Prevent theft over winter break
Theft is one of the most common crimes on the UW–Madison campus. As students head home for winter break, there are several easy steps you… Read More
UW seeks high court review of Badger Catholic decision
The University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents is asking the U.S. Supreme Court to review a federal appeals court ruling that required UW–Madison to fund religious worship activities. Read More
Sources for journalists: Looking back on 2010 and ahead to 2011
It was a year that brought the BP oil spill, continued U.S. involvement in Afghanistan, the emergence of the Tea Party, further expansion of social media and Wikileaks. Read More
Engineering students compete with unique inventions
A pedal-powered riding lawn mower, a green garbage disposal, an attachment for wheelchairs that increases traction in slick conditions: These, and others, are the designs that circulate inside engineering students' minds. Read More
Study examines higher education costs, productivity
American colleges and universities are becoming less productive in getting students through to graduation, but their productivity can be improved, according to a new study by two University of Wisconsin–Madison education experts. Read More
UW-Madison to celebrate 50 years of Peace Corps
The University of Wisconsin–Madison's African Studies Program will host Peace Corps and Africa: 50 Years, an event honoring half century of volunteer service. Read More
Hospital Santa ends his 43-year holiday run
A retired Madison firefighter who has dressed as Santa Claus for 43 years will make his final appearance at American Family Children's Hospital on Wednesday, Dec. 15. Read More
Event looks ahead to new Union South cinema
As part of the series of events anticipating Union South’s spring unveiling, UW–Madison will celebrate the facility’s new cinema Wednesday, Dec. 15. Students are… Read More
Cultural Linguistic Services recognized for promoting diversity
UW-Madison’s Cultural Linguistics Services program was among those recognized by the state Office of Employment Relations and the Council on Affirmative Action for its… Read More
Ohio congresswoman to speak at winter commencement
U.S. Rep. Marcy Kaptur, D-Ohio, the senior woman in the 112th Congress and a UW–Madison alumna, will deliver the charge to the graduates at the university's two winter commencement ceremonies on Sunday, Dec. 19, at the Kohl Center. Read More
Campus shakes off blizzard effects
11 a.m. Monday update: Campus operations are normal. Monday classes and the Monday work day are being held as usual. However, the NWS has… Read More
Ohio congresswoman to speak at winter commencement
U.S. Rep. Marcy Kaptur, D-Ohio, the senior woman in the 112th Congress and a UW–Madison alumna, will deliver the charge to the graduates at the university's two winter commencement ceremonies on Sunday, Dec. 19, at the Kohl Center. Read More
UW-Madison responds to Wiscard data exposure
UW-Madison takes IT security very seriously and makes consistent and strong efforts to protect tens of thousands of computers and users based on campus. The… Read More
Recent sightings: Board of Regents meeting
A group of Chinese student athletes, who were part of UW–Madison’s new Chinese Champions Program, listen as Chancellor Biddy Martin summarizes UW–Madison’s growing… Read More
Baldwin to address UW IT Academy students
U.S. Rep. Tammy Baldwin is scheduled to deliver the keynote address at this year’s Information Technology Academy (ITA) Holiday Luncheon on Saturday, Dec. 11… Read More
Dean of students: Study strong during finals
Dean of Students Lori Berquam and the Division of Student Life are encouraging students to “study strong” as the semester reaches its final stage. Read More
Gabe Carimi applies the team concept to engineering success
Wisconsin Badgers left tackle Gabe Carimi is experiencing nothing short of a dream senior year. Consider this stellar resume: Read More
UW-Madison senior to showcase honors project, will perform six dances
Ella Rosewood, a University of Wisconsin–Madison undergraduate, will be performing in a solo concert this weekend that she produced herself. Growing up with no formal… Read More