Dark Energy Survey catalogs nearly 700 million astronomical objects
Astronomical researchers around the world can access these unprecedented data and mine them to make new discoveries about the universe. Read More
Latest developments in testing, access are topics of Thursday forum
An online information session is set for 5 p.m. on Thursday to keep the campus community up to date with the latest on spring COVID-19 testing requirements and the Safer Badgers app. Read More
New UW–Madison Policy Library now live
The online, searchable policy library serves as the single, up-to-date resource for all university-wide polices at UW–Madison. Read More
ISS and IFSS to join the International Division
International Student Services and International Faculty and Staff Services will merge into a new unit as part of an effort to streamline and enhance immigration services offered to students, faculty and staff. Read More
Statement on financial support for students affected by the pandemic
UW–Madison is expecting our second round of stimulus funds to provide approximately $10 million in critical student support, which will be administered by the Office of Student Financial Aid. To complement these funds, UW Madison also continues to solicit and leverage non-federal funding to support students, including those who may not meet criteria for federal funding. Read More
On-campus testing switching to drop-in only
Effective Sunday, Jan. 24, campus testing will transition to drop-in only. While Badger Wellness Ambassadors will begin working on Jan. 25, enforcement of the building access restrictions will not begin until Feb. 1. Read More
Collaborative effort will look at ways to enhance campus response to mental health crises
The primary goal is to further ensure the well-being and safety of students, de-escalate potentially high-stress situations, and promote a shared commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. Read More
Video: Pool your drool
Try these tips in order to have a successful saliva sample as new COVID-19 testing requirements are implemented for the spring semester. Read More
2021 Distinguished Teaching Award recipients announced
Thirteen faculty members have been chosen to receive this year’s Distinguished Teaching Awards, an honor given out since 1953 to recognize the university’s finest educators. Read More
COVID-19 weekly update #3 for faculty and staff
Please take a few moments to make sure you’re ready for the start of the semester on Jan. 25. Read More
How to use the Safer Badgers app
Here's how to get started with the Safer Badgers app — the official COVID-19 app for the University of Wisconsin–Madison. The app provides resources to support health and safety on campus and in the community. Read More
Gov. Evers announces new public health emergency, issues new face coverings order
Gov. Tony Evers today signed Executive Order #104 and Emergency Order #1 establishing a new statewide public health emergency and face coverings requirement as the… Read More
UW Health encourages patients 65 and older to visit uwhealth.org/vaccine
Following today's announcement from the state Department of Health Services that individuals age 65 and older are eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine, here is more information about the process for scheduling appointments. Read More
Safer Badgers app now available in Google Play Store
All members of the campus community are encouraged to download the app from the App Store (for iOS) or Google Play as soon as possible. Read More
Safer Badgers Employee Forum scheduled for Thursday
An online forum for employees and graduate students to learn more about testing requirements, the new Safer Badgers app, facilities access and other employment-related concerns, is scheduled for noon on Jan. 21. Read More
UW researchers develop tool to equitably distribute limited vaccines
The School of Medicine and Public Health and UW Health have developed a tool that incorporates age and socioeconomic status to prioritize vaccine distribution among people who otherwise share similar risks due to their jobs. Read More
COVID Questions: Treating mild cases at home; vaccines don’t affect DNA
For those managing milder symptoms, there are a few things you can do to make the experience less miserable. And it is not true that COVID-19 vaccines will alter your DNA. Read More
Population density and virus strains will affect how regions can resume normal life
“Vaccination programs should consider potential spread rate in different areas. The main driver that will be important is density,” says researcher Tony Ives. Read More
COVID-19 weekly update #2 for faculty and staff
As the spring semester nears, UW–Madison is providing weekly updates to prepare the campus community for expanded testing requirements. Read More
PHMDC updates public health order, expands outdoor gathering size
Outdoor gatherings off-campus of up to 50 people are now permitted provided that participants maintain physical distancing. Read More