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UW-Madison entrepreneurship programs make top 25 list
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
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
Reaching beyond the boundaries of the university
David O’Connor, admission counselor and UW–Madison’s American Indian recruiter, is no stranger to travel. Read More
Division of Student Life: New name, new changes
The Division of Student Life, formerly the Offices of the Dean of Students (ODOS), began the 2010–11 academic year with a new divisional name. Read More
Academic staff gallery features artwork of Georgene Pomplun
From scenes of rolling green hills and red barns in warm evening sunlight to the distinctive architecture of the UW campus, the oil paintings of Georgene Pomplun evoke the essence of life in south central Wisconsin. Read More
Fall Roundtable schedule set
University Roundtable has announced its fall program schedule. Read More
Campus diversity efforts to focus on achievement gap, shared definition
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
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
New children’s center opens in University Houses
A new campus children’s center is set to open in UW–Madison’s University Houses this month. Read More
Send us your photos!
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
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
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
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
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
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
For 29 consecutive years, the Multicultural Orientation Reception has woven together a mix of information and celebration. Read More
Recent sightings: LGBT social
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
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