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Pharmacy school dean finalists named
The university has named four finalists for dean of the School of Pharmacy, Wisconsin's only pharmacy school and educator of more than 90 percent of the state's licensed pharmacists.
Chancellor’s statement regarding SEVIS funding
Beginning this year, UW–Madison, along with all other colleges and universities across the country, were compelled to enroll in SEVIS, managed through the Bureau…
New unit offers better MRI scans for animals
Dogs and cats in need of MRIs can now get quicker and better diagnostic images from Wisconsin's only unit dedicated solely to animal use, located at UW–Madison's School of Veterinary Medicine.
Longtime political observer, editor to visit UW campus
The publisher of a leading publication for leaders of state and local government will visit UW–Madison for a one-week residency.
Regents appoint historian Cronon as prestigious Vilas Professor
William Cronon, Frederick Jackson Turner Professor of History, Geography and Environmental Studies, has received one of the UW–Madison's most prestigious honors.
Arrested Development to headline All-Campus Party concert
The student-planned All-Campus Party 2003 at UW–Madison will draw to a close at the Memorial Union Terrace on Saturday, May 3, with an unprecedented 10-hour concert event headlined by Arrested Development.
Spots still available for public service travel program
A participatory glimpse into day-to-day life on an American Indian reservation or in a West Virginia coal-mining town will be available this year to the general public, and to UW–Madison students, alumni, faculty and staff.
Global Connections Children’s Fair May 3
Got kids? Bring them to the Global Connections Children's Fair 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday, May 3, at the Villager Mall, 2300 S. Park St., Suite 1. UW–Madison international and cultural student groups will dance and sing, and provide games, arts and crafts, soccer clinics, martial art demonstrations and more for children in kindergarten through fifth grade.
Two psychologists receive prestigious awards
Psychology professors Richard Davidson and Morton Ann Gernsbacher have received prestigious awards recognizing their contributions to the field.
UW-Madison ranked high by postdoctoral scholars
As of October 2002, approximately 600 postdocs were conducting research at UW–Madison, recently ranked by the publication, The Scientist, as among the 20 best places for postdocs to work.
UW regents name Cronon Vilas Professor
William Cronon, Frederick Jackson Turner Professor of History, Geography and Environmental Studies, has received one of the UW–Madison's most prestigious honors.
Environmental historian to examine wetland preservation
The complex history of wetlands in America and how this history has shaped present-day wetland management is the topic of a public lecture by award-winning environmental historian and distinguished author Ann Vileisis at 7p.m. on Monday, April 28 at UW–Madison.
UW-Madison’s Gugerty wins UW System award
John J. Gugerty, a researcher at UW–Madison's Center for Education and Work, has received a Regents Academic Staff Award from the UW System.
Genetic study concludes nearly all deer prone to CWD
Dashing hopes that some Wisconsin deer may harbor genetic resistance to chronic wasting disease, a UW–Madison study suggests that virtually all deer are prone to the fatal disease.
Austrian modernism showcased at the Elvehjem Museum of Art
The Elvehjem Museum of Art will open an exhibition on Austrian modernism, "Design, Vienna 1890s-1930s," with a reception at 6 p.m., Friday, April 25.
Study: UW–Madison essential to state’s economic growth
Chancellor John Wiley says UW–Madison's contributions to the Wisconsin economy show that the state is getting a great return on its investment, but he warns that cuts to the university will have economic consequences.
Insurance executive gives $1.5 million to UW–Madison
A $1.5 million gift from Gerald D. Stephens, CPCU, a 1955 graduate from UW–Madison with a major in insurance, will fund the Gerald D. Stephens, CPCU, Chair and Program Fund in Risk Management and Insurance.
High school students become college students for a day
More than 50 high school students from around the state will visit campus this Friday and be able experience a day in the life of UW–Madison students. Student Shadow Day is designed to provide information and first-hand experiences of campus life for high school students of color; lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender students, as well as any other students interested in learning more about the university. It is a collaborative effort among Associated Students of Madison, the UW–Madison Dean of Students office and the Madison community.