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From the lab to the NICU: UW researchers pioneer contactless health monitoring

January 29, 2026

The system could pave the way for safer, more comfortable patient care in settings ranging from neonatal units to in-home recovery.

Campus launches new wheelchair loan programs

January 28, 2026

Wheelchairs are now available for campus tours offered through CAVR or for general campus use through Rec Well, in addition to existing wheelchairs offered through the Wisconsin Union.

Undergraduate research inspires community, confidence and growth

January 28, 2026

Working in a research lab is helping UW–Madison student Lauren Jacobs get more than hands-on career experience.

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Chancellor Mnookin: My next chapter

January 26, 2026

Last night, Columbia University announced my appointment as their next president, beginning July 1, 2026. Today, I want to express my enormous gratitude to this extraordinary community.

Chancellor Mnookin: A new semester begins — welcome back!

January 20, 2026

As we begin a new semester, I wanted to reach out to welcome you—whether you’re just returning to campus or have stayed local throughout Winter Break.

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A team of @UWMadison computer scientists is pioneering a new approach to health monitoring: using radar to measure breathing and heart rate without physical contact. Their system could help make care safer for even the tiniest patients.

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From the calf barn to the lab bench, #UWMadison undergrad Lauren Jacobs is building skills and shaping her future as a veterinarian through undergraduate research.

Read her story: https://news.wisc.edu/undergraduate-research-inspires-community-confidence-and-growth/

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#UWMadison online master’s programs in engineering and education, whose students include many working professionals seeking to advance their careers, have been recognized as among the best in the country by @usnews. #OnWisconsin!

UW’s online master’s degree programs ranked among best in country

The education and engineering programs received high marks in U.S. News & World Report’s new rankings.

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Events calendar

January

29

Snow & S'mores with Outdoor UW

5:00 pm, See Event Details, Lake Mendota
29

WUD Lit Community Issue Distribution Party

6:00 pm, Old Madison Room, Memorial Union
29

WUD Film Presents: King in the Wilderness (2018) Film Screening & Community Conversation

6:00 pm, The Marquee, Union South
29

UW Cinematheque - Premieres

Nirvanna The Band The Show The Movie | Canada | 2025 | DCP | 98 min. Director: Matt Johnson

7:00 pm, 4070 Vilas Hall

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