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Visiting the Visitor Center

What to expect during your visit at the visitor center.

A UW student will be at the front desk to help you with any questions when you visit during in-person office hours. Please note that many offices and buildings on campus are still closed and/or operating remotely. If there is a specific office/department that you would like to connect with, we are happy to provide you with their contact information!

Campus Tours

If you are you looking to register for an  in-person campus tour , you can sign up  here ! For any questions about in-person campus tours, please contact our  Office of Admissions , either through  phone or email ( [email protected] ).

Office policies

As part of our COVID-19 Prevention Plan, we have implemented additional office policies to ensure the safety of our visitors, students, staff, and faculty.

Anyone not following these COVID-19 prevention policies, may be asked to leave the Visitor Center office.

Feeling sick? Stay home!

• If you are sick or  experiencing mild symptoms of illness  (even if you are fully vaccinated), you are not permitted in the Visitor Center office.
• We will be happy to assist you with your question(s) through phone (206-543-9198) or email ( [email protected] ).

Face coverings

• Face coverings are recommended indoors regardless of vaccination status with the exception of settings where face coverings are required (e.g., UW Shuttles, heathcare, and patient care activities).
• While not required in most indoor settings , face coverings remain an important intervention against respiratory illnesses of all kinds and offer an additional layer of protection. Some people may choose to wear a mask out of consideration for people who may be at high risk in public settings, or if they want to further reduce their own risk for any reason. Please remember that individuals may need to or choose to wear — or not wear — masks for a wide range of reasons. Thank you for respecting those needs and choices.
• Please refer to the UW Face Covering Policy for additional details and FAQ.   

Physical distancing and room capacity

• Based on state guidance, UW has lifted both indoor and outdoor distancing and COVID-19 capacity requirements, though distancing is still recommended for unvaccinated individuals.

Cleaning and disinfecting

• Our custodial team cleans the office weekly. Additional cleaning throughout the day is in place with an emphasis on highly touched surfaces.

Hand sanitizer and cleaning station

• A hand sanitizer dispenser is available at the entrance of the Visitor Center office. A cleaning station with additional supplies and PPE is also available for visitors to use prior to entering the office.

Food and drink

• Food and drink can only be consumed outside of the Visitor Center office.

Access to the office

The Visitor Center office is located on the ground floor of  Odegaard Undergraduate Library . You can only  enter the ground floor through the west entrance and the south entrance.

• The entrances are only open during business hours. Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
• Learn more about getting to campus  here !
• Paid parking is available through the University of Washington with an option for  touchless payment by phone . Learn more about parking  here .

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Feel the magic of UW–Madison. Bustling pedestrian malls lead to serene lakeside views, and modern facilities blend in comfortably with historic landmarks. The city’s vibrant arts scene attracts the world’s top talent, and changing seasons regularly afford unexpected experiences. Come see for yourself.

Find a visit option that’s right for you

Whether you join us in person or from the comforts of home, you can experience all that UW–Madison has to offer. Check out our many options for exploring campus.

Campus events for prospective students

Explore UW–Madison through a variety of events specifically for prospective and admitted undergraduate students and their guests. Choose from open houses, admissions information sessions, campus tours, transfer visit days, academic-specific sessions, and more.

Specialty group campus tours

Campus walking tours are available for school and adult groups visiting campus. Discover UW–Madison’s history, traditions, academic excellence, campus landmarks, dynamic and diverse student life, and more.

Cultural landscape tour

The First Nations Cultural Landscape Tour provides an introduction to the 12,000 years of human history along the shores of Lake Mendota and the relationship between the Native Nations and Teejop (the area now known as Madison).

Virtual events for prospective students

Experience UW–Madison from afar by joining a virtual information session, campus tour, and discussion session about your interests inside and outside of the classroom. In a Q&A panel, learn what it’s really like to be a Badger from a current student.

Visual tour of campus and the city

Embark on an immersive visual tour of UW–Madison, previewing life as a student. Get a firsthand glimpse of facilities, scenic spots, academic spaces, and more.

Madison through the seasons

From vibrant fall foliage along the lakeshores to winter wonderlands draped in snow, this comprehensive journey captures our city’s ever-changing beauty throughout the year.

Take a student-led tour using our app

Discover UW–Madison using our free mobile app featuring a student-led narrated tour. The tour includes information about buildings, academics, transportation, housing, and all things surrounding the student experience.

• Download iOS app
• Download Android app
• Learn more about the app

Explore our favorite places on campus

Find something fun to do.

• Find an event

Ready to visit? Start building your itinerary

Transportation.

UW–Madison is located in the capital city of Madison, in south-central Wisconsin. Dane County Regional Airport (MSN), on Madison’s northeast side, provides regional and national air service to and from Madison. Additionally, long distance intercity bus services provide scheduled service to and from Madison, connecting to Milwaukee and Chicago airports and to Amtrak in Chicago.

• Travel by bus
• Fly into Madison

UW–Madison offers accommodations for guests attending university-related functions or conducting university business. Check individual websites for current rates and guest eligibility guidelines.

• Wisconsin Union Hotel
• The Fluno Center for Executive Education

Discounted private hotel partner options are also available for campus visitors at the DoubleTree by Hilton Madison Downtown (15% discount) and Hyatt Place (20% discount). Campus visitor rates are based on availability. If available, the discount will appear for your designated travel dates.

• DoubleTree by Hilton Madison Downtown
• Hyatt Place

Looking for more options? Destination Madison has complete listings. Availability may be limited when there are large events and conventions being held in the city or on campus.

Where to park

Visitor parking is available in university garages and in city-run ramps and lots. Please note that parking on or near campus is limited. Give yourself 45–60 minutes to park and arrive at your destination. Street parking near campus is usually restricted to two hours.

• Real-time parking availability
• Visitor parking rates
• Accessible parking options

Where should I park when visiting campus?

Hourly parking is available in campus gated lots (garages/ramps) and some surface lots on campus. The campus map shows locations of public parking on campus , including a realtime count of open spots in each public lot.

You can also check online for current parking availability in campus ramps and garages, or visit the Transportation Services drive-through location at 21 North Park St. upon arrival.

If you plan to visit a welcome center, we recommend the following campus parking lots:

• Union South - Lot 17 , Lot 20 , or Lot 80
• Discovery Building - Lot 17 , Lot 20 , or Lot 80
• Memorial Union - Lot 6

What options are available to avoid parking on campus?

Consider door-to-door service by taking a taxi, shuttle, or ridesharing service to your destination.

