Complete University of Wisconsin-Madison coverage since 1892.
The Daily Cardinal is the independent student newspaper of the University of Wisconsin-Madison, serving the campus community and surrounding areas. With a circulation of 10,000 copies, it covers a wide range of topics relevant to students and locals.
The Daily Cardinal provides comprehensive coverage of campus life, including sports, student government and politics, cultural events, entertainment, and issues related to family and relationships. Its team of student journalists diligently reports on evolving stories, event coverage, government announcements, press releases, and breaking news, keeping readers informed about the latest happenings.
As a nonprofit organization run entirely by students, The Daily Cardinal operates independently from the university, relying on advertising revenue and subscriptions for funding. The newspaper is published weekdays during the academic year and is distributed both in print form on campus and digitally through the university's website.
The Daily Cardinal serves as a training ground for aspiring journalists while also fulfilling its role as a trusted source of news and information for the University of Wisconsin-Madison community.