Income continuation options for student employees
UW–Madison is extending income continuation options to student employees. The following updates provide guidance for federal work-study students, students currently working remotely, and students who are no longer able to work due to the COVID-19 pandemic and reduced campus operations. Read More
Four UW–Madison students named 2020 Goldwater Scholars — the most possible for any institution
Congress established the Barry Goldwater Scholarship & Excellence in Education Foundation in 1986. The foundation aims to develop highly qualified scientists, engineers and mathematicians. Read More
UW–Madison publishing and printing team makes face shields to protect UW Hospital workers
“It’s literally like Santa’s workshop – everybody’s playing a part to get this done … We’re in this doom and gloom time, and this is a way they can help at a time when many feel hopeless." Read More
Sign up to receive UW–Madison’s COVID-19 Update
As we navigate this global pandemic together, we invite you to subscribe to our new COVID-19 Update newsletter, designed to keep you up to date on COVID-19 news, resources and research from the University of Wisconsin–Madison. Read More
Social distancing on Library Mall
On April 1, a sign on Library Mall puts a positive spin on the unusually empty corridor as people observe a stay-at-home order during the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More
COVID-19 leave extended through May 1
The university is expanding the COVID-19 paid leave benefit to support impacted employees through May 1. This provides additional paid leave if an employee is unable to work due to COVID-19 related issues, including the inability to work remotely. Read More
Housing and dining credits
As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, all students no longer living in University Residence Halls will receive a prorated room credit, as well as… Read More
Ask a Librarian: Chat service provides critical outlet for students
In anticipation of more remote inquiries, library staff added more shifts to increase the number of librarians available per shift and expanded contact hours. Now multiple librarians can be reached seven days a week. Read More
Wisconsin Partnership program announces $1.5 million in COVID-19 grant funding
The COVID-19 Response Grant Program provides a strategic, flexible, rapid-response mechanism to support projects that aim to improve the health of the people of Wisconsin by lessening the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic through scientific, medical or public health approaches and through community-led efforts, with a special emphasis on highly vulnerable populations Read More
Answering the call: Engineering alum races from Utah to Wisconsin to contribute ventilator expertise
“It didn’t hit me until I got back to the facility and saw how many people are coming to volunteer. There are so many people who are giving up a lot to do this. It’s really, truly amazing to be a part of it.” Read More
City seeks poll workers for April 7 election
The City of Madison is seeking people to serve as poll workers on Primary Day, Tuesday, April 7. The city needs to replace poll workers… Read More
COVID-19: Tips and resources for entrepreneurs
Last week WARF and UW–Madison hosted a first-ever virtual summit to address what small businesses and entrepreneurs need to know, right now, about the COVID-19 pandemic. Experts from campus and across the region offered intelligence and strategies for navigating uncertain times. Read More
Today is the last day to register to vote online
March 30 is the deadline to register to vote online for the April 7 election. With voters being encouraged to vote online during the COVID-19 crisis, now's the time to take action. Read More
UW-Madison COVID-19 experts available: Food safety, finances, more
Numerous experts from the University of Wisconsin–Madison are available to discuss the impact of COVID-19 and provide tips and information helping people navigate the challenges to their daily lives. Read More
New master’s degree in health informatics meets industry need
The degree provides students with the experience and foundation they need to create innovative solutions aimed at improving current health care practices. Upon graduation, they should be prepared to make data-driven decisions in health policy, data security and clinical practice. Read More
UW–Madison engineers, local manufacturers race pandemic to protect healthcare workers
The group has built prototypes and launched a website where it's encouraging healthcare facilities, manufacturers and donors to fill out an intake form to help assess need and build more connections while production capacity is rapidly expanded. Read More
Spring’s arrival provides reassurance
With the COVID-19 crisis roiling life on campus and all over the world, it's reassuring to see that spring arrived on Thursday, March 19. This year's spring equinox arrived early, and it was welcome. Read More
Students welcomed back to (virtual) classes on Monday
As students prepare to return to instruction on Monday through alternate means, UW–Madison is offering a number of resources to help with the transition, Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs Lori Reesor says. Read More
UW-Madison graduate schools score highly in 2021 rankings
Highlights include the School of Education ranking fourth nationwide (tied for first among public universities), and the School of Pharmacy ranking seventh. Read More
Talking to kids about COVID-19: UW–Madison expert offers tips
What do we tell children in times of uncertainty? There are no easy answers but Travis Wright, an associate professor of counseling psychology at the School of Education, offers some suggestions. Read More