Artists sought for UW-themed CowParade Wisconsin designs
The University of Wisconsin is accepting proposals from artists to create UW-themed cow designs for this summer’s CowParade Wisconsin. Read More
Hip-hop from Africa performs at Union Theater
In Wolof, a language of Senegal, “Daara J” means “school of life.” It also means socially conscious political hip-hop in Senegal, thanks to the efforts of the band Daara J. Madison will be able to hear what hip-hop sounds like in Senegal as the trio performs at 8 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 28, in the Wisconsin Union Theater. Read More
Max Kade Institute plans event on German-American culture
The Max Kade Institute for German-American Studies will hold a poster unveiling and panel presentation titled “How German is American?” Read More
L&S names new associate dean
Ann Groves Lloyd has been named associate dean of Student Academic Affairs (SAA) in the College of Letters & Science. Read More
Ladson-Billings receives Woman of Color award
In recognition of her contributions to scholarship and the campus community, Gloria Ladson-Billings, Kellner Family Professor in Urban Education in the Department of Curriculum and Instruction, has been named UW–Madison’s recipient of the UW System Outstanding Women of Color award. Read More
Recent sightings
Capitol view The window panes and columns of Bascom Hall frame a winter view of the Wisconsin State Capitol dome… Read More
Roundtable announces events
University Roundtable has announced its schedule for this spring. On Wednesday, Feb. 8, Jonathan Foley of the Gaylord Nelson Institute for… Read More
Student Personnel Association conference scheduled
The 2006 Student Personnel Association Conference will be held on Friday, Feb. 17. Read More
University urges flu prevention
Like many institutions around the county, UW–Madison is encouraging flu prevention and preparedness measures while assembling a comprehensive response plan for a influenza pandemic, should one ever take place. Read More
Computing upgrades completed
UW-Madison completed two major computing upgrades at the end of 2005. The Integrated Student Information System (ISIS) upgrade was successfully completed on Dec. 12 with the launch of Oracle’s v8.9 Campus Solutions software. An upgrade of the Shared Financial System was also successfully completed, providing Web-based delivery of information and moving the system from PeopleSoft 7.5 to 8.8. Read More
Employee Matters
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Program gives quality education in short period of time
Since its inception in 1885, nearly 18,000 students have earned certificates from the university’s Farm and Industry Short Course (FISC). Read More
WISELI survey to analyze quality of work life for UW–Madison faculty
In collaboration with the UW Survey Center, the Women in Science and Engineering Leadership Institute Read More
Martin Luther King’s 1965 Madison visit a memorable one
As the community is poised to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., this weekend, it is interesting to note that a campus lecture by King about 40 years ago drew nearly 3,000 visitors and a standing ovation. Read More
Alvarez to be honored by Legislature
Barry Alvarez, the coach who led the University of Wisconsin to national football prominence during 16 years as head coach, will speak to both houses of the state Legislature on Tuesday, Jan. 17. Read More
UW professor wins top prize for corporate finance research
Toni M. Whited, an associate professor of finance at the UW–Madison School of Business, has won the top award for co-authoring the best paper published on corporate finance in the Journal of Finance. Read More
Upcoming events celebrate King’s legacy
The Madison and university community will have a number of opportunities to celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. through sponsored events around the city. Read More
Youth Speaks presents teen spoken word finals
On January 28, 2006 at 7 p.m., Youth Speaks Wisconsin (YSWI) will present the Third Annual Teen Spoken Word Finals in conjunction with the Wisconsin Union Theater's World Stage performance of internationally renowned hip-hop ensemble Daara J. Read More