Editorial Calendar

The annual editorial calendar aims to unify cross-campus storytelling using broad monthly themes tied to institutional strategic priorities. By sharing similar content at the same time, we’ll enhance the impact of our individual stories while contributing to a collective narrative.

Below are the current and upcoming themes. To view past calendars, visit our editorial calendar archive.

Editorial themes

wdt_ID wdt_created_by wdt_created_at wdt_last_edited_by wdt_last_edited_at Month Theme Editorial focus Examples Notable campus activities
18 ngonzales 16/06/2026 01:34 PM ngonzales 16/06/2026 01:34 PM November 2026 How UW Shapes the World
UW–Madison is committed to helping humanity better understand ourselves, each other and the world around us.		 Public service and creative pursuits essential to understanding the world

  • Impact of the arts and humanities on society

  • UW's tradition of public service

  • Native November #UWNativeNovember

  • National First-generation College Student Day (Nov. 8)

  • Veterans Day (Nov. 11) #UWVeterans
19 ngonzales 16/06/2026 01:36 PM ngonzales 16/06/2026 03:56 PM December 2026 Badgers in Action
UW–Madison prepares students for meaningful careers and fulfilling lives.		 Ready to lead

  • Workforce development (career preparation, job placement, entrepreneurship)

  • Experiential learning (internships, capstones)

  • Service/post-graduate experiences

  • Final Exams (Dec. 11–17)

  • Winter Commencement (Dec. 13) #UWGrad

As the central storytelling operation for UW–Madison, the Office of Strategic Communication seeks to tell stories that reflect campuswide priorities, engage a wide audience, and boost the university’s awareness and reputation.