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Global Connections

The Wisconsin Union Directorate Global Connections Committee is a fun and engaging organization open to any UW student. We strive to foster awareness of global issues and interests in various cultures and strive to close the understanding gap between people of different cultures and identities through our various programs. WUD Global Connections offers the opportunity to build long-lasting friendships and connections on campus (and beyond!), as we bridge the gap between domestic and international members of our campus community.

The Global Connections Committee is open to all UW-Madison students, both domestic and international. Please join us and bring a friend! 

The committee meets weekly during the academic year, meeting day and times coming soon! Please check TITU for a specific room location.  

By participating in Global Connections, you will not only get hands-on experience in event planning, but also have opportunities to network throughout campus. Come to a committee meeting or email us if you would like more information.

All free events sponsored by WUD Global Connections Committee are intended for UW-Madison students, faculty, staff and Union members and guests.

Get In Touch

Anvika Annyapu, Director
globalconnections@union.wisc.edu

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Committee Meetings

Spring Semester 2026
Every Thursday, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
@ Memorial Union | TITU

Upcoming Events

Apr
19

WUD World Wide

Global Connections
Apr 19 2026 | 1 - 6pm
Memorial Union
WUD World Wide is a fun, international fest for everyone to celebrate the cultures on campus.
WUD World Wide Logo of photo of Earth with text on it saying 'WUD World Wide"
Apr
09
Apr 9 2026 | 6 - 7pm
Memorial Union
Weekly committee meetings for Global Connections, where you get to plan events, discuss global topics, and meet new people! We meet every Thursday from 6 pm - 7 pm at Memorial Union. The specific room can be found on the Today in the Union (TITU) board.
students watching presentation on screen in a cream colored room
Apr
10
Apr 10 2026 | 3 - 5pm
Join WUD GloCo and Badger Cheese Club on an excursion to learn more about Wisconsin’s dairy process.
Babcock Dairy sign
Apr
16
Apr 16 2026 | 6 - 7pm
Memorial Union
Weekly committee meetings for Global Connections, where you get to plan events, discuss global topics, and meet new people! We meet every Thursday from 6 pm - 7 pm at Memorial Union. The specific room can be found on the Today in the Union (TITU) board.
students watching presentation on screen in a cream colored room
Apr
18
Apr 18 2026 | 8:30am - 4pm
Union South
Experience a Wisconsin Day! Join us Saturday, April 18th, as we explore Devil’s Lake State Park while hiking numerous nature trails around the lake. Devil’s Lake is a perfect representation of Wisconsin life, where you can explore the hiking trails and beautiful scenery of Devil’s Lake, experiencing picturesque life on the lake.
Photo of Devil's Lake landscape showing big boulders and rock stacked on edge of cliff with view of lake and greenery.
Apr
19

WUD World Wide: FASO Kumantayo

Global Connections
Apr 19 2026 | 1 - 1:30pm
Memorial Union
FASO, Kumantayo is the first and only Filipinx American music performance group at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. Their mission is to celebrate Filipinx culture by bringing members together through a shared love of music. With a mix of brass, strings, woodwinds, and percussion, they've put together a medley that combines heartfelt and lively songs, capturing the spirit of OPM (Original Pilipino Music).
FASO Kumantayo pictured as a group smiling at camera
Apr
19

WUD World Wide: Saaz UW

Global Connections
Apr 19 2026 | 1:30 - 1:45pm
Memorial Union
Saaz is a student music organization that celebrates Indian culture and musical creativity. Saaz often sees a constant flux of unique Indian musical styles.
photo of Saaz group posing for camera
Apr
19
Apr 19 2026 | 2 - 2:15pm
Memorial Union
The Smith Step Squad uses step, a percussive dance medium with deep roots in the African American community, specifically, with historically Black fraternities and sororities, and is inspired by African culture.
Apr
19
Apr 19 2026 | 2:30 - 3pm
Memorial Union
The Ethiopian Eritrean Student Association fosters connections between the Ethiopian and Eritrean students at UW-Madison while also sharing and showcasing our cultures with the larger community, such as dance. The Ethiopian Eritrean Student Association will perform dances from 4 different tribes–the Tigrinya, Amhara, Gurage, and Oromo tribes.
EESA Group posing and smiling for a group picture
Apr
19

WUD World Wide: Wisconsin Vira

Global Connections
Apr 19 2026 | 3 - 3:45pm
Memorial Union
Wisconsin Vira is UW-Madison's premier Indian classical dance team, specializing in Bhartanatyam and Kathak! Their performance will showcase a rich variety of emotions, brought to life through dynamic movement, hand gestures and facial expressions.
Wisconsin Vira group sitting on stairs and posing for camera