Inspiration

Need inspiration? This gallery showcases both the power and flexibility of the UW–Madison brand. Aligning your work with the brand provides the instant recognition and credibility of a world-class institution — and still allows lots of creative space to differentiate your campus unit.

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A person marking a piece of wood with a pencil inside of a workshop
Grid of four photos showing a person working with wood in a workshop

Hudnall Woodworking Video

Cinematic storytelling and striking motion graphics converge in this feature video created for On Wisconsin magazine. Together with polished prose, the effect is to draw reader into the heart of UW–Madison’s vision. It’s a dynamic, on-brand experience that not only shows transformation but also makes you feel it.

Website screenshot with large hero image of a lawn showing a sign that read "Welcome Badgers"
Website screenshot with large hero image of a lawn showing a sign that read "Welcome Badgers"

Welcome Week Visual Story

The Badgers are back! From joyful move-ins to the W project, this Wisconsin Welcome wrap-up story bursts with color, pride, and unmistakable Wisconsin energy. Bold visuals and thoughtful, dynamic layout make every moment feel alive.

An illustration of a torso with three kidneys and an IV bag is shown going into the arm
Grid of four images: one showing people walking down a hall; in another, two people smile at each other; a third has a person talking; and the forth is an medical illustration

Kidney Transplant Video

With powerful portraits, intimate moments, and clear, compassionate writing, this story captures the human side of a medical milestone. Clear, emotional visuals and smart design helps readers experience how UW–Madison research is redefining what’s possible after a kidney transplant.

Tablet device with showing images of a farm
Tablet device with showing images of a farm

Growing the Future Story

Rich visuals and grounded, accessible writing bring UW–Madison’s agricultural research stations to life. The story captures the people, places, and progress behind Wisconsin’s farming future, where innovation grows alongside tradition.

Photo illustration: Scissors cutting a one hundred dollar bill; view of elderly man's back; brain scans in background; gloved hand holding a test tube
Four infographics showing NIH indirect funding statistics for UW-Madison

Alzheimers NIH Story

Research meets design excellence: our latest feature on “The Real Costs of Research Funding Cuts” shines with bespoke infographics, on-brand storytelling, and striking graphic design. Every section is crafted to engage, inform, and reflect UW’s identity. The effect? Information that’s as visually compelling as it is thoughtfully written.

Mobile phone on a wooden background
Mobile phone on a wooden background

Social Media and Teens Story

Smart visuals boost compelling storytelling in this feature on University of Wisconsin–Madison’s groundbreaking teen-social-media study. Eye-catching photos, crisp writing and a clean layout draw you in, while driving home how this work explores adolescent well-being, online habits and brain health. The effect is bringing research to life for Wisconsin and beyond.

Magazine spread with a collage of images relating to the UW–Madison brand
Magazine spread with a collage of images relating to the UW–Madison brand

Alumni Magazine Feature

Appearing in On Wisconsin magazine, “Creating the Badger Brand” shares the surprising history of the UW’s world-famous logos with engaging narratives and a mix of archival and contemporary images. The story earned Milwaukee Press Club awards for both writing and design.

Photo of a laptop in a conference room with homepage of the Federal Impact website on screen
Photo of a laptop in a conference room with homepage of the Federal Impact website on screen

Federal Impact Site

Research fuels Wisconsin’s future, and now there’s a digital hub that proves it. The new Federal Research Impact page delivers bold storytelling, sharp on-brand design, and intuitive navigation. It’s a smart, streamlined experience that puts the spotlight on how UW–Madison research drives innovation, impact, and progress for Wisconsin and beyond.

Cell phone on wooden table with graphics from online learning campaign
Cell phone on wooden table with graphics from online learning campaign

Online Learning Campaign

This digital campaign highlighted online education offered or supported by the Division of Continuing Studies. “The Learning Thread” used UW branding and line art to help people envision themselves taking advantage of flexible learning opportunities — such as online bachelor’s degrees, master’s degrees and continuing education courses — that fit with their busy lives.

Open booklet with showing a blue left-hand page with text and a series of five logos on the right-hand page
Open booklet showing colorful examples of swag items (stickers, buttons, tote bag, and sweat pants)

School of Nursing Rebrand

UW’s School of Nursing rings in their centennial year with a fresh, inspired plan for visuals and messaging. Custom visuals for specific research areas provide each with distinction, while still aligning with the greater ecosystem of the SoN brand. And the creation of a modular messaging system allows for maximum usability far beyond a single year.

Three full-page ads for the Can't Stop a Badger campaign
Three full-page ads for the Can't Stop a Badger campaign

Institutional Ads

The “Can’t Stop a Badger” print ad series tells a story of the UW’s vast educational opportunities through thrilling juxtaposition. Creative photo treatment, illustration, and word play are paired with brand fonts, colors, and graphic elements. The effect is to create a distinctive set of ads that are still unmistakably UW–Madison.

Samples of various greeting cards
Samples of various greeting cards

Greeting Cards

The Office of Strategic Communication designed a set of branded greeting cards for the Office of the Chancellor. They feature iconic university imagery alongside playful branded elements, providing the perfect canvass for thank-you notes, birthday wishes, and congratulatory messages.