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Gates scholars overcome obstacles, settle into campus

March 24, 2009

When most people think of Bill Gates, they think computers. But when UW–Madison’s 14 Gates Millennium Scholars think of the renowned computer genius, they are probably reminded of their own promising futures. Read More

Four faculty to receive 2009 Hilldale Awards

March 24, 2009

Four faculty will receive the 2009 Hilldale Awards, which honor excellence in teaching, research and service. Read More

For Kim, calculated risk is all in the game

March 24, 2009

Like many overachievers, Sangtae Kim, who was named last fall to lead the Morgridge Institute for Research, is a calculated taker of risks. He knows chance when he sees it and, importantly, he knows how to size it up. Read More

UW-Madison composer wins national music award

March 24, 2009

A University of Wisconsin–Madison associate professor recently was honored with a music award from the American Academy of Arts and Letters. Read More

Hydrologist named Gaylord Nelson Professor

March 23, 2009

A University of Wisconsin–Madison hydrologist widely known for his work in watershed protection has been named the university's next Gaylord Nelson Distinguished Professor. Read More

Celebrate the Greenbush neighborhood March 24

March 11, 2009

In Madison’s early years, the old “Greenbush” neighborhood was home to a mix of Italian and Sicilian immigrants, Jews and African Americans. The area was bounded by the triangle of three streets: Regent Street, Park Street and West Washington Avenue. Read More

UW-Madison in an Economic Recession and a Changing World: Forums followup

March 11, 2009

Chancellor Carolyn "Biddy" Martin provides an update on the suggestions offered during the December and January forums on how the campus can be a more effective and efficient university during a challenging economic climate. Read More

Comments sought as part of UW–Madison reaccreditation

February 25, 2009

As part of its reaccreditation process, the University of Wisconsin–Madison is seeking written public comments on the quality of the university and its academic programs. Read More

Nine professors receive 2009 Romnes Faculty Fellowships

February 25, 2009

Nine faculty have been honored with Romnes Faculty Fellowships. Read More

Kellett Mid-Career Awards given to eight faculty members

February 25, 2009

Eight faculty have received Kellett Mid-Career Awards for their research. Read More

Milestones

February 25, 2009

Shuchi Shawla, computer science; Karsten Heeger, physics; Song Jin, chemistry; and Tehshik Yoon, chemistry, have been awarded 2009 Sloan Research Fellowships, which support fundamental research… Read More

UW faculty recognized by American Academy of Microbiology

February 23, 2009

Two members of the University of Wisconsin–Madison faculty are among 72 scientists from around the world who have been elected fellows of the American Academy of Microbiology. Read More

Menghini selected as chancellor’s chief of staff

February 23, 2009

Chancellor Carolyn "Biddy" Martin has chosen Becci Menghini, a proven relationship builder with a strong record in alumni association management, as her new chief of staff. Read More

Four faculty awarded prestigious Sloan Fellowships

February 20, 2009

Four members of the University of Wisconsin–Madison faculty are among 118 scientists, mathematicians and economists from around the country who have been awarded prestigious Alfred P. Sloan Research Fellowships. Read More

Chancellor’s statement on Gov. Doyle’s state budget

February 17, 2009

University of Wisconsin–Madison Chancellor Carolyn "Biddy" Martin released the following statement today on Gov. Jim Doyle's presentation of the 2009-11 budget: Read More

Researchers cite President’s role in reducing racism

February 16, 2009

President Obama spurred a dramatic change in the way whites think about African-Americans before he had even set foot in the Oval Office, according to a new study. Read More

Chronicle of Higher Education features interview with Chancellor Martin

February 13, 2009

Listen to a Chronicle of Higher Education interview with Chancellor Martin regarding what the university is doing to respond to the down economy. Read More