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Roads to close for Van Hise Hall repair work starting April 26

April 23, 2021

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

April 23, 2021

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

April 22, 2021

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

April 22, 2021

“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

April 21, 2021

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

April 21, 2021

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

April 20, 2021

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

April 20, 2021

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

April 19, 2021

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

April 19, 2021

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

Tour of L&S, engineering facilities highlights need for new buildings

April 12, 2021

“The two projects that are in the budget for this year are cornerstones for growth and success at UW–Madison,” Chancellor Rebecca Blank said. Read More

Four faculty receive 2021 Hilldale Awards

April 12, 2021

The Hilldale Awards go to one faculty member each from the arts and humanities, social sciences, physical sciences and biological sciences, selected from nominations by department chairs. Read More

Health tool significantly reduces medication over-prescription, improving patient safety

April 9, 2021

A new study from a team of researchers at the University of Wisconsin–Madison has found that the e-prescribing tool CancelRx more than doubled the proportion of successfully discontinued medications, from 34 percent to 93 percent, at UW Health, a major health system in Wisconsin. Read More

2021 KidWind challenge gusts ahead as a virtual competition

April 9, 2021

6th grader John Dreher cuts out geometric shapes that he designed for wind turbine blades. The cardboard structures were then replicated and mounted on… Read More

New Data Science degree emerges as the fastest growing major at UW–Madison

April 8, 2021

The decision to create the Data Science major came after a university-wide recognition that this field of study is one of the most rapidly emerging career sectors in the nation. Read More

UW-Madison to launch Director of Athletics search

April 7, 2021

The Athletic Director identifies, hires, supports, and evaluates head coaches in all 23 Badger varsity sports. The AD is responsible for the planning and operation of the unit’s $130 million annual budget. Read More

Praise to thee, Barry

April 6, 2021

UW-Madison Athletic Director Barry Alvarez answered questions and shared memories with the press during a press conference at the Kohl Center Tuesday. Read More

Beyond Bars Scholarship honors alum, supports UW–Madison students

April 2, 2021

A new scholarship fund will support UW–Madison students with past involvement in the criminal justice system. Read More

Disrupted biochemical pathway in the brain linked to bipolar disorder

April 1, 2021

The results offer a foundation for research into treating the often-overlooked cognitive impairments of bipolar disorder, such as memory loss, and add to a growing understanding of how the biochemistry of the brain affects health and disease. Read More

Veterinary clinic for homeless pet owners meets growing demand

April 1, 2021

Even during the pandemic, WisCARES is committed to keeping families intact, building trusting relationships with their clients, and providing resources and services to those in need. Read More