While on campus, get around for free on the campus circulator bus (routes 80, 81, 82, or 84). Routes 80 and 84 provide daytime service, and routes 80, 81, and 82 provide nighttime service. Find information about routes and schedules on the bus page .

If you prefer to park off campus, a full list of city parking options are available on the City of Madison website .

Who can I contact with parking questions?

If you have questions, check out the visitor parking help center or contact Transportation Services .

Places to eat

Campus and the surrounding Madison area offer a wide selection of dining options.

• Campus dining
• Madison restaurants

Campus information

If you have any questions or need assistance, Campus and Visitor Relations is available to help.

• Welcome centers
• Visitor guides & publications
• Submit a question

Are you searching for something specific?

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This search returns up to five matches as you type. The matches can be found immediately after the search input field.

• Admissions & Aid
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Feel the magic of UW–Madison. Bustling pedestrian malls lead to serene lakeside views, and modern facilities blend in comfortably with historic landmarks. The city’s vibrant arts scene attracts the world’s top talent, and changing seasons regularly afford unexpected experiences. Come see for yourself.

Find a visit option that’s right for you

Whether you join us in person or from the comforts of home, you can experience all that UW–Madison has to offer. Check out our many options for exploring campus.

Campus events for prospective students

Explore UW–Madison through a variety of events specifically for prospective and admitted undergraduate students and their guests. Choose from open houses, admissions information sessions, campus tours, transfer visit days, academic-specific sessions, and more.

Specialty group campus tours

Campus walking tours are available for school and adult groups visiting campus. Discover UW–Madison’s history, traditions, academic excellence, campus landmarks, dynamic and diverse student life, and more.

Cultural landscape tour

The First Nations Cultural Landscape Tour provides an introduction to the 12,000 years of human history along the shores of Lake Mendota and the relationship between the Native Nations and Teejop (the area now known as Madison).

Virtual events for prospective students

Experience UW–Madison from afar by joining a virtual information session, campus tour, and discussion session about your interests inside and outside of the classroom. In a Q&A panel, learn what it’s really like to be a Badger from a current student.

Visual tour of campus and the city

Embark on an immersive visual tour of UW–Madison, previewing life as a student. Get a firsthand glimpse of facilities, scenic spots, academic spaces, and more.

Madison through the seasons

From vibrant fall foliage along the lakeshores to winter wonderlands draped in snow, this comprehensive journey captures our city’s ever-changing beauty throughout the year.

Take a student-led tour using our app

Discover UW–Madison using our free mobile app featuring a student-led narrated tour. The tour includes information about buildings, academics, transportation, housing, and all things surrounding the student experience.

• Download iOS app
• Download Android app
• Learn more about the app

Explore our favorite places on campus

Find something fun to do.

• Find an event

Ready to visit? Start building your itinerary

Transportation.

UW–Madison is located in the capital city of Madison, in south-central Wisconsin. Dane County Regional Airport (MSN), on Madison’s northeast side, provides regional and national air service to and from Madison. Additionally, long distance intercity bus services provide scheduled service to and from Madison, connecting to Milwaukee and Chicago airports and to Amtrak in Chicago.

• Travel by bus
• Fly into Madison

UW–Madison offers accommodations for guests attending university-related functions or conducting university business. Check individual websites for current rates and guest eligibility guidelines.

• Wisconsin Union Hotel
• The Fluno Center for Executive Education

Discounted private hotel partner options are also available for campus visitors at the DoubleTree by Hilton Madison Downtown (15% discount) and Hyatt Place (20% discount). Campus visitor rates are based on availability. If available, the discount will appear for your designated travel dates.

• DoubleTree by Hilton Madison Downtown
• Hyatt Place

Looking for more options? Destination Madison has complete listings. Availability may be limited when there are large events and conventions being held in the city or on campus.

Where to park

Visitor parking is available in university garages and in city-run ramps and lots. Please note that parking on or near campus is limited. Give yourself 45–60 minutes to park and arrive at your destination. Street parking near campus is usually restricted to two hours.

• Real-time parking availability
• Visitor parking rates
• Accessible parking options

Where should I park when visiting campus?

Hourly parking is available in campus gated lots (garages/ramps) and some surface lots on campus. The campus map shows locations of public parking on campus , including a realtime count of open spots in each public lot.

You can also check online for current parking availability in campus ramps and garages, or visit the Transportation Services drive-through location at 21 North Park St. upon arrival.

If you plan to visit a welcome center, we recommend the following campus parking lots:

• Union South - Lot 17 , Lot 20 , or Lot 80
• Discovery Building - Lot 17 , Lot 20 , or Lot 80
• Memorial Union - Lot 6

What options are available to avoid parking on campus?

Consider door-to-door service by taking a taxi, shuttle, or ridesharing service to your destination.

While on campus, get around for free on the campus circulator bus (routes 80, 81, 82, or 84). Routes 80 and 84 provide daytime service, and routes 80, 81, and 82 provide nighttime service. Find information about routes and schedules on the bus page .

If you prefer to park off campus, a full list of city parking options are available on the City of Madison website .

Who can I contact with parking questions?

If you have questions, check out the visitor parking help center or contact Transportation Services .

Places to eat

Campus and the surrounding Madison area offer a wide selection of dining options.

• Campus dining
• Madison restaurants

Campus information

If you have any questions or need assistance, Campus and Visitor Relations is available to help.

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• Submit a question

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Students admitted to the UW now have until June 1 to commit, a result of FAFSA delays. We anticipate that financial aid offers will be sent in late April or early May.

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Our tour guides know uw.

What’s it really like to be a student at the UW? Our tour guides can tell you. Join us for a Husky Hangout , and connect with two current UW students for a 30-minute virtual hangout (Zoom) to get your student life questions answered. Can’t make a Hangout? Email [email protected] , and a tour guide will reply.

For questions about the admissions process, join us for an online freshman information session .

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Campus Tours

Main content, in-person campus tours, tuesdays, wednesdays, & thursdays at 12:30 p.m..

See our beautiful 46-acre campus in the heart of Downtown Tacoma. Our tours are student-led and take you through our historic brick buildings and state of the art classrooms. 

Self-guided Online Campus Tours

Take your own virtual campus tour whenever you like with our interactive campus map. Click on a building to see photos and learn more and hear from our students and faculty in short video presentations.

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Campus Tours

Guided tours are filled with facts and what to expect from your academic and student life. You’ll also meet with an admissions representative. Preview programs include a campus tour and meeting with folks from student services offices, admissions, academic departments, and possibly current students.

