Epinions Recent Reviews for University of Wisconsin-Madison

University of Wisconsin-Madison: The University from a Freshman's Viewpoint

Fri, 1 Jun 2007 17:22:33 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author madtown - I finished my freshman year at Madison and have had the full experience of what it is to be a badger. I attended a fairly good high school and was pretty successful graduating with above a 4.0. Many of my counselors though still told me I wouldn't get...

University of Wisconsin-Madison: Lifetime Love of UW Madison

Wed, 30 May 2007 10:31:38 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author uwalum - UW Madison has gotten even better and tougher academically since early 80's when I attended. But I regularly hire interns from UW as a business owner and speak at student organization on campus each year, and can offer some good perspective. Also have...

University of Wisconsin-Madison: You'll Love UW-Madison If You Let Yourself!

Mon, 9 May 2005 17:08:09 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author GoalSAH86 - I'm a Freshman at UW-Madison and I can perfectly describe to you the freshman experience. But first, a little background about myself: I was a crappy student in high school. I was in the BOTTOM 3rd of my class. The only reason why I am currently at...

University of Wisconsin-Madison: University of Wisconsin-Madison: Top academics and probably the most beautiful campus in the country.

Sun, 19 Oct 2003 22:16:10 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author jvandegr - My Background I completed a Bachelor of Science degree at UW-Madison in the mid 90's. After completing a Master of Arts degree at Oh
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University, I returned to Madison to work on my Ph.D. During this time,...

University of Wisconsin-Madison: My $12,000 Cover Charge

Thu, 4 Oct 2001 04:13:11 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author nifer - My poor, dear 'ol dad. He so did not want me to go to this school. You see, we had a deal -- as long as I was attending school (and had his last name -- that will be important to know for a yet-to-be-written review), I'd have a place to live, and...

University of Wisconsin-Madison: So you want to be an Art Major...(U.W.)

Sat, 12 May 2001 03:36:12 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author Nini23 - WHERE ITS AT...HUMANITIES (CONFUSED) The University of Wisconsin's art program is based in the urban legend Humanities Hall. Legend has it that the architecturist committed suicide when he realized Humanities was built incorrectly and jumped off the...

University of Wisconsin-Madison: College Defined

Tue, 9 Jan 2001 03:29:10 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author French2DO - I recently visited the University of Madison-Wisconson for a weekend and made up my mind instantly. I knew Madison was the right place for me. I was lucky enough to have a high school buddy who was attending madison show me around campus and give me...

University of Wisconsin-Madison: Wisconsin ain't just full of cows!

Wed, 20 Dec 2000 20:41:21 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author Grruel - Recently I went to visit the University of Wisconsin at Madison with my daughter Kara who is thinking about going there and boy! that place is great!

Being a New Yorker and working in the fast acting business world I didn't even consider...

University of Wisconsin-Madison: Arboretum: The Great Campus Unknown

Thu, 30 Nov 2000 15:16:42 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author UWSam81 - While I am about to finish only my 3rd semester of school at UW-Madison, I believe I have found one of the greatest secrets that is well... sort of on-campus but sort of off-campus--the Arboretum. For anyone who want to escape the city, but does not...

University of Wisconsin-Madison: Who's having a good time?

Mon, 27 Nov 2000 16:27:25 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author colindowell - As with most good things in life it is only in hindsight that they are truly appreciated. While attending the University of Wisconsin – Madison I had the normal ups and downs. Freshman year could have been better (my dorm, for some reason, let 20...

University of Wisconsin-Madison: Business is the place to Be!

Mon, 27 Nov 2000 02:42:47 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author marathon87 - As a student in the Business school, I can tell you that their staff is competent, their classes are excellent, and their extracurriculars are wonderful!

The staff, from the Grad students who teach some of the lower level courses to the academic...

University of Wisconsin-Madison: Fun and educational? You bet!

Mon, 27 Nov 2000 02:33:15 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author marathon87 - The University of Wisconsin Madison is a great place not only for academics, but to meet a new and diverse group of people, to get involved, and have fun!

UW offers a wide range of majors, which allow even the extremely undecided to explore and find...

