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Statement in response to Atlanta shootings
Last evening we learned of violent shootings in Georgia that killed eight people, six of them of Asian descent, and are once again disheartened by the tragic loss of lives. As we mourn the losses, we recognize the perpetuation of bias and hatred toward our Asian and Asian, Pacific Islander and Desi American (APIDA) community members. Read More
Employee update: Testing exemption for vaccinated people and more
Employees and students who are fully vaccinated will no longer be required to participate in routine on-campus testing. The MyUHS portal at University Health Services is now the place to check your vaccine eligibility and find vaccination appointments on campus. Read More
Student to student: Celebrating Women’s History Month
“It is important to take this time throughout the month to recognize women who have gone without recognition in history, but also to recognize women who are making history in the present,” said senior Emily Ravet. Read More
Study finds link between climate change and longer ‘dead zones’ in lakes
According to the study by UW researchers, warm summer weather is the main driver behind longer periods of anoxia, or oxygen-starved water, in Lake Mendota. Read More
Spring of Deception
We found out this week why March is sometimes called the Spring of Deception in Wisconsin. After a burst of summery temperatures, a couple inches of snow fell on Madison on Monday. Read More
UW-Madison seeks input on Library Mall redevelopment project
Whether in times of celebration or protest, Library Mall has long been a place where the community and university have come together to be heard. Read More
Veteran finds hope for her dog, others, in melanoma treatment study
“The fact that he would not only be receiving some of the best, most advanced treatment options, he would be a part of something so much bigger for future fur friends, humans, and in support of my brothers and sisters in arms, our purpose was clear,” she says. Read More
Researchers find a better way to measure consciousness
A new study of brain activity could prevent the potential trauma of patients under anesthesia regaining some awareness during medical procedures. Read More
New process to check on COVID-19 vaccine eligibility and schedule appointments at UHS
This week, University Health Services is expanding COVID-19 vaccination appointments to all non-student employees working in person. Rather than receiving an email, the MyUHS portal will replace emails for accessing eligibility information and appointment options. Read More
COVID questions: Long haulers, travel guidance
Why do some people continue to experience symptoms after recovering from COVID-19? Can my family travel to Florida? Read More
Stories of life-changing treatment at UW Health
One patient was the first in Wisconsin to receive a double-lung transplant after COVID-19. Another had a brain tumor successfully removed after a poor prognosis. Read More
Meet the people who make Safer Badgers work, part five
“Things are always changing. And as a student, I know how this feels,” Greta says. “I’m here to help people understand the policies and procedures in a way they can understand.” Read More
Online field trips bring science across Wisconsin
The pandemic’s limitations have presented new opportunities for expanding and engaging schools that would not be able to come to campus in person due to distance or other factors. Read More
Division of the Arts announces two artists-in-residence for the 2021-22 academic year
Saxophonist Arun Luthra is an American musician of Indian heritage. Judy Frater, living in India for 30 years, co-founded KalaRaksha Trust and Museum. Read More
Weakened protections led to more disappearances of endangered Mexican wolves
“Top predators are very important to healthy ecosystems,” says researcher Adrian Treves. “They are imperiled globally by human activities.” Read More
Vacation carryover deadline extended to Oct. 9
The university wants to ensure that employees have sufficient time to use their vacation hours and will not end up losing this earned time. Read More
Employee update: Spring travel guidance, health and safety, vaccine update
Students and employees are strongly encouraged to avoid recreational travel this spring to prevent contracting and spreading COVID-19. Read More
UW atmospheric scientist bridges science, policy, public health to bring space-based data to the world
Growing up, Tracey Holloway never intended to study science. It wasn’t until her senior year of college that she started doing research following a NASA internship. Read More
IceCube detection of high-energy particle proves 60-year-old physics theory
The IceCube Neutrino Observatory detects nearly massless particles called neutrinos using thousands of sensors embedded in the Antarctic ice. Read More
Student to student: The COVID talk with your roommate
Sometimes the most difficult part is when roommates all do remote learning in one place. “We have to be considerate of each other in the event someone needs to take an exam or hold a meeting.” Read More