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TOURS OF UW-WHITEWATER

We think you'll love it here. The best way to find out if UW-Whitewater is a fit for you is to spend some time on our southeastern Wisconsin campus.

We're excited to show you and your family around acres of green spaces and gardens, academic buildings, residence halls, sports complexes, and other UW-Whitewater campus highlights. 

EXPERIENCE OUR UNIVERSITY

Self-Guided Tour

Whether you are visiting us on a day when a regular tour isn't available or you'd like to go at your own pace, we hope downloading this guide will serve you well.

Virtual College Tour

Get a glimpse of campus from wherever you are.

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How to visit UW-Whitewater

• WHITEWATER CAMPUS
• ROCK COUNTY CAMPUS

Campus tours allow you to see everyday college life in action. Here are a few ways to tour our Whitewater Campus. 

General Campus Visits

Daily campus tours.

UW-Whitewater campus tours are led by friendly, knowledgeable Warhawks who love sharing all UW-Whitewater has to offer. We offer tours of our Whitewater campus most weekdays and the occasional Saturday. This experience will last about 2 hours, including a brief presentation by an admissions counselor followed by a walking tour.

Book your daily tour

Warhawk Preview Days

This exciting program allows you to explore what it means to be a Warhawk! Meet with representatives from our academic colleges, explore our many areas of campus support, and learn about how to apply to UW-Whitewater. You’ll also hear from our current Warhawks as you experience a campus tour. Formal programming will run from 8:30 am – 1:30 pm with optional activities to follow.

Dates: April 26, June 21, July 26

Register for a Warhawk Preview Day

Group Tours

Schedule a group tour with us! Bring your group of ten or more to visit UW-Whitewater to learn more about our University, our academic programs, college life, and take a tour! Group tours can be crafted to fit your specific needs.

Schedule a Group Tour

Campus tours allow you to see everyday college life in action. Here are a few ways to tour our Rock County Campus.

URock Preview Days

URock Preview Days allow you to explore what it means to be a Warhawk at the UW-Whitewater at Rock County campus! Meet with faculty and staff, learn more about our majors and minors including the Edgewood BSN and UW-Platteville Engineering Program, explore our many areas of campus support and on-campus housing opportunities, and learn about how to apply here at URock. You will also enjoy hearing from our current Warhawks as you experience a campus tour. 

Register for a URock Preview Day

Tuesday Tours at Two

Each week at 2 p.m., we offer tours of our Rock County campus led by a knowledgeable Warhawk.  Bring a parent, friend or sibling if you wish. To take a tour, either stop by the campus any Tuesday at 2 p.m., call the Warhawk Solution Center at 608-758-6541 or email [email protected]. We'll ask for a few questions about your interests to help us tailor your needs. 

Register for a Tuesday Tour @ 2

URock Group Tours

Schedule a group tour at UW-Whitewater at Rock County. Learn more about our university, academic programs (including the Edgewood BSN and UW-Platteville Engineering Program), college life, and take a tour. Group tours are great for high schools, community clubs, and local business and organization. Tours can be crafted to fit your needs.  

Register for a URock Group Tour

Campus Videos

Further explore UW-Whitewater at Rock County and all the opportunities we have to offer our students.

Virtual Visit Experiences

Virtual tour (self-guided).

Take a virtual tour today and let our friendly tour guide show you around campus, as you browse on your computer or mobile device. You’ll hit some of the most popular places on campus, from bustling recreation spaces to bright and airy learning facilities — and you’ll also see what our campus looks like as the seasons.

Take the Virtual Tour »

Virtual Information Session and Tour with a Warhawk

Take a tour of the Whitewater campus from where you are! First, you’ll learn about academics, campus support, how to apply and Next Steps after admission at UW-Whitewater from our admissions team. Then, tour UW-Whitewater with a knowledgeable Warhawk who loves sharing all UW-Whitewater has to offer. You can also interact with us and ask questions using the chat function on your screen!

Dates: 2May 2     

Register for a Virtual Tour with a Warhawk »

Virtual Student Panel

Join current Warhawks as they discuss what it is like to be a student at UW-Whitewater and answer any questions that you have.

Dates: April 17 

Register for a Virtual Student Panel »  

If you have questions about applying to UW-Whitewater, contact us »

• PREPARE FOR YOUR TOUR
• EXPLORE WHITEWATER

Planning to visit campus? Here are a few resources to help you find your way:

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Where to Stay Near Campus

While you’re close to campus, you might also want to check out our hometown of Whitewater, as well as explore more of southeastern Wisconsin. Our region is filled with lakes, prairies, forests — and plenty of outdoor recreation opportunities.

Discover Whitewater — Official Website

Kettle Moraine State Forest

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 Visit UW Oshkosh

The best way to experience UW Oshkosh is by visiting campus. We offer a variety of options from daily visits to in-depth Titan Preview events. Come discover what makes the Titan community special.

These events are a great opportunity to go beyond a campus tour and information session. You will attend special in-depth presentations and connect directly with our faculty so that you can explore more about the things that matter most to you.

Wednesday, July 10 – Titan Preview (All Majors) Thursday, July 11 – Titan Preview (All Majors)

Campus Visit

Your visit includes a group presentation followed by a student-led walking campus tour. Select Saturday opportunities are available during the school year.

Click here to schedule your campus visit! 

High School Group Visits

An on-campus experience for high school groups. An opportunity for students to see and hear directly from UWO what you have already been telling them. Whether it’s a students first experience on a college campus or not, our visits are personalized (when able) and have something to take away for everyone!

Visit this page for more information and to submit your request.

Join a Webinar

Join one of our webinars, where you can connect with UWO and learn more about specialized topics.

Wednesday, April 24 at 7 p.m. – Class of 2025 College Prep

Virtual visit

Connect with UWO online by taking a campus tour or joining us for a virtual information session.

Take an interactive virtual tour Watch an aerial tour video Go on a self-guided walking tour

GET DIRECTIONS

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135 Dempsey Hall

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(920) 424-3164

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M-F, 7:45 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

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ORIENTATION AND ACADEMIC ADVISING NEXT STEPS

• Student ID number is required, located on your acceptance letter. (This is your official log on for all UWSP accounts.) Contact Information Technology: 715-346-4357,  [email protected] , with questions
• All first-year students are required to take both math (version A) and English placement tests. World language placement tests are optional (French, Spanish or German).
• You should use your UWSP login information to sign up.
• Testing must be completed at least two weeks before your virtual academic advising and registration appointment. Please see the  testing services website  for retake options.