University of Wisconsin-Madison: How To Survive on Cafeteria Food

Tue, 21 Nov 2000 04:10:37 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author jnsw98 - I am currently a senior at the UW-Madison. I lived in the resident halls for two years as an undergrad and now I am a housefellow (an RA.) Since I've been eating at Pop's Club and Ed's Express I've picked up on a couple tips to pass on to incomers...

University of Wisconsin-Madison: Microbiology Graduate Program

Sun, 8 Oct 2000 18:14:21 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author divka - I had an extremely positive experience during the admissions process to graduate school. Madison was one of the few schools that didn't try to place the admissions game that has become standard in biological fields. At most schools, you submit an...

University of Wisconsin-Madison: Freedom From Choice

Thu, 28 Sep 2000 23:57:30 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author BadgerFan - I currently attend UW-Madison, a wonderful University with a great campus. I am convinced that UW has the most liberal campus in the United States. This is one of the few things that bothers me about UW. Right in the middle of campus we have Memorial...

University of Wisconsin-Madison: A good school for the right person

Thu, 24 Aug 2000 15:28:05 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author SrGuapo - With a new school year ahead, and a new round of freshmen getting exciting about coming to Madison, I figure now is a good time to write a review of the college experience at the University of Wisconsin.

Let me first point out some of the good...

University of Wisconsin-Madison: Well, poseidon's a litter bitter eh?

Fri, 11 Aug 2000 14:11:24 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author alpeter3 - To Poseidon,

I'm truly sorry that you felt so threatened by the people at the university of Wisconsin-Madison. I'll admit it is an intimidating place if you let it get to you. I myself have felt oppressed sometimes at my stay here, but the...

University of Wisconsin-Madison: Princeton House (the unknown private alternative)

Mon, 7 Aug 2000 03:57:06 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author brmanker - Did you apply too late to live at the state dorms!? *Foolish freshman!* Don't despair! Have I got an epinion for you, *albeit an epinion with a hearty slathering of marketed material*...

Why live at rowdy, strangely-named state dorms when...

University of Wisconsin-Madison: Engineering School Dropout

Fri, 4 Aug 2000 02:01:04 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author patrickje - I attended the University of Wisconsin - Madison College of Engineering from 1994 - 1997. My intended major when I dropped out was a double major in Computer Engineering/Math.

I was a little different from most of the students when I started...

University of Wisconsin-Madison: Loved Slichter Hall!

Fri, 14 Jul 2000 14:42:42 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author BadgerGirl - I absolutely loved living in the dorms and I'm so glad that I did for the first two years of my college career. There was always someone around and something going on. I had two great roommates (fortunate, I know) and two very good housefellows. I...

University of Wisconsin-Madison: Cold and Unwelcoming

Mon, 26 Jun 2000 09:44:15 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author lernerj - Many say that visiting the departments you are considering gives you a feel for whether it's the right place for you--and they are right! When considering departments of sociology for my PhD work, I visited Wisconsin among others. Wisconsin really...

University of Wisconsin-Madison: Wisconsin is a superb place to attend college.

Wed, 21 Jun 2000 14:45:37 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author frankr - I selected UW in 1971 after visiting several of the Big 10 schools. The campus was the nicest by far and the atmosphere was very alive. I also looked at Michigan, Ohio State, Indiana, Illinois, and Purdue. I was coming from NJ and never had been west...

University of Wisconsin-Madison: lakeshore dorms are the best!

Sat, 3 Jun 2000 09:18:43 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author gayexlibris - Applying early for housing at this university is a definite must. As it is, you can only rate your choices in a 1-10 fashion, and that is vague enough. But the earlier you get your application in for housing, the more likely you will get your pick of...

University of Wisconsin-Madison: fabulous school!

Fri, 2 Jun 2000 12:59:19 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author gayexlibris -

Note: This is a GRADUATE program, and the stats below reflect that.

I graduated last month from the School of Library and Information Studies at UW-Madison. It was one of the most rewarding experiences of my life. Not only did I get a...

University of Wisconsin-Madison: 10,000 Ways to Pass Your Time (other than studying)

Tue, 30 May 2000 01:43:19 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author jnsw98 - Everyone who has ever talked to a High School Guidance Counselor knows how important it is to "get involved!" In high school you get involved so it will look good for college and so in college you get involved so it will look good for real...