Category Employee News

Major grant aims at breaking the habit of implicit bias

October 11, 2010

A University of Wisconsin–Madison doctor who has long worked to increase the entry of women into the scientific workforce has won a grant to develop video games to uncover and neutralize implicit, unintentional biases against women, minorities and people with disabilities. Read More

Wisconsin School of Business Homecoming Gala recognizes outstanding alumni, outgoing dean

October 9, 2010

Wisconsin School of Business Dean Michael Knetter, was honored on Friday, Oct. 8 for his multitude of contributions to the school. The Wisconsin… Read More

UW-Madison ranks 19th in New York Times mentions spanning 60 years

October 8, 2010

A new study of university news coverage in the New York Times during a 60-year period found that the University of Wisconsin–Madison ranks 19th nationally in the number of mentions in the newspaper. Read More

Campuswide furlough dates adjusted for 2010-11 year

October 8, 2010

The University of Wisconsin–Madison is in its second year of state-mandated employee furloughs and has adjusted the date of one of the designated campuswide furlough days for the 2010-11 school year. Read More

UW-Madison research expenditures top the $1 billion mark

October 7, 2010

For the first time, annual research expenditures at the University of Wisconsin–Madison have surpassed the $1 billion milestone. Read More

Meeting of the Minds: Sifting and Winnowing in New York City

October 6, 2010

Chancellor Biddy Martin moderated the first Meeting of the Minds event in New York City on Sept. 29. The event brought together distinguished faculty, key campus officials and alumni to discuss pressing contemporary topics that include media ethics, politics, the economy and the environment. Read about the event, see photos and view video. Read More

October is flu shot month for students, faculty, staff

October 4, 2010

The first University of Wisconsin–Madison flu shot clinic of the season will be held Friday, Oct. 1, at the SERF, 715 W. Dayton St., from noon-5 p.m.. Students, faculty and staff can drop in without an appointment, get their seasonal flu shot out of the way and be treated to some early Halloween candy. Read More

Ethnic Studies Week kicks off with lecture on legacy of civil rights

September 29, 2010

The University of Wisconsin–Madison will join educational institutions around the nation in celebrating Ethnic Studies Week with a kickoff event today (Sept. 29) from 5:30-7:30 p.m. in 4141 Helen C. White Library. Read More

UW-Madison Ph.D. programs near top of doctoral class

September 28, 2010

Twenty-three doctoral programs at the University of Wisconsin–Madison rank in the top 15 percent in their respective fields, according to an assessment released today (Sept. 28) by the National Research Council (NRC). Read More

WUD committee hosts post-Obama discussion

September 27, 2010

After President Barack Obama’s rally on Library Mall on Tuesday, Sept. 28, the Wisconsin Union Directorate Society and Politics Committee will host a discussion about the message and its effect on the upcoming elections. Read More

Details announced on President Barack Obama’s Library Mall event: If you plan to attend

September 27, 2010

All those planning to attend President Barack Obama’s Democratic National Committee political rally on the University of Wisconsin–Madison on Tuesday, Sept. 28 should keep in mind several important logistical details. Read More

Details on President Obama’s Library Mall event: If you live, work or study around Library Mall

September 27, 2010

If you live, work or study in the Library Mall area: The visit of a president is a rare event, and carries with… Read More

Buildings affected by President Obama’s Library Mall event

September 27, 2010

State Historical Society of Wisconsin: The building will be closed to the public on Tuesday. Events have been canceled or relocated. Memorial Union: The Union… Read More

Diversity forum to address areas of success

September 22, 2010

Last year’s diversity forum planted the idea that UW–Madison’s drive toward excellence is tied to the diversity of the institution. This year, organizers will build on that idea, focusing on a theme of “Cultivating Excellence: Nurturing the Seeds of Success.” Read More

UW-Madison entrepreneurship programs make top 25 list

September 22, 2010

The Wisconsin School of Business at the University of Wisconsin–Madison was recognized by The Princeton Review for Entrepreneur magazine as having one of the top 25 entrepreneurship programs at both the graduate and undergraduate levels in the country. Read More

Campus activities at the Wisconsin Book Festival, Sept. 29–Oct. 3

September 22, 2010

In its ninth year, the Wisconsin Book Festival has something for everyone during five days of panels, workshops and performances by local and nationally recognized authors. This year’s theme, “Beliefs,” reflects a multiplicity of perspectives that add vibrancy to the life of a community. Read More

Category Employee News

Major grant aims at breaking the habit of implicit bias

Wisconsin School of Business Homecoming Gala recognizes outstanding alumni, outgoing dean

UW-Madison ranks 19th in New York Times mentions spanning 60 years

Campuswide furlough dates adjusted for 2010-11 year

UW-Madison research expenditures top the $1 billion mark

Meeting of the Minds: Sifting and Winnowing in New York City

October is flu shot month for students, faculty, staff

Ethnic Studies Week kicks off with lecture on legacy of civil rights

UW-Madison Ph.D. programs near top of doctoral class

WUD committee hosts post-Obama discussion

Details announced on President Barack Obama’s Library Mall event: If you plan to attend

Details on President Obama’s Library Mall event: If you live, work or study around Library Mall

Buildings affected by President Obama’s Library Mall event

Diversity forum to address areas of success

UW-Madison entrepreneurship programs make top 25 list

Campus activities at the Wisconsin Book Festival, Sept. 29–Oct. 3

Reaching beyond the boundaries of the university

Division of Student Life: New name, new changes

Academic staff gallery features artwork of Georgene Pomplun