WATCH THE COLLEGE TOUR NOW

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Hear from 10 UW-Stevens Point students as they share their stories during The College Tour, an award-winning TV series, produced to help make education fun, relatable and accessible. Whether you are a first-generation student, love learning in the great outdoors or are ready to make the world a more sustainable place, UW-Stevens Point students share stories and values similar to YOU! Learn more from our current students during UW-Stevens Point’s episode.

CAMPUS VISITS

Stevens Point

Virtual Visits

GROUP VISIT

We are excited you would like to bring a group to UW-Stevens Point! Please complete the group visit request form below and our office will work to accommodate your visit request.

Prior to completing the form, please note we require all groups to follow the one (1) chaperone for every ten (10) students ratio policy.

We’re sure you’ll love it here. Come see for yourself.

Campus visit staff.

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Our Polytechnic Advantage

Campus tours, in this section, discover uw-stout's polytechnic advantage..

Register Now For A Campus Tour

Schedule your preferred campus tour experience.

Academic campus tours, exploratory campus tours, admitted student events, academic program visit experience.

Join us for an academic-focused campus visit! This type of visit will last between 3-4 hours. 

Please Note: Academic Program Visits are available during the academic year only. Our last offerings of spring semester will be Wednesday, May 1.  Fall semester Academic Program Visits will begin on Monday, September 9, 2024 .

Career Cluster & Day:

• Art, Design & Graphics | Mondays
• Human & Social Sciences + Pre-Law | Tuesdays
• Educatio n | Tuesdays
• Business & Management | Wednesdays
• Information Technology & Communications | Wednesdays
• Science, Engineering & Math + Pre-Health Sciences | Thursdays

Learn More & Register

• Check-in: We'll provide a bag of information and refreshments upon arrival.
• Career Cluster-focused Admissions Presentation: Learn about Stout's polytechnic approach, majors within the career cluster, involvement opportunities, and application process.
• Campus Tour: Take a student-led walking tour of campus.
• Academic Meeting and/or Facility Tour: This varies depending on the major - you may meet with a faculty member or student ambassador, or you may take a specialized tour focused on your major of interest.
• Optional Lunch: A complimentary meal ticket for the Merle Price Commons is offered to the student and one guest (additional may be purchased).  

Campus Preview & Transfer Days

Join us for Campus Preview & Transfer Day at UW-Stout, where prospective students can explore everything we have to offer in a single day. Undecided on a major? This event is the perfect opportunity to explore your options!

• Friday, April 26, 2024
• Friday, August 2, 2024

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• Check-in: We'll provide a bag of information and breakfast items upon arrival.
• Campus Resource Fair: Featuring information from various departments across campus such as Housing, Dining, and Financial Aid
• Admissions Presentation: Learn about Stout's polytechnic approach, majors, involvement opportunities, and application process.
• Student Panel: Get your questions answered during this Q&A style panel with current students.
• Academic Expo: Explore your major options and connect with academic faculty and/or student ambassadors! (Offered during the academic year only. The Academic Expo is not included during summer events).
• Transfer Student Meetings:  Credits, Transfer Resources, and Next Steps
• Optional Lunch*: A complimentary meal ticket for the Merle Price Commons is offered to the student and one guest (additional may be purchased). *Offered during the academic year only. The Merle Price Commons is not open during summer events.

Discover Stout Visit Experience

Join us for a general admissions overview and student-guided walking tour! You'll hear from admissions counselors and current UW-Stout students who will personally guide you through campus and share everything you need to know about life at Stout.

Register Now

• Check-in:  We'll provide a bag of information and refreshments upon arrival.
• Admissions Presentation:  Learn about Stout's polytechnic approach, majors, involvement opportunities, and application process.
• Campus Tour:  Take a student-led walking tour of campus.

Stout Saturdays

These events are comprehensive visit programs - hosted on Saturdays - where you and other prospective students spend a day learning what UW-Stout has to offer! During Stout Saturdays, you'll immerse yourself in our interactive campus environment, get a feel for student life, and discover the many resources and facilities that support our commitment to career-focused, polytechnic education.

  Dates

• Saturday, April 27, 2024
• Saturday, July 27, 2024
• Transfer Student Meetings:  Credits, Transfer Resources, and Next Steps

Quick Stop Saturdays

This visit caters to those short on time! We will get you in and out with the most critical information. This visit will last under 2 hours and includes a general admissions session and campus walking tour only. Space is a bit more limited for this style of visit, so make sure to register ahead of time!

• Saturday, April 6, 2024
• Saturday, August 10, 2024
• 9:15 a.m. Check-in: We'll provide a bag of information and refreshments upon arrival.
• 9:30 a.m. Abbreviated Admissions Presentation:   Learn about Stout's polytechnic approach, majors, involvement opportunities, and application process.
• 10 a.m. Campus Tour:  Take a student-led walking tour of campus.

Admitted Student Day

Want to be sure that UW-Stout is right for you? Attend our decision day specifically for admitted first-year students. During our program you will dive a little deeper into what UW-Stout is all about, so you can make your final college decision and complete your next steps toward enrollment. 

Note: This program is designed to help you learn more about UW-Stout. Students are not able to register for classes during this program.  

• 8:30 a.m. Registration & Resource Fair: We'll provide a bag of information and breakfast items upon arrival. 
• 9 a.m. Welcome & Overview
• 9:45 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. Morning Sessions/Presentations: Students and their family members/supporters will separate during this time for unique content to learn more about UW-Stout.
• 11:15 a.m. - 12 p.m. Academic Expo: Explore majors and connect with academic faculty and/or student ambassadors!
• 12 p.m. Lunch & optional facility or housing tours: A complimentary meal ticket for the Merle Price Commons is offered to the student and one guest (additional may be purchased).
• 1:30 p.m. Dining Overview
• 2 p.m. Closing Remarks
• 2:15 p.m. Campus Tour (Optional): If you haven't already toured campus, you are welcome to take a student-led walking tour prior to departure.

Group Visits to UW-Stout

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Get fully immersed in life as a UWL Eagle! This day-long event (9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.) covers the ins and outs of our campus community, from academic programs to student life. Explore career interests in academic sessions, learn about UWL organizations and offices at the resource fair, hear from a panel of current students, and take a campus tour. This is our most comprehensive visit option and a great way to plan for your future at UWL. Campus Close-Up is offered five times a year between October and April. View a sample agenda here .    

