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Land center aids Chad

May 6, 2002

The Land Tenure Center is helping the Republic of Chad and other countries in the Sahel region of Africa establish 'land tenure observatories.' Read More

Equestrian competes nationally

May 6, 2002

Undergraduate Sarah Borah competed May 4-5 in the Intercollegiate National Horse Show's highest division -- the first year that a UW–Madison student has competed at this level. Read More

Device makes engine perform better

May 3, 2002

Mechanical engineering professor Frank Fronczak and his graduate students have hit upon the idea of a "variable valve timing actuator" aimed at making engines work better. Read More

Former official to talk on Argentine economy

May 3, 2002

Federico Sturzenegger, former secretary of economic policy, Argentina, will visit campus Monday, May 6, to explain Argentina's current economic crisis. Read More

Rehabilitating bridges better

May 2, 2002

An engineering professor has come up with a way to temporarily strengthen bridges to extend their lifespan. Read More

Vet Med reaccredited

May 2, 2002

The School of Veterinary Medicine received praise from a national review committee that has maintained the school's accreditation following an intensive review process. Read More

Forum to look at property rights

May 2, 2002

A forum May 8 will examine tension growing between private property rights and the public good intended in land use regulations. Read More

Biochemistry labs to be dedicated

May 2, 2002

In honor of the Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation and two of its trustees, the Biochemistry Department will dedicate the Russell G. Cleary and Walter A. Frautschi Laboratories Read More

Forum focuses on Plan 2008

May 1, 2002

The second annual Plan 2008 Campus Forum will be held Tuesday, May 7, 8:15 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Memorial Union, 800 Langdon St. Read More

Mideast peace forum scheduled May 2

May 1, 2002

A forum proposing a confederated Palestine and Israel will be discussed as part of the 'Alternative Palestinian Agenda --Peace Initiative Forum' Thursday, May 2, 7-9 p.m. at Memorial Union. Read More

Waisman director retires

May 1, 2002

Terrence R. Dolan, professor of neurology and psychology, will retire Friday, May 24, from the Waisman Center, where he has been director for 20 years. Read More

Bust stress on Library Mall

May 1, 2002

Finals time is always stressful for college students. In order to help, University Health Services will create a "Stress-Free Zone" on Library Mall, Thursday, May 2, from 11:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Read More

Meningitis cases unrelated

May 1, 2002

A female student was in fair condition earlier this week at an area hospital with an undetermined type of bacterial meningitis. Read More

Recent Sightings

May 1, 2002

Clouded view Rarely occurring cumulonimbus mammatus clouds hand low in the sky over Science Hall during recent spring thunderstorms. The… Read More

Wisconsin Union Theater announces 2002-2003 season

May 1, 2002

The Wisconsin Union Theater's next season of arts and entertainment events, planned by students and staff of the Union Theater, features professional artists and attractions in three annual series and a special. Read More

WAA hosts international student graduation celebration

May 1, 2002

International exchange students and graduates will gather Wednesday, May 8, at the Pyle Center's Alumni Lounge, 5:30-7:30 p.m. for a graduation reception sponsored by the Wisconsin Alumni Association. Read More

Exercise your mind on a UW alumni biking adventure

May 1, 2002

Take a new spin on learning with the Wisconsin Alumni Lifelong Learning's Alumni Biking Adventure. Enjoy the natural beauty and scenic landscape of Dane County's bike trails during this educational weekend on June 14-15. Read More

University Communications receives national awards

May 1, 2002

University Communications at the UW–Madison has received two national awards this year from the Council for Advancement and Support of Education. Read More

Union to expand hours, programs

May 1, 2002

The Wisconsin Union will expand its academic year operating hours to provide additional programming, late-night activities and gathering space for students and members of the campus community. Read More