New mechanical engineering building set for generations of innovation
When the Mechanical Engineering Building on the University of Wisconsin–Madison campus opened its doors in 1930, sliding chalkboards and concrete floors were among its most innovative features. Read More
Researchers underscore limitations of genetic ancestry tests
Although many people rely on commercially available genetic tests for insights into their ancestry, consumers should be aware of significant limitations in such testing, according to a group of researchers commenting in today's issue of the journal Science. Read More
Professor’s film on Native American soldiers to air on PBS
Patty Loew, a veteran television journalist and an associate professor of life sciences communication, has long wondered what motivated Native American veterans — including her grandfather — to fight for a country that considered them outsiders. Now, she has produced “Way of the Warrior,” a one-hour documentary that will air nationally on the PBS network in November, to explore these motivations. Read More
New student programs office requires transfer students to take part in SOAR
The Office of New Student Programs recently updated its policies to require all students transferring to the university to attend an on-campus SOAR orientation program prior to enrolling for courses. Read More
Is a strike on Iran inevitable? Iran expert to speak on campus
News reports from Washington, D.C. and Tehran differ on the reasons why the U.S. may seek to attack Iran in the coming months. Neither country disputes the fact, however, that Iran is next on the list of targets in President Bush's "War on Terror." Read More
Application deadline is February 1
The application deadline for fall admission is February 1. This deadline applies to freshman, transfer, and reentry applicants. All complete applications received by or… Read More
Employee flu shots available starting Oct. 29
The Environment, Health and Safety Department will again offer a wide variety of times and locations for on-campus employee flu shot clinics. Read More
Public invited to see building plans at Chazen town hall meeting
The Chazen Museum of Art invites the community to a town hall meeting to view plans for the museum’s building expansion. Read More
Homecoming to launch School of Medicine and Public Health centennial
The formal campus celebration of the School of Medicine and Public Health’s centennial will begin during the Homecoming football game between Wisconsin and Indiana. A special on-field ceremony will introduce the centennial to those in the stadium. Read More
UW continues anti-sweatshop campaign
UW-Madison continues to be a national leader among colleges and universities working to curb sweatshop abuses in licensed-apparel manufacturing. Read More
Tickets now available for Tudor holiday dinner concerts
Tickets are now available for the Wisconsin Union’s Tudor holiday concerts. Read More
Iran expert to speak in Madison
UW-Madison will host one of the country’s experts on Iran at 8 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 25, for the speech “Is a U.S. Military Strike on Iran Inevitable?” Read More
Activities abound during Homecoming
Everyone is a Badger during Homecoming Week, and a week’s worth of fun and games from students and the Wisconsin Alumni AssociationWisconsin Alumni Association will rev up spirit levels on campus and in the Madison community before the homecoming game on Saturday, Oct. 27. Read More
Two to receive CALS distinguished service awards
Biochemist Hector DeLuca and former dean Leo Walsh will receive Distinguished Service Awards from the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences at an awards banquet on Thursday, Oct. 25. Read More
University provides primer on effort reporting
The process of certifying employee effort on sponsored projects — external grants and contracts — has received increased attention on campus in recent months and generated a number of questions from within the university community. Read More
Employee Matters
Beneficiary designations and their importance Read More