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Scientist who dated origin of humans dies

October 23, 2001

John Robinson, a zoology professor whose research on human evolution ushered in a modern era of anthropology, died Friday, Oct. 12. He was 78.

Advances

October 23, 2001

(Advances gives a glimpse of the many significant research projects at the university. Tell us about your discoveries by e-mailing: wisweek@news.wisc.edu.)…

Almanac

October 23, 2001

(Almanac lists facts, figures and miscellany of campus interest. Know something, or want to know? Call us: 262-3846, or e-mail: wisweek@news.wisc.edu.)…

Athletics

October 23, 2001

Armed forces to see Badgers Big Ten football games televised by ABC/ESPN are available live or on a delayed basis to soldiers stationed…

Calendar highlights

October 23, 2001

Forums planned around county The history and culture of Afghanistan and the surrounding region will be discussed by professors in an upcoming lecture…

Employee Matters

October 23, 2001

This column by Employee Compensation and Benefits addresses campuswide employment issues. Send your questions to: wisweek@news.wisc.edu. What is voluntary group accident…

Events Bulletin

October 23, 2001

Learning Retirement on Your Mind?? Learn How To Interpret Your WRS Statement of Benefits Attend one of the following…

Milestones

October 23, 2001

Milestones covers awards, honors and major publications by faculty and staff. Send your items to Wisconsin Week, 19 Bascom Hall, or e-mail:…

News in Brief

October 23, 2001

ON CAMPUS Infectious disease symposium planned The Medical School and School of Veterinary Medicine will sponsor a series of presentations…

Recent sightings

October 23, 2001

Having a ball Hundred of students put on their finery to kick off Homecoming week activities at a charity ball…

Films of the Caribbean to be shown Nov. 8-11

October 23, 2001

Cross-cultural encounters are hallmarks of life in the Caribbean region, home to people whose traditions ÷ from African to Spanish, French, English and indigenous ÷ are as diverse as their voices.

Campus climate is a hot topic on mall, in halls

October 23, 2001

As you might expect, university employees and students are keenly attuned to world events as the United States has launched military action in Afghanistan in response to terrorist attacks.

Photo essay: Gathering

October 23, 2001

Listen! The wind is rising, And the air is wild with leaves, We have had our summer evenings, Now for October…

Jazz sisters perform together at Union

October 23, 2001

The Reed Sisters, who will perform Friday, Oct. 26, in Memorial Union's Rathskeller from 4-6 p.m., feature junior Brittany Reed. ProtŽgŽs of the late jazz great Betty Carter, Milwaukee natives Brittany, Tanya and Brandi Reed will sing together for the first time since their mentor's death in 1998. They play a mixture of jazz/soul and original compositions.

Staff council progressing toward goals

October 23, 2001

After just more than a year since its inception, the Council for Non-Represented Classified Staff is well on its way to accomplishing its goals.

University assists students afflicted by E. coli

October 23, 2001

University Health Services is continuing to work with state and local officials to pinpoint the cause of an infection of E. coli bacterium.

Engineering campus sculpture gets a facelift

October 23, 2001

Recently art conservationist Joanna Rowntree visited the engineering campus to touch up "Between Classes," the painted bronze sculpture donated by The Grainger Foundation and installed in 1994.

‘The Tempest’ makes Shakespeare accessible

October 23, 2001

Frustrated by the mystique surrounding The Bard, Haycraft, who directed the North American premiere of Lorae Parry's controversial play "Eugenia" last winter, now tackles "The Tempest," Shakespeare's classic tale of revenge and reconciliation.

Chancellor seeks more input on campus climate

October 22, 2001

Chancellor John Wiley is asking students, faculty and staff to continue providing valuable input on campus climate in the wake of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks.

Mitchard is Homecoming parade marshal

October 22, 2001

Homecoming parade watchers have a chance to cheer on a celebrity parade marshal this week: Best-selling author and Dane County resident Jacqueline Mitchard.