Visiting Partners
Study Abroad Fair
Tuesday, September 29, 2026
3:00-6:00 PM
Schedule
Table Set Up
1-2:00 p.m.
Set up table in exhibit hall
Welcome and Refreshments
2-2:45 p.m.
Introduction from UW-Madison Study Abroad Fair Committee and information about what to expect during the fair.
You’ll be able to connect with UW-Madison study abroad staff and other visiting partners while enjoying heavy hors d’oeuvres and refreshments.
All partners are encouraged to attend, even if you’ve participated at our fair in the past.
Table Set Up
2:45-3 p.m.
Final preparation for the fair. Ready for doors to open at 3 p.m.
Study Abroad Fair
3-6 p.m.
Cookies and tea/coffee will be available to visiting partners and UW-Madison staff in a room adjacent to the fair.
Clean Up
6-6:30 p.m.
Please take all materials you brought with you or place near the designated recycling bins. Any leftover materials will be recycled.
Event location
Gordon Dining & Event Center
770 W. Dayton Street, Madison, WI
Building Elevator(s)
Gordon Dining & Event Center has an elevator for accessing the event.
Gender-Inclusive Restrooms
Gender-inclusive restrooms are available across campus. We have highlighted the most convenient restroom within the building as there is not a gender inclusive restroom on the floor where the event is held:
- 1st floor of Gordon on the right, in between other restrooms. Wheelchair accessible.
- Navigate Campus Restrooms
Lactation Spaces
Lactation rooms are available for use across campus. We have highlighted the most convenient location for fair guests:
- Room 227 in Gordon Dining and Event Center
- Key required – contact the Team Management Office or call 608-262-9471 for access.
- Lactation Room Map
Transportation
Event Location
Gordon Dining & Event Center
770 W. Dayton Street, Madison, WI
Airport
Madison’s airport is the Dane County Regional Airport (airport code: MSN)
msnairport.com/parking_transportation/ground_transportation.aspx
Ground Transportation
There are frequent buses to and from Madison and Milwaukee, Chicago, and Minneapolis/St. Paul: Van Galder (Coach USA), Badger Bus, Megabus
To move around campus, there are free buses that circulate through – the most useful routes are the #80, #81, and #82 which run about every 10-20 min. For route schedules and maps, you can use the buses tab on the left menu bar of the UW- Madison campus map.
Routes will also show on Google Maps.
Parking
Visitor parking can be limited on campus. A live count of visitor parking in campus gated lots is displayed on the visitor parking availability page. We recommend the following locations:
- Lake & Johnson Ramp (Lot 46), 301 N. Lake Street
- Fluno Center Garage (Lot 83), 314 N. Frances Street
- Grainger Hall Garage (Lot 7), 325 N. Brooks Street
- City of Madison State Street Campus Garage, 430 N. Frances Street
The Accessible Parking/Accessible Pedestrian Routes map highlights slopes for campus building access and lists which parking garages have elevators.
Lodging
If you plan to stay overnight, consider several hotels near Gordon:
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Madison
525 West Johnson Street, Madison, WI, 53703
approximately a 5-minute walk - Hilton Garden Inn Madison Downtown
770 Regent Street, Madison, WI, 53715
approximately a 6-minute walk - Graduate Madison
601 Langdon St, Madison, WI 53703
approximately a 10-minute walk
What to bring
We have found it helpful to have the following items at your table:
- Program materials for students to take.
- Directions for shipping materials will be provided via email.
- Please note: Any materials for programs not approved by UW-Madison will be marked with a sticker. Materials left over after the fair will be recycled.
- Reusable water bottle
- Watch
- Cough drop/throat lozenge
- Comfortable shoes
Please consider reducing your environmental impact by exploring sustainable materials.
Food and beverages will be available to staff during the fair.
Explore campus
Located next to the International Academic Program (IAP) office in the Red Gym is the Memorial Union, which has food options, ice cream and Peet’s coffee as well as indoor and outdoor seating. If the weather is nice, you can get a lakefront seat at the Terrace.
Union South is another large campus space with additional food options and ample space for work or meetings.
There are many more coffee and dining options on State Street, which runs from campus to the Capitol building.
Take a stroll along the Lakeshore Path that runs along the edge of UW-Madison’s campus to enjoy the beauty of nature and views of Lake Mendota.
Explore the UW-Madison campus:
Explore the city of Madison:
Feel free to contact us if you would like more information about things to do in Madison. We’re happy to give you restaurant recommendations, schedule a campus tour, or put you in touch with our staff for individual meetings.