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The Senior Snapshot is for our high school seniors admitted for fall 2024! Get a quick 15-minute review of your next steps followed by a 75-minute campus tour. If you are a senior and looking for a more in depth visit, please consider signing up for a Campus Close-Up or Admission Information Session + Walking Tour of Campus.

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Meet one-on-one with an admissions counselor to learn about UWL, the application process, admissions guidelines, and campus resources.  This personalized appointment is an opportunity to discuss all of your questions. 

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A Vanguard tour guide will provide an in-depth walking tour of campus. Receive a current UWL student’s perspective, learn how UWL students get involved on and off campus, and learn about the various resources UWL provides to ensure student success. 

Elevate your experience. Schedule an individual appointment with one of our admissions counselors in conjunction with your walking tour. 

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Learn about the city of La Crosse, campus life, student resources, the application process, admissions guidelines, and the cost of attendance in a group setting. A Vanguard tour guide will provide an in-depth walking tour of campus following the presentation.

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Milwaukee Area Pop-Up visits are held around the Milwaukee area. Take this opportunity to meet with an admissions counselor and learn more about the UWL campus, application process, and next steps.

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This month, Madison College students have the opportunity to meet virtually with a UW-La Crosse transfer admissions counselor for a pre-transfer advising session. Learn about the admission process and plan your Madison College courses to ensure transferability and applicability to the UWL degree you plan to pursue.

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From the North (Hwy. 53):  If traveling south on Highway 53 (go over I-90 at Exit 4). Follow Highway 157 to Highway 16. Turn right on Highway 16. Drive 3.5 miles and turn right on La Crosse Street and then left on East Avenue to campus. 

From the West (I-90):  Exit Interstate I-90 at Exit 3 onto US 53 South. Drive 3.9 miles and turn left on La Crosse Street; continue for 1.1 miles and turn right on East Avenue to Campus.

From the East (I-90):  Travelers heading west to La Crosse on Interstate I-90 exit at Onalaska-La Crosse Highway 16 (Exit 5). Turn left onto Highway 16. Drive 4.8 miles and right on La Crosse Street and then left on East Avenue to campus. From the South:  Highway 14, 61, and 35 enter the city on the south. Follow the green "UW-La Crosse" signs north on Losey Boulevard to Highway 16 (3.0 miles). Turn left on La Crosse Street and then left on East Avenue to campus. 

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Nursing Students from Tokyo Visited the University of Washington

A group of nursing students from the Tokyo Medical and Dental University (TMDU) visited the University of Washington (UW) Bothell and Seattle as their study abroad program. They spent about two weeks in the Pacific Northwest to experience what it is like to be a student at UW and learn about the healthcare system in the United States.

Hiroki Hirai is a Ph.D. student at TMDU supervised by Dr. Akiko Kondo, professor of nursing at TMDU. Hirai’s research interests include DEI (Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion) issues, particularly in the LGBTQ+ community. He visited the Office of Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion at UW Bothell and learned about their service. He also talked to Dr. Ching-In Chen, Assistant Professor in the School of Interdisciplinary Arts & Sciences at UW Bothell, to learn more about historically underrepresented voices and stories.

Nozomi Kagenishi, Mirei Takahashi, Aiko Shoji, Aoi Daigo, Mana Kurikawa, and Ayane Nishizuka are undergraduate nursing students enrolled at TMDU. They and Hirai started their program with the campus tour at UW Bothell coordinated by Natalia Dyba, Director of Global Initiatives at UW Bothell, and met students enrolled at UW Bothell. 

Those nursing students visited various healthcare facilities, such as the Harborview Medical Center, University of Washington Medical Center, Nikkei Manor, and more. When they visited the Harborview Medical Center, they joined the Nurse Residency Program and learned about various topics, including evidence-based practice (EBP), appraising the evidence, and clinical skills, such as traction, chest tubes, and blood transfusions.

Kosuke Niitsu, PhD, ARNP, PMHNP-BC is an Assistant Professor in the School of Nursing & Health Studies (SNHS) at UW Bothell. He invited TMDU nursing students to his graduate nursing class. In his class, Kurikawa delivered a presentation and introduced the Japanese nursing education system to UW students. On another day, Niitsu invited local nurses who are bilingual in Japanese and English and hosted a special lecture for TMDU students.

Akiko Kondo, PhD, RN, is a professor of nursing at TMDU. Kondo and Niitsu have been working together on a variety of projects, including Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) . Mabel Ezeonwu, PhD, ARNP, FNP-BC is a professor of nursing at UW Bothell, and Ezeonwu and Kondo are former classmates in the PhD program at UW Seattle. Kondo, Ezeonwu, and Niitsu strengthened their relationships and collaborations between TMDU and UW over the years. TMDU nursing students visited other classes taught by UW Bothell faculties, including Dr. Mabel Ezeonwu, Dr. Jody Early , Dr. Linda Eaton , Dr. Sunita Iyer , Dr. Stoerm Anderson , and Professor Hiroshi Miyamoto . Each TMDU student had an opportunity to deliver their presentations in front of UW Bothell students.

TMDU nursing students also had an opportunity to visit UW Seattle and meet renowned faculties in the School of Nursing. For example, they met Basia Belza, PhD, RN, FAAN, FGSA , and learned about the de Tornyay Center for Health Aging that Dr. Belza directs. 

Each TMDU student reflected on their learning experience at UW:

• Hiroki Hirai: “This program provided a valuable opportunity for me to gain a deeper understanding of my own research field and to think about my career plan and future research by interacting with researchers related to my research field.“
• Nozomi Kagenishi: “The study abroad program at UW was a busy but very fulfilling one, as we attended undergraduate and graduate lectures, gave presentations, met with nursing research professionals, participated in training for new nurses at the university hospital, and toured hospitals, educational facilities, and Japanese-affiliated aged care facilities, Nikkei Manor. Through the program, I was able to meet many wonderful people, including professors and students from the UW and nursing staff at the university hospitals. I was inspired by their strong belief that they want to provide higher quality nursing care and contribute to the health of people around the world, and by their continuous efforts in research and practice in their respective fields of expertise. I feel that it was very meaningful that I was able to spend 17 days in a different environment, reflecting on myself and thinking about my future goals.”
• Mirei Takahashi: “Through this program, I could learn interestingly about the differences in medical care between the United States and Japan. Based on this learning, I would like to pursue better ways of nursing in Japan. I am grateful to everyone involved in this program for giving me valuable learnings.”
• Aiko Shoji: “By actually going to the U.S. and hearing and seeing firsthand, I was able to learn how people in the U.S. live and access medical care, which was a very good experience. It was also interesting to learn about the work of NPs that are not in Japan. I will definitely make use of what I learned through this program in the future.”
• Aoi Daigo: “This program made me understand the depth and diversity of nursing research. I believe that by combining these research results of researchers with various research themes, we will be able to bring about meaningful changes in the health and welfare and nursing industries. Research is the material for bringing about social change. After realizing this, I started to think that I wanted to become a person who creates the materials for change in the future. I am grateful to the program and everyone involved for helping me rediscover my career potential.”
• Mana Kurikawa: “In this study abroad, I was very interested in differences about nursing education for both students and first year nurses, works of nurses and facilities in the medical field between the U.S. and Japan. There were many things I would like to introduce to Japan, especially, I was very impressed with NP. I would like to thank everyone involved throughout this visit. It was a great opportunity to expand my career in the future.”
• Ayane Nishizuka: “During my time at the University of Washington, I had the privilege of witnessing the passion and dedication of both the professors and students towards the field of nursing. This experience has allowed me to recognize the potential of nursing to make a positive impact on the future of healthcare. I would like to express my sincere gratitude to all those involved for providing me with this invaluable opportunity.”

