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2023 Distinguished Teaching Award recipients announced
Twelve faculty members have been chosen to receive this year’s Distinguished Teaching Awards, an honor that annually recognizes some of UW–Madison's finest educators.
Survey highlights pandemic stressors, finds improving climate for many, but not all, underrepresented faculty
The survey found a large majority of UW faculty feel respected and supported in their work. Respondents marked improvement for some, though not all, faculty from historically underrepresented groups.
Faculty and staff go on tour with the Wisconsin Idea Seminar
This year’s “Forests and Rivers” tour is May 15–19 and will include experiences in the ancient forests of the Menominee Nation and at the banks of some of Wisconsin’s notable waterways, in addition to other stops along the way.
Remembering Chuck Snowdon, renowned primatologist and professor emerit of psychology
Charles T. Snowdon, Hilldale Professor Emeritus of Psychology, died Jan. 7 in Madison at age 81. A distinguished primatologist, mentor and friend, Snowdon is remembered for his dedication to others as much as for his impressive academic legacy.
A spring health update for campus
Students and employees can find information and resources to support their health as several respiratory viruses circulate this semester.
Vice Provost for Libraries Lisa Carter accepts role at the University of Michigan
At UW–Madison, Carter helped lead organizational change efforts in the General Library System, including advocacy for improved diversity and inclusive practices within the Libraries.
Sheehan named chief human resources officer at UW–Madison
Sheehan brings a variety of leadership experiences, extensive knowledge about the university, solid existing relationships with university stakeholders, and a strong vision for the future of work at UW–Madison.
Pay plan increases to take effect in January
Pay increases will go into effect for many UW employees beginning Jan. 1, 2023.
Aaron Bird Bear, set to retire, changed the way we understand campus
Aaron Bird Bear, UW's director of tribal relations, will retire Jan. 1 after nearly 23 years dedicated to improving campus life for Native students and reshaping the university's relationships with the tribes of Wisconsin, including the Ho-Chunk Nation on whose ancestral land the university resides.
Tom Kuech joins UW–Madison ombuds Dec. 1
Emeritus Professor Thomas Kuech will serve a three-year term as a UW–Madison ombuds beginning Dec. 1
As Partners in Giving, we’ve been caring for 50 years
This year, our Partners in Giving campaign theme is “Caring for 50 years” — a tribute to this incredible campaign milestone and the tremendous care that donors have shown through their charitable gifts that make a difference in the lives of others.
Faculty of Color Reception welcomes new faculty and celebrates promotions across campus
The University of Wisconsin–Madison’s annual Faculty of Color Reception welcomed 49 newly hired faculty who identify as people of color to the campus and recognized others who were promoted to assistant or full professor during the past year.
New Faculty Focus: Michael Velliquette
Michael Velliquette brings more than two decades of studio experience as a mixed media sculptor to his new faculty role in the School of Education.
COVID-19, monkeypox and staying healthy this fall
To support public health while maintaining instruction, programs and services on campus this fall, the university continues to offer
Chancellor Mnookin’s first day message to campus
Chancellor Mnookin shared email and video greetings with campus on her first day. She says her focus will be on listening and learning in order to understand UW's opportunities and challenges.
University Staff invitation to join Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin for refreshments
Translated versions of this message will be available soon in: Español / Spanish Hmoob / Hmong བོད་ཡིག / Tibetan…
Aug. 4 ice cream social with Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin
In celebration of Chancellor Jennifer L. Mnookin’s first day on campus, we are thrilled to invite you to join her on Bascom Hill for an ice cream social Thursday, August 4 from 2 - 3:30 p.m.
Support for our APIDA and Asian communities and a campus update
Violent and aggressive attacks have affected UW–Madison students and have touched many on campus, especially our Asian, Pacific Islander and Desi American (APIDA) and Asian communities. Violence has no place on our campus, nor in our city, and we are focused on keeping our community safe.
Message of support and campus safety update
A message from campus leadership: We have been made aware of a physical assault that happened near campus this week involving a University of Wisconsin–Madison doctoral student. We are sharing what we know here to offer clarity and transparency and to reaffirm our efforts toward a safe and welcoming community.
Chancellor finalists visiting this week
Five finalists for the position of chancellor at the University of Wisconsin–Madison will visit May 2 through 6 to meet with and answer questions from the campus community. During these sessions, each finalist will discuss the challenges and opportunities of managing a top public research university over the next 5-10 years.