Female UW-Madison student severely beaten in random attack, police seeking public's help

A female UW-Madison student was brutally attacked and sexually assaulted near campus.
The victim, in her 20s, suffered life-threatening injuries but is expected to survive.
Police are gathering evidence and requesting surveillance footage to identify the perpetrator.
The assault occurred in the early morning hours after a UW football game.
Authorities are urging students to walk in groups and be vigilant until the suspect is caught.