Category Employee News
Outreach efforts earn UW–Madison employee award from public schools
There has been a marked increase in green slime, exploding volcanoes, and rockets blasting off in the Madison public schools over the past few years, thanks to the hard work of Dolly Ledin at UW–Madison’s Institute for Biology Education. Read More
APR campus forum on Oct. 19 focuses on work of process-improvement teams
Several process redesign teams will talk about the progress of their redesign projects and share their findings with campus. Read More
Moynihan elected fellow of the National Academy of Public Administration
University of Wisconsin–Madison public affairs professor Donald Moynihan has been elected a fellow of the National Academy of Public Administration, one of the youngest members to be elected since Congress chartered the academy in 1967. Read More
Ladson-Billings honored as AERA’s 2011 Brown Lecturer
Leaders of the American Educational Research Association (AERA) have honored Gloria Ladson-Billings, a professor in the University of Wisconsin–Madison's Department of Curriculum and Instruction, by selecting her to give the eighth annual Brown Lecture in Education. Read More
Medical foods for PKU diet enter phase II clinical trials
Mealtimes aren't quite as enjoyable for people with phenylketonuria (PKU) as they are for the rest of us. Those with this genetic disorder have to get their protein by drinking a foul-tasting amino acid "formula." At the same time, they must avoid natural proteins - eschewing burgers, ice cream and even regular bread - because they lack the enzyme needed to process phenylalanine, one of the 19 amino acids that comprise protein. Read More
You did it! Bucky Challenge earns nearly $20,000 for scholarships
UW–Madison and the Wisconsin Alumni Association have a message for the campus community of social media users: You have accomplished something historic. Read More
Charitable campaign counts on generosity of public employees
Volunteers who conduct Dane County’s largest workplace charitable campaign are counting on co-workers to open their hearts and wallets this fall even as they pay significantly more toward their own health care and retirement benefits. Read More
American Chemical Society honors UW–Madison professors
Four UW–Madison professors have won awards from the American Chemical Society in recognition of research excellence. Read More
Gabe Javier: Sharing stories to help others share their own
Since arriving in August, Gabe Javier, assistant dean of students and director of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) Campus Center, has hit the ground running. Read More
Forum participants spend day discussing diversity issues
As an expert in educational practice and policy as it relates to diverse student populations, Pedro Noguera summarized the nation’s dilemma repeatedly in his address to more than 500 participants at the annual UW–Madison Diversity Forum, held Oct. 6. Read More
Vice chancellor named to task force studying UW System
The membership of a task force to study the UW System’s structure and possible administrative flexibilities was completed Monday when Gov. Scott Walker named its final two members, including UW–Madison Vice Chancellor Darrell Bazzell. Read More
Building a new cadre of science faculty, center makes next big leap
The national experiment to develop a new generation of college science and engineering faculty, one equipped to excel in the classroom as well as the lab, is about to shift into high gear. Read More
Psychologist to explain 3-D perception to National Geographic audience
Bas Rokers, an assistant professor of psychology at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, will illustrate how our brains process visual motion and depth during the three-part National Geographic television series "Brain Games." Read More
Eleven professors appointed to named professorships
Eleven distinguished faculty members have received named professorships, some of the highest honors for established faculty. Read More
Pro Arte Quartet turns 100, celebrates with new commissions, free concerts, lectures
To celebrate its centennial year, the Pro Arte Quartet has commissioned original works from four contemporary composers, all of which will be given their world premieres during the 2011-12 season. Read More
Ward looks to “self-help” in tough budget times
Although the University of Wisconsin–Madison faces stiff budgetary challenges, Interim Chancellor David Ward told the Faculty Senate Monday that there are avenues of “self help” available to lighten their impact. Read More
Employees: Details on health insurance co-pay, benefit enrollment period
The annual benefit enrollment and change period for employees is under way, and recent state legislation has brought significant changes. Read More
Slide show: Magical Night
Badger fans signal No. 8 Wisconsin's big win over No. 7 Nebraska at Camp Randall Stadium on Oct. 1, 2011. The Badgers won 48-17 in what was Nebraska’s first conference game as a Big Ten member. Read More
