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UW researchers participating in Alzheimer’s Breakthrough Ride
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.
Multicultural Student Center welcomes students with reception
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.
Employee bus pass distribution dates set
Employees can begin picking up their complimentary Madison Metro bus passes beginning Monday, Aug. 16.
UW Board of Regents forwards budget proposal to increase graduates, create jobs
The University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents Aug. 19 approved a two-year budget intended to boost Wisconsin’s economy by increasing the number of UW…
UW-Madison, Chancellor Martin welcome group of Chinese athletes
They may be well-known in their native China, but the group of elite student-athletes and coaches who are living and studying at the University of Wisconsin–Madison this fall are blending in and immersing themselves in the life of UW–Madison students.
Social Security at 75: Rooted in the Wisconsin Idea
This 2006 article is excerpted from “On Wisconsin” magazine and provides a window into the creation of Social Security, which marked its 75th anniversary on Saturday, Aug. 14.
Rafael Casal: Making the most of his fearlessness
He’s the professional artist who honed his craft and distilled his style at the University of Wisconsin–Madison for close to three years.
Charter Street Heating Plant renovation focus of Aug. 11 public meeting
Plans to renovate the Charter Street Heating Plant and findings of the final environmental impact statement for the project will be the topics of a public hearing on Wednesday, Aug. 11, at the University of Wisconsin–Madison.
UW-Madison biochemist Henry Lardy dies at age 92
Henry A. Lardy, a distinguished professor emeritus of biochemistry at the University of Wisconsin–Madison's College of Agricultural and Life Sciences, passed away on Aug. 4 at the age of 92.
Recent sightings: K-9 on board
UW-Madison police officer Brent Plisch rewards his canine partner, Odin, a German shepherd, while working on a training exercise behind the University Police building…
The Red Shirt makes Badgers look good and feel good
Bucky Badger has been making a name for himself on the University of Wisconsin–Madison campus since he was introduced in the 1940s. And now The Red Shirt is making a name for itself as well with the new third edition.
Knetter named new University of Wisconsin Foundation president
Michael M. Knetter, Nicholas Dean of the Wisconsin School of Business and vice chancellor for advancement at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, has been named the new president and chief executive officer of the UW Foundation.
Search planned for UW–Madison’s next business school dean
An international search will be conducted for a successor to Michael M. Knetter as dean of the Wisconsin School of Business, University of Wisconsin–Madison Chancellor Biddy Martin announced today (July 28).
Berg named UW–Madison interim CIO
University of Wisconsin–Madison Provost Paul M. DeLuca Jr. has appointed Joanne Berg, UW–Madison vice provost of enrollment management, interim chief information officer (CIO).
UW-Madison faculty member receives grant to increase child, family well-being
A University of Wisconsin–Madison faculty member has received an award from the W.K. Kellogg Foundation to increase the well-being of children and families by advancing evidence-based policymaking.
China’s champions to arrive at UW–Madison July 23
A group of elite Chinese student-athletes and coaches is expected to arrive in Madison on Friday, July 23, marking the start of the University of Wisconsin–Madison's Chinese Champions Program.