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Thomson tops Time list

August 12, 2001

Stem-cell researcher James Thomson is on the cover of Time magazine this week as one of 18 leaders in science and medicine singled out by the editors as "America's Best."

Stem cell research funding backed

August 10, 2001

President George Bush will allow federal funding for limited embryonic stem cell research.

Gift boosts pharmacy research

August 10, 2001

A $1.5 million grant from the Madison-based Oscar Rennebohm Foundation will help the School of Pharmacy test and develop useful new drugs.

Stem cell statement from Chancellor John Wiley

August 9, 2001

Aug. 9, 2001 TO: Editors, science writers, political reporters FROM: UW–Madison University Communications RE: JOHN WILEY COMMENT ON STEM CELL ANNOUNCEMENT University of Wisconsin–Madison…

Stem cell statement/Thomson

August 9, 2001

Aug. 9, 2001 TO: Editors, science/medical writers, political reporters FROM: UW–Madison University Communications RE: JAMES THOMSON COMMENT ON STEM CELL ANNOUNCEMENT University of Wisconsin–Madison…

Olson appointed to state Group Insurance Board

August 8, 2001

Gov. Scott McCallum has appointed UW–Madison staff member Esther Olson to the state Group Insurance Board.

Stem cell statement by Chancellor John Wiley

August 8, 2001

Aug. 8, 2001 STATEMENT BY UW-MADISON CHANCELLOR JOHN D. WILEY Regarding proposed legislation to be introduced Aug. 9 by Assembly…

Student archaeologists dig into experience

August 7, 2001

Five UW–Madison students are acquiring valuable experience this summer at an archaeological dig just a short distance from campus.

Campus bus routes will offer free rides in fall

August 7, 2001

Beginning Monday, Aug. 27, UW–Madison students, employees and visitors will no longer have to purchase a pass or put 50 cents in the fare box to ride campus "L" and "LN" buses.

Galleries seek art submissions

August 2, 2001

The Wisconsin Union Galleries seeks submissions for the 2002 exhibition season. The deadline is Oct. 5.

Employees asked to help reduce heat load

August 1, 2001

As the summer weather heats up, UW–Madison building managers are asking employees to take all possible measures to reduce building heat loads and chilled water consumption.

Inclement Weather Guidelines

August 1, 2001

Inclement Weather Guidelines

UW-Madison declares chilled water emergency

August 1, 2001

The chilled water systems that cool buildings at UW–Madison are unable to keep up with demand of recent extreme heat and humidity, and Physical Plant officials have declared a chilled water emergency that could last for at least another day.

Hinden named interim dean of international studies

August 1, 2001

Michael Hinden, associate dean of international studies and professor of English, will serve as the interim dean of international studies while the UW–Madison conducts its search for a permanent dean, Chancellor John Wiley announced Wednesday, Aug. 1.

Event promotes international research

July 31, 2001

The Center for International Business Education and Research is hosting a three-day seminar to help Ph.D. students to engage in international research.

Construction affects Camp Randall parking

July 31, 2001

Construction of an upgraded underground utility distribution system for Camp Randall Stadium will limit access to parking as well as change pedestrian and bicycle traffic in the area for the next several months.

Babcock store ceremony today

July 31, 2001

The Babcock Dairy Store, which recently reopened to the public after undergoing a major renovation, will be the site of an official ribbon-cutting ceremony today, July 31, at 3:30 p.m.

Hasler memorial Aug. 4

July 30, 2001

Campus community members will recall the life and career of Arthur Davis Hasler (1908-2001) Saturday, Aug. 4, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Alumni Lounge, Pyle Center, 702 Langdon St.

Magnuson tribute Aug. 6

July 30, 2001

A tribute to retiring UW–Madison professor John J. Magnuson is scheduled Monday, Aug. 6, 7:30 p.m., 6191 Helen C. White Hall, 600 N. Park St.

How wild is the north woods? Not very, biologists say

July 30, 2001

Biologists have constructed a new map for the north woods of Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Michigan that they say reflects how "wild" ecological conditions are across the region.