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Framed by the scenic Bascom Hill and the serene Lake Mendota, this university is one of the oldest public institutions in the state. Wisconsin's official state university, the University of Wisconsin-Madison was established in 1848. Having played a major role in World War II, the university also has deep roots in student activism. Alma mater to path-breaking individuals like Greta Van Susteren, Frank Lloyd Wright and Lorraine Hansberry, the university proffers academics spanning disciplines like economics, geology, linguistics, history and more. The main campus at this public research university takes up 933-acres (378 hectares) of land, and this space comprises four National Historic Landmarks. Apart from academics, the students are involved in a lot of extracurricular activities, and the institution hosts many events throughout the year. There are many musical performances, both by students and known performers. Noteworthy sites on the university's campus include the Bascom Hall, Music Hall, Van Rise Hall and Grainger Hall among others.
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