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Gorilla conservation advocates to speak at UW–Madison
Two UW–Madison alumni credited with helping rescue the world's largest apes from the brink of extinction will give a free public lecture at 7 p.m. Monday, Dec. 10, in 145 Birge Hall, 430 Lincoln Drive.
Regents discuss future tuition
The Board of Regents will discuss future tuition options at its regular monthly meeting Dec. 6-7 in Van Hise Hall.
Stem cells, forged into neurons, show promise for brain repair
In a set of meticulous experiments, scientists have demonstrated the ability of human embryonic stem cells to develop into nascent brain cells and, seeded into the intact brains of baby mice, further develop into healthy, functioning neural cells.
WAA wins national recognition
When the Wisconsin Alumni Association (WAA) redesigned its Web site in early 2001, it was hoping to strike a chord with UW graduates. It managed to strike gold, as well.
School partnership wins tech grant
Thanks to a Hewlett-Packard technology grant secured by the School of Education and the Madison Metropolitan School District, students at Cherokee Middle School will soon have the very latest in technology at their fingertips.
Service learning gets notice in Timetable
For the first time, service-learning classes have been specially noted in the university Timetable.
Spring break options expand
Spring Break can be more than a time to relax in the sun.
World AIDS Day events planned
As in previous years, World AIDS Day will be marked with a variety of events at the university.
SECC needs strong finish
The "Partners in Giving" campaign is counting on university and state employees for a strong finish.
Gender differences may figure in sleeping disorder
Gender hormones may be a key factor in the onset of a common human disorder called sleep apnea.
Meteorologists keep eye on Antarctic weather – by remote control
Matthew Lazzara isn't like most meteorologists. His forecasts never include 'hot and dry' or 'rain likely.' But before you think he's describing your next vacation spot, know that his forecasts also include, 'Low near minus 120 degrees Fahrenheit' and 'Winds up to 120 miles per hour.'
Advances
Advances gives a glimpse of the many significant research projects at the university. Tell us about your discoveries. E-mail: wisweek@news.wisc.edu. Crystal…
Almanac
Roundtable: “Guys on Ice’ Faculty and staff will be treated Thursday, Dec. 6, to humorous excerpts from a Madison Repertory Theatre play about…
Calendar highlights
Sociologist Portes to speak Distinguished sociologist Alejandro Portes, from Princeton University, will deliver the William H. Sewell Memorial lecture at 3:30 p.m. Friday,…
Capitol Capsules
Capitol capsules is a roundup of state and federal news that may affect the campus. State revenue down; budget adjustments likely…
Events Bulletin
Learning WebCT in a Week Learn about WebCT, an important tool for Web-based learning: structuring online course, writing for the Web,…
For the Record
Grants and fellowships Academic Staff Professional Development Grant Program The Academic Staff Professional Development Grant program will be offering a grant competition for…
Employee Matters
This column by Employee Compensation and Benefits Services addresses campuswide employment issues. Send your questions to: wisweek@news.wisc.edu. What is a tax-sheltered…
Milestones
Larry Bank, professor, civil and environmental engineering, has received the Richard R. Torrens Award from the American Society of Civil Engineers. The award honors…
New group works to protect UW’s natural areas
Glenda Denniston has always loved spending time in the natural areas of campus, whether she is bird watching, tracking coyotes or simply strolling on a forest path. Now, on a sunny, crisp morning in November, she is hard at work on a restoration project, working to replant and restore damaged areas of Bill's Woods, just west of Picnic Point.