Save the date: UW–Madison sets weekend to celebrate 2020 graduates
The weekend of events will include a Saturday celebration at Camp Randall with guest speakers, music, campus traditions and photo opportunities. Read More
Statue designed by Badger installed
Walking through the Highland Avenue underpass beneath Campus Drive will be a unique experience now that a new public art project designed by a UW student has been installed there. Read More
Great Lakes research to fuel emerging bioeconomy
GLBRC is laying the groundwork for economically viable and environmentally sustainable biorefineries that use dedicated bioenergy crops grown on land unsuitable for food production — work that could serve as a cornerstone for an emerging bioeconomy. Read More
Three UW–Madison students were finalists for Truman Scholarship
The Truman Scholarship recognizes outstanding leadership potential, a commitment to a career in government or the nonprofit sector, and academic excellence. Read More
UW offers community vaccinations
University Health Services is also now able to offer vaccines to anyone who lives, works or studies in Wisconsin, including friends and family of UW–Madison students and employees. Read More
In-person classes continue — with safeguards
While much instruction has gone virtual, some classes with under 50 students continued in person, including many labs requiring hands-on learning. Take a look. Read More
Why do we call it herd immunity?
The term first appeared in a British public health journal in 1923 in reference to bacterial transmission in mice. This study looked at vaccines, and how vaccinating some mice out of a group — or a “herd” — might begin to prevent bacterial transmission between them. Read More
Center for Dairy Research partners with entrepreneur on innovative, milk permeate-based sports drink
A new sports drink developed with the help of the UW–Madison Center for Dairy Research capitalizes on the fact that milk is one of the most hydrating beverages available. Read More
Divine Nine plaza dedicated
Campus leaders and students gathered on Saturday for a dedication ceremony for the Divine Nine Garden Plaza project on East Campus Mall. Read More
Gel loaded with cancer-fighting cells keeps tumors in check after surgery in mice
The proof-of-concept experiments demonstrate that these gels could help battle cancer at a critical moment: when a tumor has been removed but malignant cells continue to lurk after surgery, ready to grow back. Read More
Roads to close for Van Hise Hall repair work starting April 26
Emergency repair work at Van Hise Hall, including removal of concrete paneling, will require road closures on Linden Drive and Charger Street the week of April 26. Read More
UW students team up to develop innovative solutions to dairy industry challenges
The ideas focused on encouraging dairy consumption of Wisconsin students, enhancing the shelf life of dairy products, and utilizing new technologies to improve dairy farming. Read More
UW–Madison wins federal Green Ribbon Schools Postsecondary Sustainability Award
The federal education department cited the university’s “deep legacy of environmental stewardship” and said it remains “a leader in environment- and sustainability-related research, education, and operations.” Read More
UW–Madison’s Kelly named to College of Fellows of the American Theatre
“I am very honored and overcome with emotion about my being given this honor,” says Kelly. Read More
Human-Computer Interaction focuses on technology to improve daily lives
Human-Computer Interaction research at UW–Madison aims to make technology more accessible while fostering efficiency in human-centered tasks. Read More
The Terrace awaits
The sunburst chairs are sitting again by the lake, just waiting for warmer weather to entice visitors. Read More
Returning adult students receive awards for perseverance, community contributions
Each spring, UW–Madison Adult Career and Special Student Services recognizes the determination and leadership of returning adult undergraduate students with scholarships and awards. Read More
Phi Beta Kappa inducts 229 at ceremony
These initiates embody not only academic excellence but demonstrate by completed coursework breadth of study in the liberal arts and sciences beyond minimal degree requirements. Read More
New funding opportunity focuses on COVID-19 impact on adolescents’ health
It is widely recognized that children and adolescents are particularly vulnerable to the social and emotional health effects of the pandemic. Read More
Spring Journalist in Residence series explores how media report on critical news stories
Topics of this semester’s talks range from the evolution of local news coverage to the role of media in the climate change debate. Read More