Ombuds available to all faculty, staff
>The ombuds office is a resource for faculty and staff looking for an informal, impartial, confidential and independent option to discuss workplace disputes. Ombuds listen to faculty and staff concerns, clarify procedures, discuss options and act as intermediaries to resolve problems if needed. Read More
Willow Creek pedestrian bridge renamed
The pedestrian bridge that crosses Willow Creek near the Natatorium will soon be known as the Harman Bridge. Read More
Committee named for CIO search
A search-and-screen committee has been created to aid in the identification and selection of a new vice provost for information technology/chief information officer for UW–Madison Read More
Virginia Horne Henry Fund accepts applications
The Virginia Horne Henry Fund for Women’s Physical Education provides money for an annual competition in a number of activities related to women’s physical education, activity and movement, including special programs, new course development, research support, visiting scholars/experts and student support. Read More
Provost’s office requests Baldwin grant proposals
The provost’s office is soliciting proposals from faculty, staff and students for the spring 2011 Ira and Ineva Reilly Baldwin Wisconsin Idea Endowment competition. Read More
Sunday’s cancellations due to blizzard
1:30 p.m. update: If you have information about campus event cancellations or service changes as a result of the weekend blizzard, email chancellor@news.wisc.edu. The list… Read More
UW-Madison study of class of ’57 becomes leading research on aging
During the last 50 years, participants in the Wisconsin Longitudinal Study have helped researchers explore the experience of careers, family life, family and education in America. Read More
Good grades in high school linked to better health, study finds
The "A" grades that high-schoolers earn aren't just good for making the honor roll - they also make them healthier as adults, too. Read More
High school students of Arabic visit UW–Madison
A campus visit on Wednesday, Dec. 8, by 30 high school students of Arabic will unite a U.S. Department of State program and several language and culture initiatives at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. Read More
Recent sightings: Hoofer Resale
People shop for bargains on new and used cross-country ski boots and related gear during first day of the two-day Hoofers 47th Annual Ski… Read More
Learning the language of bacteria
Bacteria are among the simplest organisms in nature, but many of them can still talk to each other, using a chemical "language" that is critical to the process of infection. Sending and receiving chemical signals allows bacteria to mind their own business when they are scarce and vulnerable, and then mount an attack after they become numerous enough to overwhelm the host's immune system. Read More
Services enhanced for students considering health careers
University of Wisconsin–Madison students planning for careers in health-related fields are being helped along by a new advising program made possible through the Madison Initiative for Undergraduates. Read More
UW Cinematheque names new director of programming
The University of Wisconsin–Madison Cinematheque, a film group dedicated to showcasing archival and other rare films from around the word, has installed a new director of programming, Jim Healy. Read More
UW-Madison: There’s an app for that
Mobile UW, the University of Wisconsin–Madison's official iPhone app, is now available for free download from the Apple App Store. Read More
UW Art Department to host open house this weekend
The University of Wisconsin–Madison's Art Department will host an open house and glass sale Saturday-Sunday, Dec. 4-5, showcasing students' work in the Glass Lab this semester. Read More
Wisconsin Institutes for Discovery facility opens on UW–Madison campus
Twin research institutes and a space designed for all to engage in science opened Thursday on the University of Wisconsin–Madison campus. Read More
Age at first pregnancy associated with breast cancer risk
Having children later in life or not at all, combined with a trend in obesity may increase risk of a breast cancer that is hard to detect. Read More
Warning system shows potential for alleviating crashes at dangerous rural intersections
University of Wisconsin–Madison transportation-safety engineers are testing a system on a northern Wisconsin highway that could help reduce crashes at rural intersections across the country. Read More
New treatments protect Christmas from ‘Grinch’ grub
Across northern Wisconsin, many of the state's Christmas tree growers struggle to protect their trees from an insect pest known as the white grub, which lurks in the soil, feeds on tree roots and destroys the crop. Read More