University of Wisconsin–Madison

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Photos: Campus responds to ruling in Tony Robinson case

More than 50 people gathered at the Multicultural Student Center (MSC) in the Red Gym to watch live news coverage of Dane County District Attorney Ismael Ozanne’s decision regarding the death of Tony Robinson on May 12. Robinson, a 19-year-old African-American man, was shot and killed March 6, 2015, on Madison’s Near East Side by …

Brazilian beef industry moves to reduce its destruction of rain forests

Expansion of cattle pastures has led to the destruction of huge swaths of rain forest in Brazil, home to the world’s largest herd of commercial beef cattle. But a new study led by the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s Holly Gibbs shows that market-driven “zero deforestation agreements” have dramatically influenced the behavior of ranchers and the slaughterhouses to which they sell.

Top 15 of 2015

Every student’s journey to commencement is unique, but some of this year’s graduates have demonstrated extraordinary perseverance in obtaining a degree. Many have already jumpstarted their careers as entrepreneurs or cutting-edge researchers, and others have made a difference in their communities through outreach projects and public service.