Stem cell research funding backed
President George Bush will allow federal funding for limited embryonic stem cell research.
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Gift boosts pharmacy research
A $1.5 million grant from the Madison-based Oscar Rennebohm Foundation will help the School of Pharmacy test and develop useful new drugs.
Olson appointed to state Group Insurance Board
Gov. Scott McCallum has appointed UW-Madison staff member Esther Olson to the state Group Insurance Board.
Stem cell statement by Chancellor John Wiley
Aug. 8, 2001 STATEMENT BY UW-MADISON CHANCELLOR JOHN D. WILEY Regarding proposed legislation to be introduced Aug. 9 by Assembly Representative Steve Freeese and State Senator Bob Welch; the legislation could prohibit embryonic stem cell research: “The University of Wisconsin-Madison is poised to lead the nation in embryonic stem cell research, research that holds great …
Student archaeologists dig into experience
Five UW-Madison students are acquiring valuable experience this summer at an archaeological dig just a short distance from campus.
Campus bus routes will offer free rides in fall
Beginning Monday, Aug. 27, UW-Madison students, employees and visitors will no longer have to purchase a pass or put 50 cents in the fare box to ride campus “L” and “LN” buses.
Galleries seek art submissions
The Wisconsin Union Galleries seeks submissions for the 2002 exhibition season. The deadline is Oct. 5.
Employees asked to help reduce heat load
As the summer weather heats up, UW-Madison building managers are asking employees to take all possible measures to reduce building heat loads and chilled water consumption.
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UW-Madison declares chilled water emergency
The chilled water systems that cool buildings at UW-Madison are unable to keep up with demand of recent extreme heat and humidity, and Physical Plant officials have declared a chilled water emergency that could last for at least another day.
Hinden named interim dean of international studies
Michael Hinden, associate dean of international studies and professor of English, will serve as the interim dean of international studies while the UW-Madison conducts its search for a permanent dean, Chancellor John Wiley announced Wednesday, Aug. 1.
Event promotes international research
The Center for International Business Education and Research is hosting a three-day seminar to help Ph.D. students to engage in international research.
Construction affects Camp Randall parking
Construction of an upgraded underground utility distribution system for Camp Randall Stadium will limit access to parking as well as change pedestrian and bicycle traffic in the area for the next several months.
Babcock store ceremony today
The Babcock Dairy Store, which recently reopened to the public after undergoing a major renovation, will be the site of an official ribbon-cutting ceremony today, July 31, at 3:30 p.m.
Hasler memorial Aug. 4
Campus community members will recall the life and career of Arthur Davis Hasler (1908-2001) Saturday, Aug. 4, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Alumni Lounge, Pyle Center, 702 Langdon St.
Magnuson tribute Aug. 6
A tribute to retiring UW-Madison professor John J. Magnuson is scheduled Monday, Aug. 6, 7:30 p.m., 6191 Helen C. White Hall, 600 N. Park St.
How wild is the north woods? Not very, biologists say
Biologists have constructed a new map for the north woods of Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Michigan that they say reflects how “wild” ecological conditions are across the region.
UW-Madison names interim business dean
R.D. Nair has been named interim dean of the School of Business effective Sept. 1.
Budget deal boosts UW
A state budget deal reached this week includes full funding for the university’s BioStar building projects and a total of $23.8 million and 130 positions for the Madison Initiative public-private funding partnership.
Ice cream store opens officially July 31
A ribbon-cutting ceremony and ice cream social will mark the grand opening of the remodeled Babcock Dairy Store Tuesday, July 31. Several hundred invited guests, including Wisconsin’s Alice in Dairyland, are expected to attend.