Nominees sought for 2020 Administrative Improvement Award
The award recognizes outstanding administrative work that resulted in improved efficiency, increased revenue channels, cost savings and/or improved service delivery.
First cohort of students dives into new physics-quantum computing master’s degree
UW–Madison’s inaugural MS in Physics – Quantum Computing, which addresses a workforce need as the first program of its kind in the U.S., will prime students to enter this rapidly growing field.
Renewing our commitments on diversity and inclusion
The beginning of a new year offers an opportunity to create new resolutions and renew commitments we’ve made in the past. Last fall, a teachable moment around the student-produced Homecoming video reminded us that we must remain diligent to make diversity and inclusion a conscious decision in order to create a welcoming campus climate.
Searches begin for deans of Law School and L&S
In October, Law School Dean Margaret Raymond announced that she would step aside and return to the faculty. Former Letters & Science Dean Karl Scholz left the position when he became provost in August.
Former top facilities official returning to UW in interim role
Alan Fish, former associate vice chancellor for facilities planning and management at UW–Madison, is returning to the campus to serve in his previous position on an interim basis. The search for a permanent associate vice chancellor will begin soon.
Astronaut Mae Jemison to speak at UW–Madison for Martin Luther King Jr. event
A physician and engineer, Jemison — the first woman of color in space — is the founder of two medical technology companies and leader of 100 Year Starship, an effort to ensure human travel to another star within the next century.
Strang joins FP&M as assistant vice chancellor of environment, health & safety
Christopher Strang, who brings more than 25 years of practical and technical experience to UW–Madison, has been selected to be assistant vice chancellor of environment, health & safety in Facilities Planning & Management.
Inflammation predicts response to anti-depression medication
Children and teens with bipolar depression responded better to the drug if they had increased markers of inflammation in their blood, a new UW–Madison study shows.
Rose Bowl welcomes Wisconsin
Look up: How big is the UW–Madison brand? For passersby of the L.A. Live entertainment district this week, it’s as big as it gets. Digital advertisements featuring the university are rotating with some pretty good company: Nike, Netflix, LeBron James and the new Star Wars movie.
Plants may offer potential for new treatment of deadly disease
The Departments of Botany and Geography’s Ken Keefover-Ring had the right training to help analyze plant compounds that could someday slow prostate cancer.
Mindfulness video game changes areas of the brain associated with attention
The game was designed for middle schoolers and requires them to count their breaths by tapping a touch screen to advance through relaxing landscapes such as ancient Greek ruins and outer space.
Badgers head to volleyball championship Saturday
The Wisconsin volleyball team moved past No. 1 Baylor to advance to its third national championship match in school history.
New coating hides temperature change from infrared cameras
With further development, the coating could have applications in heat transfer, camouflage and even in clothing to protect people’s personal privacy.
Moments in Time 2019
Look into our crystal ball and see … the past. In this slide show, University Communications photographers Jeff Miller and Bryce Richter share some of their favorite Moments in Time of 2019.
UW–Madison UniverCity Year program seeks faculty to partner with counties
This year, UniverCity Year expects to make a greater impact across the state by partnering with seven communities at the same time: the villages of Egg Harbor and Marshall, the city of Wisconsin Rapids, and Adams, Brown, La Crosse and Milwaukee counties.
State employee committee to meet on pay plan
In May, the Joint Committee on Finance approved the 2 percent increases, originally proposed by Gov. Tony Evers in his budget bill. The budget was adopted by the legislature in June and signed by Evers in July; the pay plan must also be approved by the Joint Committee on Employment Relations.
Notable and quotable media mentions of 2019
UW–Madison faculty, staff and students are frequently quoted by journalists around the city, the state and the world — informing, educating and, sometimes, entertaining. Here’s a look back at some of the UW–Madison media highlights from 2019.
2019’s most memorable research stories
One of the best things about being on the University of Wisconsin–Madison campus is the opportunity to learn from its passionate scientists and students. While we believe that every research story we do is important, here are some of the ones that taught us the most in 2019.
Website captures Rose Bowl experience beyond the game
If you want to be a Badger, just come along with us – at least virtually – to Pasadena. A new university website, rosebowl.wisc.edu, captures the pomp and circumstance of the 2020 Rose Bowl beyond the football field.
Photo gallery: Winter commencement 2019
Family and friends packed the Kohl Center on Dec. 15 to celebrate with 1,200 graduates taking part in winter commencement exercises.