168 students inducted into Phi Beta Kappa
UW–Madison’s ΦΒΚ chapter, founded in 1899, seeks to honor students who rigorously explore the sciences, arts and humanities. Read More
Popular social media apps use AI to analyze photos on your phone, introducing both bias and errors
An analysis of Instagram found that its vision model categorized more than 500 different "concepts," including age and gender, time of day, background images and even what foods people were eating in the photographs. Read More
These jacks-of-all-trades are masters, too: Yeast study helps answer age-old biology question
Researchers mapped the genetic blueprints, appetites, and environments of more than 1,000 species of yeasts, building a family tree that illuminates how these single-celled fungi evolved over the past 400 million years. Read More
Peace Corps ranks UW–Madison as top volunteer-producing university for 2023
The Peace Corps offers unique career advantages, providing volunteers with global perspectives and skills highly valued in today’s interconnected society. Read More
Nanomaterial that mimics proteins could be basis for new neurodegenerative disease treatments
The work centers around altering the interaction between two proteins that are believed to be involved in setting the stage for diseases like Alzheimer's, Parkinson's and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS. Read More
Undergrads embrace opportunity to showcase research at symposium
Two of UW–Madison’s key missions meet at the Undergraduate Symposium: leading-edge knowledge discovery and quality undergraduate education. Read More
Commencement profile: A world away, his family and Tibetan community share in his success
At spring commencement, Phuntsok will be earning a master’s degree in biotechnology, thanks to his own hard work but also the support of his family and UW–Madison. Read More
Chancellor Mnookin joins 60 university leaders to advance civic preparedness and uphold free expression on campus
The consortium's civic commitments stress inclusion as a strength of both American democracy and campus life and affirm the truth-seeking role of higher education through curiosity and inquiry. Read More
Earth Fest Kickoff: Celebrating sustainability progress
Participants in UW–Madison’s first-ever Earth Fest Kickoff Celebration on Friday, April 19, praised the momentum boost for the institution’s sustainability and environmental efforts. Read More
UW–Madison and Sandia National Laboratories expand strategic partnership
UW–Madison’s science and engineering capabilities and history of partnerships make it a principal research center for topics of national security importance, such as quantum science and climate change. Read More
Earth Day experts available from UW–Madison
The 54th Earth Day will be observed on Monday, April 22. Experts from UW–Madison are available on various aspects about the day of observance, including its theme “Planet vs. Plastic,” climate change, human rights, and more. Read More
Three honored for innovation, entrepreneurial excellence
Mark Bakken, James Dahlberg, and Dorri McWhorter received the 2024 Chancellor’s Entrepreneurial Achievement Awards. These entrepreneurs exemplify the Wisconsin Idea — UW–Madison’s longstanding commitment to benefiting the world beyond the boundaries of campus. Read More
From soil to sky, Day at the Capitol highlights span of UW–Madison’s impact
The day highlighted UW–Madison’s ongoing pursuit of innovation for the public good, driven by the Wisconsin Idea. Read More
Robbed by COVID-19, UW seniors finally get the prom they missed in high school
"This prom was more significant than any high school prom could have been for us; it felt like a true celebration of class togetherness and putting the negative effects of the pandemic behind us." Read More
Spins + jumps + ice = lots of fun
Students with edgy skills took to the ice with flair at the Spring 2024 Figure Skating Exhibition at the Sub Zero Ice Center at the Bakke Recreation and Wellbeing Center at UW–Madison on April 7. Read More
Student to student: Out-of-classroom experiences create ‘connectivity’
The extra benefit of out-of-classroom experiences shines through in the students’ work thereafter, as instructors notice an increased understanding of topics that students explored out in the real world. Read More
UW student with foreign policy ambitions receives esteemed Truman Scholarship
In addition to funding for graduate studies, Truman Scholars receive leadership training, career counseling, and special internship and fellowship opportunities within the federal government. Read More
2nd- and 3rd-shift employees recognized for work
A late-night event at Varsity Hall in Union South recognized all the 2nd- and 3rd-shift employees at UW–Madison who ensure campus operations run smoothly, as part of the year long celebration of UW's 175th anniversary. Read More
APIDA Heritage Festival explores cultures
Fun and creativity overflowed during the Asian Pacific Islander Desi American Heritage Festival held at the Red Gym at UW–Madison on April 6. Read More
Cicada experts and resources available from UW–Madison
A historic double brood of cicadas is expected to emerge this spring, with hatchings centered on the Eastern and Midwestern parts of the United States. Read More