Welcome to Morgridge Hall
Building the future
Opened in 2025, Morgridge Hall is the home of the College of Computing & Artificial Intelligence and a place where learning, discovery, and collaboration come together. Designed to bring students, faculty, researchers, and industry partners together under one roof, the building supports the interdisciplinary exchange of ideas that defines the college.
Named in honor of alumni and lead donors John and Tashia Morgridge, the seven-story, 343,000-square-foot building was made possible through a $267 million private investment. Natural light, Wisconsin art, outdoor terraces, and a variety of study, research, and gathering spaces create an environment designed to support both focused work and spontaneous collaboration.
In addition to housing the College of Computing & Artificial Intelligence and its departments (Computer Sciences, Statistics, and the iSchool), Morgridge Hall is also home to the Department of Biostatistics and Medical Informatics, the Data Science Institute, the Center for High Throughput Computing, the N+1 Institute, and other partners advancing computing and data-driven discovery.
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At a glance
LEED Platinum
The greenest academic building on campus.
$267 million
The largest privately funded building in the UW’s history.
Opened 2025
Supporting the future of computing at UW–Madison.
Student spaces in Morgridge Hall
Rebecca M. Blank Student Commons
Also known as the “Blank Space,” the Student Commons is the center of student life at Morgridge Hall. Home to student organizations, the CAI Library, technology rentals, and the building’s information desk, the Commons also hosts events, like a semesterly “Late Night Against Procrastination.”
Phill and Liz Gross Learning Center
The Phill and Liz Gross Learning Center (GLC) is a space for students to access academic support and build community. Through scheduled and drop-in tutoring, students learn from peer mentors who have successfully navigated similar challenges.
College of Computing & Artificial Intelligence Library
In addition to offering online databases and research guides, the CAI Library is a “laboratory library” providing hands-on learning opportunities for CAI’s library and information science students. Staff manage spaces, provide point-of-need services, and locate materials for users.
Ground Truth Café
Located on the first floor of Morgridge Hall, Ground Truth is a Wisconsin Union café offering coffee, tea, sandwiches, salads, and more.
Summer Hours:
- Monday – Friday: 8 AM – 2 PM
- Saturday – Sunday: Closed
Latest from Morgridge Hall
Events
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July 1CANCELED – Badgers on Tap: Microbiology Night at The Rigby in Madison, WIPresenters: Cynthia Pryde-Aguilar and Calyssa Huff7:00 PM, 119 E Main St., Madison, WI 53703
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News
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Tribal libraries program poised to expand and deepen partnerships with Native nations
After winning a 2026 Reilly-Baldwin Wisconsin Idea Grant, the iSchool’s Tribal Libraries, Archives & Museums (TLAM) program is stronger than ever.
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ACM president: New college will make UW–Madison “even more amazing”
Responsible AI will require close collaboration with “the entire spectrum of humanities and social scientists,” says ACM president. That’s where the UW’s newest college comes in.
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Honoring the 2026 Distinguished Achievement Award winners
Eight leaders in the fields of computer, data, and information sciences were recognized during the second annual Distinguished Achievement Awards hosted by the College of Computing & Artificial Intelligence.
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An uncommon space at the heart of campus
Students across the College of Computing & Artificial Intelligence (CAI) power the Rebecca M. Blank Student Commons, a hub of learning and collaboration in Morgridge Hall.
Need to reserve a space?
Reserve a study room for individual or group work, or book an event space for meetings, programs, and gatherings in Morgridge Hall.