Building access to affordable, high-quality child care for UW families
Three accredited child care centers join the UW–Madison Child Care and Education System High-quality child care provides a vital foundation for UW–Madison students, staff, and faculty as they pursue academic and professional goals. The Office of Child Care and Family Resources (OCCFR) recognizes the necessity of child care and is taking another important step by …
Did you know that Earth Day started right here in Wisconsin? Founded in 1970 by former state senator Gaylord Nelson, Earth Day began on April 22nd as a day of rallies, events, marches, and public lectures to raise awareness about ongoing environmental issues. Since then, Earth Day has been celebrated annually on April 22nd across …
Dear UW-Madison Families and Early Educators, I’m writing to share some updates from the Office of Child Care and Family Resources as we start the new year together. On December 20th, we bid a heartfelt farewell to our dear colleague Barb Douglas, sending her our best wishes as she begins an exciting new chapter in …
Although Wisconsin isn’t known for its great snowfalls like its neighbor to the west, it’s safe to say that winter of 2024-2025 has been particularly dry when it comes to precipitation. Although building snow forts might not be an option this year, here are a few wintertime activities for which you just need a …
At the University of Wisconsin-Madison, the Office of Child Care and Family Resources (OCCFR) is dedicated to supporting parenting students as they navigate the challenges of higher education while raising a family. One of the key programs under OCCFR is Child Care Access Means Parents in School (CCAMPIS), a federal grant which provides essential …
Dear Parenting Students, On behalf of the University of Wisconsin-Madison Office of Child Care and Family Resources (OCCFR), I extend a warm and heartfelt welcome to all new and returning parenting students for the upcoming academic year! As a team, we understand the unique challenges and responsibilities that come with balancing academics, family life, and …
Welcome back, Badgers! We hope you’ve had a fantastic summer filled with family, friends, and fun. As the new school year approaches, there’s an exciting buzz in the air—Fall and the thrill of a fresh start are just around the corner. This year, we were thrilled to once again host our Lil’ Badger Bash and …
We want to extend our heartfelt thanks to the Evjue Foundation, as well as to our friends and supporters, for their generous contributions. Your support has been instrumental in making these professional development opportunities possible for our educators. These contributions played a vital role in funding two transformative professional development sessions designed specifically for our early …
Thanks to the incredible generosity of our donors, we have been able to purchase a wide selection of the best and newest children’s books to restock the bookshelves across our campus child care and education programs.
Dear Parenting Students, As December unfolds, we understand that this month can bring a whirlwind of activity, especially for those of you who are juggling final exams along with your family responsibilities. During the hustle and bustle, we want to remind you of the most precious gift you can give to your young children …