University of Wisconsin–Madison

Category: 2026

Badger Challenge: Celebrating 10 Years of Impact

This year marks a major milestone for Badger Challenge, the signature cycling, running, and walking event that has united Wisconsin’s community in the fight against cancer for a decade. What began as a small, cyclist-focused fundraiser has evolved into a statewide movement that has raised more than $5.4 million for groundbreaking cancer research at the …

Beyond the Beam: Dr. Steven Howard’s 27-Year Legacy of Care and Connection

When Dr. Steven Howard walked into a patient’s room, time seemed to slow down. “Patients absolutely loved him because he was so empathetic,” recalls Lori Hayes, a longtime colleague and retired clinical nurse specialist. “When he was in a room with them, he was present. It wasn’t like he was thinking about three other patients. …