occupancy room (includes lodging for three nights for one person)
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$1,000 for commuters (does not include lodging)
Alumni College is an exclusive event for Wisconsin Alumni Association (WAA) members. Not a member? Learn more about the benefits of WAA membership and join the community where Badgers belong!
Event registrants must review the Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association’s event participation waiver prior to registration, including its liability release and waiver agreement. Read the full text of the releases and waivers.
The Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association will hold this event in accordance with all local public health guidance. Mask usage is welcome but not required. Participants who are sick are asked to stay home to help keep our Badger community safe and healthy. If conditions require a change to this event, you will be notified via email or phone call.