Policy Library Project team publishes recommendations report, transitions to implementation
UW–Madison is one step closer to having an online library for all of its university-wide policies. The implementation phase is focused on preparing to deploy the library during the 2020-21 academic year.
Campus message from Provost Scholz on travel to China
The ongoing coronavirus outbreak centered in Wuhan, China, is likely to disrupt travel in the coming months. UW–Madison health and travel officials discourage nonessential travel to China during the spring semester and recommend members of the UW–Madison campus community make alternate arrangements.
Cheap nanoparticles stimulate immune response to cancer in the lab
If they are shown to work as well in the body as they do in pharmacy Professor Seungpyo Hong's lab, the nanoparticles might provide an effective and more affordable way to fight cancer.
‘Lucky Dog’ Scout and UW School of Veterinary Medicine star in WeatherTech Super Bowl commercial
As Super Bowl LIV airs Sunday, Feb. 2, Scout will appear alongside members of the school's faculty and staff who have been part of the 7-year-old golden retriever’s cancer treatment journey.
Scout, UW star in Super Bowl ad
When clinicians at the University of Wisconsin School of Veterinary Medicine began caring for Scout in July 2019, they had no idea they would soon inspire, and appear in, a Super Bowl commercial. But they had a canine star on their hands, and a very appreciative client. Here is the finished ad.
Scout’s story: UW veterinary medicine featured in Super Bowl commercial
The story of the care "Lucky Dog" Scout is receiving from the UW School of Veterinary Medicine is told here by David MacNeil and the veterinary team. Video by UW–Madison.
Secretary of academic staff hired for same role with faculty
Heather Daniels will be UW–Madison’s next secretary of the faculty. She will start Feb. 11, bringing with her a wealth of experience in shared governance.
Ballroom balance
A UW physical therapy lecturer leads a class in “ballroom balance” for older adults worried about staying upright. They’re overcoming their fear of falling — and having fun in the process. Says one student who volunteers with the class: “What good is all this learning if we’re not actually going to apply it to the people in our community?”
Wisconsin Idea Seminar engages UW–Madison faculty and staff with state
This year’s “Bay Tour” is May 11–15 and will include experiences along the shores of Green Bay and Lake Michigan, with stops at the Oneida Nation of Wisconsin, Door County, and other specially chosen sites along the way.
UW–Madison student engineers to host concrete canoe competitions
The university's civil and environmental engineering students will host the regional competition April 2–4 and the national competition June 13–15. UW–Madison won five consecutive national titles from 2003 to 2007.
Message on coronavirus from UHS Executive Director Jake Baggott
I want to share with you how the university is responding to the coronavirus outbreak in east and southeast Asia. There are no confirmed cases of coronavirus in Wisconsin. I hope this message will address any questions and ease any concerns you may have.
Longtime political scientist, scholar on African politics M. Crawford Young dies at 88
Young was a central figure in the creation of UW–Madison’s African Studies Program. His leadership and support helped the program thrive, and he remained active in it until his death.
American Family Insurance announces creation of David R. Anderson Chair
The position will direct the American Family Data Science Institute, a collaborative network at UW–Madison that will develop cutting-edge methods and fund data-driven research.
2020 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.
Vice chancellor for research and graduate education finalists will give campus talks
The search for UW–Madison’s next chief research officer has advanced. A search committee, chaired by Bill Murphy, professor of biomedical engineering and orthopedics and rehabilitation, has selected four finalists for vice chancellor for research and graduate education.
New weather ‘normals’ show how Madison’s climate has changed over 40 years
The National Weather Service’s new 30-year averages will show an extra 2.5 inches of precipitation, less early winter snowfall, and warmer summer nights have all become normal.
Blank’s Slate: Potential for collaboration statewide
Chancellor Rebecca Blank visited Eau Claire, Wausau, Stevens Point and Black River Falls this month, connecting with local leaders and alumni while touring major businesses and bringing a gift to the Ho-Chunk Nation.
Q & A: Mota anticipates opportunities, challenges as ADA coordinator
Ruben Mota has been hired as UW–Madison’s Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) coordinator. He comes to the position from the McBurney Disability Resource Center, where he was associate director, student services.
Partnership fosters entrepreneurship that has social impact
Entrepreneurship can be measured in more than just financial success, says the leader of an effort to incorporate solving social problems into entrepreneurial ventures in…
Deductions for parking fees, vanpool and bus passes changing to pre-tax
Employees who are paid monthly will see the pre-tax deduction on their paycheck dated Jan. 31 for the pay period of Jan. 1–Jan. 31. Those who are paid biweekly will see the pre-tax deduction on their paycheck dated Jan. 30 for the pay period of Jan. 5–Jan. 18.