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Fall Roundtable schedule set

September 22, 2010

University Roundtable has announced its fall program schedule. Read More

Report highlights strategic-plan progress

September 22, 2010

A report highlighting accomplishments during the first year of “For Wisconsin and the World,” a five-year strategic framework for the campus, is now available online. Read More

Campus diversity efforts to focus on achievement gap, shared definition

September 22, 2010

As he heads into his third year on the job as vice provost for diversity and climate, Damon Williams is putting into place what he’s learned about UW–Madison since taking his post. One of the first steps was bringing a range of diversity programs from across campus together in his office, a reorganization that happened this summer. Read More

Slide show: Bascom Hill through the seasons

September 20, 2010

University Communications photographer Jeff Miller created this time-lapse series of Bascom Hill using photos captured weekly from a fixed location atop Mosse Humanities Building between August 2009 and August 2010. Read More

Slide show: Year of the Arts Takes it to the Streets

September 17, 2010

New children’s center opens in University Houses

September 15, 2010

A new campus children’s center is set to open in UW–Madison’s University Houses this month. Read More

Send us your photos!

September 14, 2010

For years we’ve asked you what you’re looking at in images we provide in Wisconsin Week. Read More

Sixth annual ‘Passing the Mic’ spoken-word series to feature Latin flair

September 10, 2010

Latin rhythms will set a flavorful beat for the sixth annual Passing the Mic spoken-word series Thursday, Sept. 30-Saturday, Oct. 2, in the Wisconsin Historical Society auditorium, 816 State St. Read More

Court puts stem cell researchers back to work, for now

September 9, 2010

A panel of appellate judges removed barriers to embryonic stem cell research funded by federal grants in a decision Thursday, Sept. 9 reversing a suspension of funding ordered in August by another federal judge. Read More

Law School dean to step down, return to faculty

September 8, 2010

University of Wisconsin Law School Dean Kenneth B. Davis Jr. said today (Sept. 8) he will step down in September 2011 and return to the faculty. Read More

New director takes over at Primate Center

September 8, 2010

It is not likely, by a long shot, to be his biggest challenge, but reorienting his collegiate athletic allegiances and keeping peace in the family will be one pressing priority for neurophysiologist Jon Levine, the Northwestern University researcher who takes the reins of the Wisconsin National Primate Research Center (WNPRC) this month. Read More

Student ambassadors reinforce ties with China

September 7, 2010

The University of Wisconsin–Madison has strengthened its relationship with China during the past year, beginning with Chancellor Biddy Martin's spring trip and continuing as the campus welcomed elite Chinese athletes for the fall semester. Now a group of students and staff members have returned from a once-in-a-lifetime trip - one that they hope will continue to inspire their fellow students. Read More

Slide show: Information and Celebration

September 7, 2010

For 29 consecutive years, the Multicultural Orientation Reception has woven together a mix of information and celebration. Read More

Recent sightings: LGBT social

September 3, 2010

Members of the university’s lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) community collect buttons and printed information during an ice cream social and Wisconsin Welcome… Read More

Weekend events will explore elements of hip-hop

September 3, 2010

A series of events this weekend at the University of Wisconsin–Madison will explore the elements of hip-hop: being a DJ, rapping, break dancing, graffiti and… Read More

UW-Madison researcher wins grant to explore policy options for climate change

September 1, 2010

A University of Wisconsin–Madison La Follette School of Public Affairs professor has won a three-year, $183,000 grant from the National Science Foundation to explore options for public-policy mechanisms to address climate change. Read More

Chancellor to participate in web chat on UW–Madison business model

August 31, 2010

University of Wisconsin–Madison Chancellor Biddy Martin will take questions on her call for a new "Badger Partnership" in a Wednesday evening web chat hosted by Madison Magazine. Read More

UW researchers participating in Alzheimer’s Breakthrough Ride

August 31, 2010

Two researchers from the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health in Madison are participating in a cross-country bike ride to promote awareness of Alzheimer's disease. Read More

Multicultural Student Center welcomes students with reception

August 31, 2010

For the 29th year in a row, the University of Wisconsin–Madison's Multicultural Student Center (MSC) welcomes students to campus with an evening of dancing, networking and sharing connections. Read More

Employee bus pass distribution dates set

August 22, 2010

Employees can begin picking up their complimentary Madison Metro bus passes beginning Monday, Aug. 16. Read More