Founding editor of Collins Library imprint to give talk
Paul Collins, author and founding editor of the Collins Library imprint of McSweeney's Books, will discuss his life as a book lover, as well as his upcoming book, "Sex, Death & Revolution," at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 10. The talk, sponsored by the Friends of the UW–Madison Libraries, will take place in 126 Memorial Library, 728 State St. Read More
Book Smart
The Complete Idiots’ Guide to Simple Home Improvement (Penguin-Putnam, 2005) David Tenenbaum, staff writer, The Why Files science education Web… Read More
Study finds two brain systems regulate how people call for help
The willingness to call out in distress to get help from others appears to be regulated by two brain systems with very different responsibilities, according to a study by researchers at UW–Madison. Read More
No-stick cholesterol test offered
Findings by researchers at the Medical School support the validity of a new, non-invasive skin cholesterol test to help identify patients at increased risk for heart disease. Read More
Employee Matters
This column is prepared by staff of the Employee Compensation and Benefits Services office. You may e-mail us at Employee@bussvc.wisc.edu, or call Employee… Read More
Events bring fresh insights to state’s German-American heritage
Two upcoming events at UW–Madison will illustrate how influential insights from the past can be regarding Wisconsin's cultural heritage. Read More
Influential avant garde film director to lecture
Two special lectures/screenings with Peter Kubelka, one of the most distinguished figures in avant garde film will be presented by Cinematheque on Friday and Saturday, March 11 and 12. Read More
Showcase offers earlier options
Early risers will get more out of Showcase 2005, which highlights efforts to improve work, learning and climate on campus. Read More
Overture Center to exhibit Loeser furniture
The James Watrous Gallery in the Overture Center for the Arts will host an exhibition of 10 recent pieces by furniture maker Tom Loeser, professor of art, beginning Tuesday, March 22. Read More
Survey: e-Grading is a success
A survey of 657 faculty and instructional staff showed that 90 percent agreed or strongly agreed that they were satisfied overall with electronic grade submission. Read More
Developer Wall turns bleak memory into bright vision
Terrance Wall and his wife, Helen, have made a gift to the new American Family Children's Hospital (AFCH) that will change that environment by furnishing playrooms and family support spaces within the hospital. Read More
Science writer to discuss color’s role in art history
What did great paintings of the past look like when they were new? How did natural pigments influence art? Science writer Phillip Ball will tackle such questions at his Tuesday, March 29, talk at UW–Madison. Read More
UW Hospital chosen as one of nation’s top hospitals
UW Hospital and Clinics is one of the nation's top 100 hospitals, according to a new study by Solucient, a company that provides comparative national measurements of cost, quality and performance in health care. Read More
Campus bus routes adjust for season
Route 80 campus buses returned to eight-minute service intervals on March 1. An extra bus had been added to the route for the period of November through February to help alleviate overcrowding. Read More
Recent Sightings
Hands-on education Approximately 30 pre-health students tour the Medical School’s Anatomy Lab in the Medical Sciences Center during an educational… Read More
Annual festival boasts more than 150 films from 27 countries
Tickets are on sale for the 2005 Wisconsin Film Festival, to be held Thursday, March 31-Sunday, April 3. Read More
Outreach specialist welcomes community to campus
As a former UW–Madison student coming to Wisconsin from a different culture, Ileana RodrÃguez, a senior outreach specialist in the Adult and Student Services Center, relates well to students from diverse backgrounds. Read More
Milestones
Burton J. Kushner, professor in the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Science in the Medical School, has won the 2005 Alfred W. Bressler Prize… Read More
Study: Eye contact triggers threat signals in autistic children’s brains
Brain tests at UW–Madison suggest that autistic children shy from eye contact because they perceive even the most familiar face as an uncomfortable threat. The work deepens understanding of an autistic brain's function and may one day inform new treatment approaches and augment how teachers interact with their autistic students. Read More