“Students were able to have a great experience thanks to UW faculty and staff”, said Akiko Kondo, professor of nursing at TMDU who created this study abroad program. Kondo continued, “Thank you for allowing our students to attend and give a presentation in the classes at the Bothell campus, and giving special lectures at the Seattle campus. Thank you for allowing them to attend the Nurse Residency Program at the hospital, and introducing and guiding the hospital facilities. Thank you for having your busy time with our students on campus and even at home. They will never forget your kindness. Hopefully, they will come back to the United States to study or work in the future”.

Kyle Rittenhouse tells students to carry guns on campus to protect against Hamas: report

Kyle Rittenhouse , who at 17-years-old killed two people and injured another after traveling to Kenosha, Wisconsin in 2020 to "protect businesses" during Black Lives Matter protests that erupted after the police shooting of Jacob Blake, is now the author of a book who goes on speaking tours.

But his current college speaking tour is being hit by outrage as he spreads messages including telling students to carry arms on campus, according to a report.

Rittenhouse became a hero in some right-wing circles and regularly voices his support for the Second Amendment. The group that sponsors his public appearances is Turning Point USA, which told USA Today that Rittenhouse is requested to make appearances by individual chapters of the group and that his tours are not nationally organized.

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Rittenhouse claimed self-defense in the Kenosha shootings and was ultimately acquitted of all charges by a jury. But according to the man who survived being shot by Rittenhouse, he has "used every moment to gloat and to make light of taking life."

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""As if that were not enough, Kyle has embraced and been embraced by those who peddle hateful rhetoric, who believe in nationalism that excludes those who do not look like or think like them, and who have sought to amplify a troubling desire for violence against supposed political, cultural, and religious enemies," Paul Prediger, who was shot and injured, told USA Today.

Rittenhouse's speaking events, where he encourages young people to exercise their rights to bear arms, spark large protests and have been met with calls for him to be blocked from venues, which in turn triggers debates about free speech.

"Every American has a constitutional right to bear arms, and it should not be infringed by a college campus," Rittenhouse has said.

During a speech at Kent State, Rittenhouse encouraged students to carry guns at school.

"We have these blue boxes that are on the campus — we've all seen them, you push a button, it calls the police, and you get connected to a dispatcher," he said. "How long does it take a cop to show up, though? When somebody is trying to kidnap you or somebody is threatening your life, is that the quickest option to be able to protect yourself?"

"What makes me really scared, and I get really upset that people, especially young campus students, aren't allowed to carry firearms, just because I'm scared that what happens if these Hamas, Palestinian terrorists come to the U.S. and try to attack us?" Rittenhouse said.

"Are we supposed to be left defenseless? Are you supposed to be left defenseless because you're not allowed to have a gun in your dormitory?"

According to USA Today, there have been protests at every stop of Rittenhouse's speaking tour, with some of the protesters holding signs that called for Rittenhouse to be sent to prison. One protester accused college campuses that allow Rittenhouse to speak and Turning Point USA of participating in "stochastic terrorism" – the incitement of violence through public demonization of a person or group.

During one speaking event in at The University of Memphis in March, protesters were so disruptive that Rittenhouse left the stage before he was done speaking.

"We cannot ban speech because it would go against a core value and because of well-established laws governing free speech on public university campuses,” Kent State said in a statement provided to USA TODAY. “Upholding the First Amendment rights of free speech and peaceful assembly for all, the university has a long history of allowing peaceful dialogue from all points of view, including those whom some may feel are offering different and/or sometimes controversial opinions."

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Kyle Rittenhouse, deadly shooter, college speaker? A campus gun-rights tour sparks outrage

Kyle Rittenhouse is not a typical college campus speaker.

In 2020, at the age of 17, he took an AR-15-style rifle to a Black Lives Matter demonstration and fired it, killing two people and injuring a third. Rittenhouse said he pulled the trigger in self-defense and was acquitted of wrongdoing .

He has since penned a book, “Acquitted,” and has set out on a series of college speaking events dubbed the " Rittenhouse Recap ." He is slated to appear Thursday at Clemson University in South Carolina.

Rittenhouse is selling books, and ostensibly promoting the right to bear arms on campus, but he’s also trying to persuade young people to join the conservative movement. The key group behind the appearances, Turning Point USA, is led by the self-described “youth director” of President Donald Trump’s first campaign and a key ally rallying votes for Trump this year.

The group told USA TODAY that it isn’t a nationally organized tour – that its chapters independently requested Rittenhouse. Student chapter leaders told USA TODAY that Rittenhouse is an important conversation starter. “I think sometimes you have to be kind of polarizing to pull a crowd," said Brady Seymour, president of Turning Point USA's chapter at Kent State University in Ohio.

The provocative choice of backing the Rittenhouse tour is par for the course for Turning Point and its local affiliates, which have hosted controversial figures like Nick Fuentes, a white nationalist and Holocaust denier . But it has stirred up devastating pain and disdain in a man he almost killed.

"He has used every moment to gloat and to make light of taking life," Paul Prediger said, speaking publicly for the first time about what happened in protest of a Rittenhouse speech last week at Kent State. "As if that were not enough, Kyle has embraced and been embraced by those who peddle hateful rhetoric, who believe in nationalism that excludes those who do not look like or think like them, and who have sought to amplify a troubling desire for violence against supposed political, cultural, and religious enemies."

