Meningitis response a testament to strong campus, community partnerships
More than 21,000 students (77 percent of undergraduates) received their first dose of life-saving vaccine — one of the most successful efforts ever on a college campus.
Newly identified gene helps time spring flowering in vital grass crops
The discovery may help plant breeders and engineers get more from food and energy crops.
Update: Windsurfer in Lake Mendota collision identified
We are deeply saddened by this loss of life. UW–Madison strives for safety on Lake Mendota at all times, through all units that operate on the water.
D-Day invasion was bolstered by UW–Madison penicillin project
By discovering new strains, isolating more productive mutants, and improving growing methods, UW biologists helped supply Allied troops with enough penicillin to treat life-threatening infections.
Coming soon to the Chazen Museum of Art
The Chazen Museum of Art has a new work from artist Jim Dine, due to arrive in June. Dine spent two years on the four-panel mural, working on it at his studio in Paris.
Bacteria may supercharge the future of wastewater treatment
Wastewater from our sinks, toilets, showers and washing machines can be turned into valuable products with the help of scientists and unique bacteria.
First cohort of Native students to graduate from UW–Madison college pipeline program
The extensive program for students from tribal communities is a new component of a long-running UW diversity initiative called the Information Technology Academy.
A rainbow on Memorial Day
A Monday afternoon shower brought a vivid display of colors to the sky above Lake Mendota, as seen from UW–Madison's Memorial Union.
New leadership center inspired by Gov. Thompson’s legacy
“Gov. Thompson’s rich legacy deserves such recognition. He is a policy iconoclast who values quality research and analysis from across the political spectrum ,” La Follette School Director Donald Moynihan said.
Statement from Chancellor Blank on Joint Finance Committee action
New funding included in the state budget will be used by UW–Madison and campuses across the state to educate students and prepare them to become the next generation of highly-skilled employees needed by employers in Wisconsin and beyond.
Government transparency limited when it comes to America’s conserved private lands
“It’s difficult or impossible to advance planning, monitoring and evaluation without good information about where private land conservation is happening,” says UW researcher Adena Rissman.
Zika infections could be factor in more pregnancies
“It’s sobering," says researcher Ted Golos. "If microcephaly is the tip of the iceberg for babies infected in pregnancy, the rest of the iceberg may be bigger than we’ve imagined.”
Cultural value of natural world doesn’t depend only on species diversity
Researcher Rose Graves' work in North Carolina has implications for other regions with deep ties to nature, such as lake- and forest-filled Wisconsin.
Seminar strengthens ties between UW–Madison and fellow Wisconsinites
You can’t see everything Wisconsin has to offer in only five days. But in that time you can get a glimpse of the state’s incredible…
Statement from Chancellor Blank on the federal budget proposal
The administration’s FY ‘18 budget proposal makes deep cuts to federally funded research, the arts and humanities, and programs that foster access and affordability for…
Rowing is a family tradition for Maddie Wanamaker
As Wisconsin heads to the NCAA Rowing Championships, On Wisconsin magazine profiles Maddie Wanamaker, a UW rower from Neenah who overcame personal doubts to pursue her competitive dreams to the next level.
Blank forms committee to review student services structure
Over the past decade, the complexity of student issues has increased, more frequently requiring close collaboration and coordination among units across campus.
Chemistry professor honored for early-career teaching and research
Randall Goldsmith, whose work enables insights on a number of issues in science, is among the 13 U.S. early-career faculty members in the chemical sciences to win a 2017 Camille Dreyfus Teacher-Scholar Award.
Interim director Phillips will head UW–Madison’s admissions office
André Phillips will serve as the chief designer of local, national and international recruitment strategy for UW–Madison.
Bucky on Parade: Public art project featuring Bucky Badger coming in spring 2018
Bucky on Parade will bring the Badger spirit to the streets of Madison and Dane County as Bucky Badger is interpreted in works of art.