Two from UW–Madison contribute to human gene editing report
The National Academy of Sciences and National Academy of Medicine issued a 258-page report Tuesday (Feb. 14) focused on human genome editing. It lays out… Read More
Feel the #LOVEUW
Happy Valentine’s Day, Badgers! Looking for a clever way to convey your sentiments to that special someone? Our social media specialists have just the thing. Read More
Trailblazing African history scholar Jan Vansina dies
Vansina's work led to acceptance in the academic world of oral traditions as valid sources of history, countering the once-prevalent attitude that cultures without texts had no history. Read More
Colleagues remember Liz Beyler Kraak
Liz Beyler Kraak, 69, a former UW–Madison broadcast and university relations specialist, died Feb. 9 after a battle with Alzheimer’s disease. Read More
UW-Madison students graduating with less average debt
The average student loan debt for those graduating from UW–Madison with a bachelor’s degree fell from $28,768 to $28,255 in 2016. And the UW’s loan default rate is well below the national level. Read More
UW offering computer user experience design certificate
Given the value of improving interactions between humans and computers in a digitized world, user experience design practitioners are increasingly in demand. Read More
UW-Madison names interim CIO
Michael Lehman, a special advisor to the chancellor overseeing a comprehensive review of campus information technology governance, has been named interim chief information officer. Read More
Governor’s budget includes additional funding, policy proposals
Gov. Scott Walker released on Wednesday his proposal for funding state government over the next two years, including roughly $105 million in new funding for the University of Wisconsin System, $35 million to fund a 5 percent tuition reduction, about $5.7 million more for UW System student aid through the Wisconsin Grants program, and new funding for the WI Rural Physician Residency Assistant Program and Alzheimer’s research at UW–Madison. Read More
Committee seeks applications for facilities leader
A search and screen committee chaired by Mark Markel, dean of the School of Veterinary Medicine, will recommend finalists for the position of associate vice chancellor for facilities planning and management. Read More
Wisconsin State Laboratory of Hygiene director finalists announced
The director provides leadership in analytical services, research, teaching and outreach, as well as policy issues impacting public and environmental health in Wisconsin. Read More
University hires consultant to study job titles and compensation
Mercer Consulting, which has worked with organizations across all industries, will provide technical expertise in the development of new title and compensation structures for UW System institutions. Read More
Statement from Chancellor Blank on governor’s UW System proposal
Chancellor Blank responds to Gov. Scott Walker's Feb. 7 announcement about UW System funding and policies. Read More
UW-Madison program conveys progress to Oconto manufacturer
Conveyor maker Nercon's leaders learned new productivity techniques from UW–Madison's Engineering Professional Development department. Read More
Leadership team changes at School of Nursing
The University of Wisconsin–Madison School of Nursing is implementing a new organizational and leadership structure that includes, among other changes, a new associate dean… Read More
Forest ‘islands’ offer refuge to wintering birds
UW-Madison researchers studying forest microclimates show that these refuges may mean the difference between life and death for the black-capped chickadee and its kin. Read More
Beyond eating: Indirectly, deer change the landscape
Scientists are studying how the animal’s behaviors affect the wildflowers and other herbs that blanket the forest floor. Read More
Frozen frolic
UW-Madison students and members of the community celebrated the season at the Hoofers Winter Carnival Saturday. Read More
High school and middle school students crystallize science
From March 1 to April 30, participating students will work to grow large and high quality crystals from safe, common materials. Read More
Happy Founders’ Day!
Founders' Day is the anniversary of the first day of classes at UW–Madison. From 20 students learning Latin and arithmetic on Feb. 5, 1849, to more than 43,000 students today, the campus is vibrant and continues to make history. Read More
Blank to Regents: New investment needed to maintain high quality
“Some of you run companies,” Chancellor Blank said to the Board of Regents. “You know that if you don’t invest as much as your competitors, you will fall behind.” Read More