Rittenhouse's message on his campus tour – that students should be allowed to take up arms, including to fend off "these Hamas, Palestinian terrorists" if they invade dormitories – has sparked protests and raised questions about free speech and just how far it should be allowed to go. A similar question helped lead to the resignations of the presidents of the University of Pennsylvania and Harvard University , who stepped down amid fierce criticism for equivocating when asked if calls for the genocide of Jews would be allowed on campus.

Rittenhouse, in a statement provided by spokesperson Jillian Anderson, said his campus appearances are not part of an official tour or book-selling venture, and he is reminding students of their rights. "Every American has a constitutional right to bear arms," he said, "and it should not be infringed by a college campus."

Experts say context matters. Tom Ginsburg, a law professor at the University of Chicago and faculty director of the forum on free inquiry and expression, told USA TODAY that federal regulations require colleges and universities to ensure their learning environment is not hostile. Within that framework, some incendiary language could be permitted in a general public space but prohibited if directed at an individual or group.

"That's a key distinction," he said. "Is it said in general, as part of a general demonstration, or is it shouted at a particular group of people who might then reasonably perceive it as being a threat of some kind? And if it's the latter, then it could be punished."

Kyle Rittenhouse says students should carry guns on campus

On the evening of Aug. 25, 2020 , Rittenhouse brought a rifle to the site of intense protests in Kenosha, Wisconsin, sparked by the police shooting of Jacob Blake, a 29-year-old Black man. Amid a scuffle with protesters, Rittenhouse fatally shot Joseph Rosenbaum and Anthony Huber and wounded Prediger.

In a trial that drew national attention in 2021, Rittenhouse said he shot the men in self-defense after Rosenbaum threatened his life and Prediger pointed a gun at him. Prediger said he thought Rittenhouse was an active shooter. Critics said Rittenhouse had no right to fire his weapon and was illegally acting as a vigilante militia. A jury acquitted him of all five charges he faced, including intentional homicide.

Rittenhouse soon took on celebrity status in right-wing circles where the right to bear arms and use them to defend life and property is sacrosanct. The weekend after his trial, he flew to Florida to visit Trump at his Mar-a-Lago resort and to appear on Fox News for an interview with conservative host Tucker Carlson.

At Kent State, Rittenhouse implored students to fight to be allowed to carry guns at school.

"We have these blue boxes that are on the campus – we've all seen them, you push a button, it calls the police, and you get connected to a dispatcher," he said. "How long does it take a cop to show up, though? When somebody is trying to kidnap you or somebody is threatening your life, is that the quickest option to be able to protect yourself?"

He encouraged students to join conservative groups like Turning Point USA and said elected officials don't care about them.

"What makes me really scared, and I get really upset that people, especially young campus students, aren't allowed to carry firearms, just because I'm scared that what happens if these Hamas, Palestinian terrorists come to the U.S. and try to attack us?" Rittenhouse said. "Are we supposed to be left defenseless? Are you supposed to be left defenseless because you're not allowed to have a gun in your dormitory?"

After Prediger – formerly known as Gaige Grosskreutz – criticized his speaking tour, Rittenhouse posted a video clip on X, formerly Twitter. It showed Prediger admitting he pointed a gun in Rittenhouse's direction before being shot. Rittenhouse did not include text in the post.

Students accuse Turning Point of 'hateful actions'

In the days leading up to his arrival at Kent State, demonstrators staged a walkout, organized a vigil, and spray painted "Welcome, killer" on a free-speech landmark. A Change.org petition urging the university and Turning Point USA to cancel Rittenhouse's visit gathered more than 3,700 signatures. The event spurred Prediger to speak out. Hundreds showed up to protest.

"I stand with the students of Kent State University who have had enough," Prediger said.

Students said it was particularly insensitive for the campus to host Rittenhouse and his message about guns on campus given the school's history. On May 4, 1970, four students were gunned down at Kent State when the Ohio National Guard fired into a crowd gathered to protest the invasion of Cambodia during the Vietnam War.

Aimée Flores, a representative from the university's Spanish and Latine Student Association, said the organization encouraged students "to learn more about Turning Point USA.... their hateful actions on campus and throughout this whole year, why we don't agree with their actions."

Seymour, the school's Turning Point chapter president, said the event was about "creating conversation." It had no relation to the 1970 killing of protestors, he said.

"In his speech, he talked mostly about having the right to carry on campus, considering students aren't allowed to at Kent State," Seymour said.

"These two stories are completely different and 50 years apart," he said.

Protests at every campus on 'Rittenhouse Recap' tour

Other “Rittenhouse Recap” appearances prompted vocal opposition and protest.

At Western Kentucky University , protesters held a sit-in and march last month. His appearance at East Tennessee State University in February also sparked demonstrations – local press reports show one protester wielding a sign accusing Turning Point of empowering "stochastic terrorism" – the incitement of violence through public demonization of a person or group.

In the days leading up to Rittenhouse's appearance at The University of Memphis in March, the school fielded a barrage of complaints from students, faculty, and community members. Protesters held signs with messages like, “Put Rittenhouse behind bars, not a podium.” Rittenhouse abruptly left the stage after about 30 minutes as protesters shouted him down.

Universities said allowing the events – and the protests – upholds key tenets of American democracy and academic tradition: Free speech and freedom of assembly. Turning Point USA’s chapter at The University of Memphis is a registered student organization, the school said.

"We cannot ban speech because it would go against a core value and because of well-established laws governing free speech on public university campuses,” Kent State said in a statement provided to USA TODAY. “Upholding the First Amendment rights of free speech and peaceful assembly for all, the university has a long history of allowing peaceful dialogue from all points of view, including those whom some may feel are offering different and/or sometimes controversial opinions."

Turning Point has history of booking controversial speakers

Turning Point USA has a track record of booking controversial and provocative figures, placing it at the center of debates over First Amendment rights on college campuses, where it says it has grown to more than 800 chapters since its founding in 2012.

In late 2016 and early 2017, the group was behind a nationwide campus speaking tour by Milo Yiannopoulos – a former Breitbart writer banned from Twitter for harassment and dropped from the agenda at a Conservative Political Action Conference after videos surfaced of him defending sexual relationships between 13-year-old boys and grown men. Yiannopoulos said he was joking and may have used "imprecise language."

In 2019, Turning Point’s Iowa State University chapter claimed partial responsibility for extending a speaking invitation to Fuentes, a white nationalist who has said he wants a "total Aryan victory" and self-identified as a "sexist man," according to the Southern Poverty Law Center.

