Researchers to study fate of prions in wastewater
With funding from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, a group of UW–Madison researchers will investigate what happens if infectious prion proteins - considered the cause of chronic wasting disease and mad cow disease - enter wastewater treatment plants.
Gift to fund education building renovation, addition
A $31 million gift will allow UW–Madison to renovate, modernize, and complete the Education Building, a 104-year-old central campus building that was never finished. Education is among the signature buildings in the Bascom Hill Historic District, which serves as the public face of the Madison campus.
Tending to timepiece appeals to caretaker
This summer, the clock and its tower will celebrate 125 years at the base of Bascom Hill. Although no formal commemoration is planned, Wes McEachron, one of the clock's caretakers since 1988, says he's proud of that anniversary.
UW-Madison offers fund-raising program for nonprofits
Fund raising and development for nonprofit organizations is the subject of a conference to be held at the UW–Madison School of Business, Monday-Wednesday, May 24-26.
Ho-Chunk honor anthropologist Lurie with gift of blanket
In addition to the honorary degree she received at UW–Madison's commencement ceremony this spring, anthropologist Nancy Oestreich Lurie has been given a blanket designed by Truman Lowe, a professor of art who is currently on leave from UW–Madison.
Events scheduled for Bike to Work Week
UW-Madison, where students, faculty and staff outnumber parking spaces nearly five to one, has long encouraged members of the campus community to leave their cars at home and find alternative modes of transportation.
Professor named Carnegie Scholar for book on school reform
A project looking at school reform in the light of social justice has made Harry Brighouse, a professor of philosophy and educational policy studies at UW–Madison, a 2004 Carnegie Scholar.
Summer choir seeks new members
Faculty, staff, students and community members are invited join the Summer Choir at UW–Madison's School of Music.
Spring 2004 commencement photos
Phil Certain, dean of the College of Letters and Science, gives a final address to graduates. Certain will retire in the…
Opening remarks at spring 2004 commencement
Opening remarks Delivered by Chancellor John D. Wiley May 15, 2004 Kohl Center Welcome to everyone…
Spring commencement: Transcript of address by Bradley Whitford
Charge to graduates Delivered by Bradley Whitford May 15, 2004 Kohl Center What’s up, Mad City?!…
UW veterinary school now offers CT-guided needle brain biopsies
When a dog shows signs of brain damage such as seizures, incoordination, circling or behavior changes, the source is not easy to diagnose. But veterinary neurologists at the UW–Madison School of Veterinary Medicine have implemented a new technique that helps pinpoint the source of the problem.
Conference to assist Wisconsin plastics manufacturers
Plastics executives, business owners, and process engineers can learn about technology transfer opportunities of cutting-edge research that will re-shape the landscape of plastics engineering and manufacturing during a two-day conference at UW–Madison.
UW-Madison reaches out to help businesses, stronger economy
UW-Madison is in the first year of a new initiative to help businesses and, in the process, contribute to a stronger state economy.
Tobacco Quit Line saves state $16 million in health-care costs
The Wisconsin Tobacco Quit Line has helped more than 6,000 smokers to quit, saving Wisconsin citizens approximately $16 million dollars in health-care costs during three years of operation.
Lakeshore Path improvements underway
The project, which began May 3, will improve safety, maintain accessibility, and prevent flooding and erosion.
Two faculty win Shaw Scientist awards
The Greater Milwaukee Foundation has honored two UW–Madison scientists with the Foundation's 2004 Shaw Scientist Award.
Study examines future of species extinction, conservation
Extinction doesn't just affect the species that disappears -- it alters entire communities, changing both how the community as a whole and the individual species within it will respond to environmental degradation, according to results published in the May 13 issue of Nature.
Pre-conference will explore ‘converging technologies’
The Office of Education Outreach at UW–Madison is convening a pre-conference to the 20th Annual Distance Teaching and Learning Conference on Aug. 2-3 at the Monona Terrace Convention Center in Madison.
Smokers welcome help in quitting when offered at clinic visits
According to a study just published in Preventive Medicine, 68 percent of smokers who were offered free smoking-cessation treatment during their regular clinic visits took advantage of the invitation.