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Senate expected to restore funding
Democrats who control the state Senate say they plan to restore substantial funding to the UW System in the budget adjustment bill. Read More
Albert Whitford, eminent astronomer, dies at 96
Wisconsin-born Albert E. Whitford, an acclaimed astronomer and former director of the Washburn Observatory, died March 28. He was 96. Read More
UW-Madison to implement Stock Pavilion changes
UW-Madison will implement changes to the physical environment and management practices of the UW Stock Pavilion to help protect the health of all users and visitors. Read More
Fall Academic Staff governance leaders elected
Three incumbents and one new member have been elected to the Academic Staff Executive Committee, the executive committee of the Academic Staff Assembly, for this fall. Read More
UW-Madison to suspend Jerusalem program
In response to Tuesday's U.S. State Department travel warning to Americans in Israel, the UW–Madison will suspend its Jerusalem study-abroad program, effective Thursday, April 11. Read More
The art and science of persuasion
For six years, John Dillard, professor of communication arts, has been giving his students hands-on learning experience with persuasive messages through his class, Theory and Practice of Persuasion. Read More
Student dancers showcase work
Students dancers are rehearsing for a spring concert to be presented April 12-13 at Lathrop Hall. Read More
Senate to vote this week on budget
The state Senate is expected to act on the budget adjustment bill by Friday, April 5. Read More
2 nominated for system teaching award
Two faculty have been nominated for the Alliant Energy Underkofler Teaching Awards. Read More
Designer offers ‘kinetic’ take on everyday furnishings
We would still sit ourselves down in chairs if Tom Loeser weren't designing them. It's just that it wouldn't be nearly as much fun -- or as intellectually provocative. Read More
UW’s downtown partner lauded
UW System leaders have singled out Downtown Madison Inc. for its partnership with UW–Madison on initiatives to ensure the economic future of Madison's central business district. Read More
Faculty Senate addresses bargaining
The Faculty Senate has further delineated the criteria that must be met before deciding whether to support future state collective bargaining enabling legislation. Read More
Three journalists to serve as writers in residence
Three journalists will visit campus in April to serve as writers in residence, delivering talks, and meeting with students and the public. Read More
Employee Matters
A university staff benefits statement should reach your campus mailbox sometime the third week in April. Here are some details about why you get… Read More
Recent Sightings
Students in Military Science 332: Advanced Military Tactics remove fake weapons from a felled “enemy” during a reconnaisance exercise on Picnic Point. Read More
Wiley statement on Senate package
Chancellor John Wiley issued a statement on the Senate Democrats' version of the state budget. Read More