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In 2008, when she assumed the job of chancellor, Biddy Martin identified student support as a campus-wide priority. The Madison Initiative for Undergraduates was widely accepted by the student body and unanimously approved by the Board of Regents.

In 2008, when she assumed the job of chancellor, Biddy Martin identified student support as a campus-wide priority. The Madison Initiative for Undergraduates was widely accepted by the student body and unanimously approved by the Board of Regents.

What is the Madison Initiative for Undergraduates?

The Madison Initiative for Undergraduates is aimed at improving the quality of undergraduate education and the undergraduate experience while enhancing affordability for families with demonstrated financial need.

The funds generated by the Initiative will add faculty and instructional support in high-demand areas and provide increased funding to vital student services. It also will help to increase availability of financial aid by augmenting Madison Initiative revenue devoted to student support with funds raised through the Great People Scholarship Campaign.