Last year, representatives of the group confronted, criticized and assaulted an LGBTQ+ instructor at Arizona State University in Tempe.

Turning Point has taken action against members for promoting hate speech. In 2019, the group expelled a member at the University of Nevada Las Vegas after a video surfaced of the student shouting "white power" and using a white supremacist hand sign.

Andrew Kolvet, a spokesperson for Turning Point USA, said the Fuentes event was not sanctioned, and a local chapter official was tricked into arranging the appearance. He said that Turning Points has repeatedly denounced white nationalism . Kolvet said that in general, students should be able to hear from controversial speakers. "We do our best to make sure that there's going to be enriching discussion, that the speaker is going to be, I would say, uplifting, inspiring, productive."

He said Turning Point chapters chose Rittenhouse as a speaker. "There just happened to be schools that asked for Kyle because he came out with a book and he made himself available, essentially."

Turning Point touts itself as a key player in conservative politics , as does its founder and president, Charlie Kirk , who told conservative radio host Rush Limbaugh 's show in 2019 that he “traveled the country for about 70 days straight carrying Donald Trump Jr.’s bags and getting his Diet Cokes.” In addition to becoming Trump Jr.'s "body man," he took on the role of "youth director of the campaign," Kirk said. Speaking at the Republican National Convention in 2020, he called President Trump the "bodyguard of Western civilization."

Kirk also speaks on college campuses, where his fiery rhetoric has sparked controversy. At a speech last fall at Missouri State University , he said all immigration to the U.S. should be halted, called global warming an "academic distraction," and speculated about how many Hamas sleeper cells might be active in the U.S.

Expert says universities grappling with non-academic provocateurs

Ginsburg stressed that colleges and universities must allow free speech. "It’s pretty clear that their obligation is to make sure that event goes forward and to make sure it's not disrupted," he said. "At the same time, peaceful protest also has a long tradition on campus."  

Ginsburg said an added dimension to their challenges is the more recent phenomenon of campus speakers who intentionally draw negative attention.

"What we're now seeing is that people are sometimes getting invited to campus who aren't necessarily academics. They're not articulating a truly academic point of view," Ginsburg said. "In some cases, we have provocateurs, including some people who actually are seeking to be canceled, seeking to be protested."

He said people like Rittenhouse often capitalize on controversy. "He's certainly part of a media ecosystem in which you do have some of those kind of characters where, if you can get canceled, it ups your follower rate and you can portray yourself as a victim," he said.

To the Turning Point leader at Kent State, it's a tactic the group uses to advance conversation.

"That's the sad reality of how people are," Seymour said. "You kind of have to stir up drama or be a polarizing character for people to end up paying attention to you."

Cybele Mayes-Osterman is a breaking news reporter for USA Today. Reach her by email at [email protected]. Follow her on X @CybeleMO.

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Images of a saturated desert metropolis startled the world, prompting talk of cloud seeding, climate change and designing cities for intensified weather.

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Scenes of flood-ravaged neighborhoods in one of the planet’s driest regions have stunned the world this week. Heavy rains in the United Arab Emirates and Oman submerged cars, clogged highways and killed at least 21 people. Flights out of Dubai’s airport, a major global hub, were severely disrupted.

The downpours weren’t a freak event — forecasters anticipated the storms several days out and issued warnings. But they were certainly unusual. Here’s what to know.

Heavy rain there is rare, but not unheard-of.

On average, the Arabian Peninsula receives a scant few inches of rain a year, although scientists have found that a sizable chunk of that precipitation falls in infrequent but severe bursts, not as periodic showers.

U.A.E. officials said the 24-hour rain total on Tuesday was the country’s largest since records there began in 1949 . But parts of the nation had experienced an earlier round of thunderstorms just last month.

Oman, with its coastline on the Arabian Sea, is also vulnerable to tropical cyclones. Past storms there have brought torrential rain, powerful winds and mudslides, causing extensive damage.

Global warming is projected to intensify downpours.

Stronger storms are a key consequence of human-caused global warming. As the atmosphere gets hotter, it can hold more moisture, which can eventually make its way down to the earth as rain or snow.

But that doesn’t mean rainfall patterns are changing in precisely the same way across every corner of the globe.

In their latest assessment of climate research , scientists convened by the United Nations found there wasn’t enough data to have firm conclusions about rainfall trends in the Arabian Peninsula and how climate change was affecting them. The researchers said, however, that if global warming were to be allowed to continue worsening in the coming decades, extreme downpours in the region would quite likely become more intense and more frequent.

The role of cloud seeding isn’t clear.

The U.A.E. has for decades worked to increase rainfall and boost water supplies by seeding clouds. Essentially, this involves shooting particles into clouds to encourage the moisture to gather into larger, heavier droplets, ones that are more likely to fall as rain or snow.

Cloud seeding and other rain-enhancement methods have been tried across the world, including in Australia, China, India, Israel, South Africa and the United States. Studies have found that these operations can, at best, affect precipitation modestly — enough to turn a downpour into a bigger downpour, but probably not a drizzle into a deluge.

Still, experts said pinning down how much seeding might have contributed to this week’s storms would require detailed study.

“In general, it is quite a challenge to assess the impact of seeding,” said Luca Delle Monache, a climate scientist at the Scripps Institution of Oceanography in La Jolla, Calif. Dr. Delle Monache has been leading efforts to use artificial intelligence to improve the U.A.E.’s rain-enhancement program.

An official with the U.A.E.’s National Center of Meteorology, Omar Al Yazeedi, told news outlets this week that the agency didn’t conduct any seeding during the latest storms. His statements didn’t make clear, however, whether that was also true in the hours or days before.

Mr. Al Yazeedi didn’t respond to emailed questions from The New York Times on Thursday, and Adel Kamal, a spokesman for the center, didn’t immediately have further comment.

Cities in dry places just aren’t designed for floods.

Wherever it happens, flooding isn’t just a matter of how much rain comes down. It’s also about what happens to all that water once it’s on the ground — most critically, in the places people live.

Cities in arid regions often aren’t designed to drain very effectively. In these areas, paved surfaces block rain from seeping into the earth below, forcing it into drainage systems that can easily become overwhelmed.

One recent study of Sharjah , the capital of the third-largest emirate in the U.A.E., found that the city’s rapid growth over the past half century had made it vulnerable to flooding at far lower levels of rain than before.

Omnia Al Desoukie contributed reporting.

Raymond Zhong reports on climate and environmental issues for The Times. More about Raymond Zhong