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Where math and music share common denominator
Could it be that the same analytical tools mathematicians use to negotiate algebraic problems can help musicians enhance their own and audiences' understanding of the abstract concepts embedded in Bach? According to Christopher Taylor, internationally renowned concert pianist, sometime mathematician and newly appointed assistant professor of piano performance, rigorous intellectual analysis is the heart of both disciplines. Read More
Jeff Langer: From fighter cockpit to campus podium
You're high in the wild blue yonder, going about your business of learning to fly a military jet, when suddenly you goof up. At that precarious moment, what kind of instructor would you rather have in the seat behind you -- a "screamer" who makes your helmet ring, or someone who can coolly talk you through it? Read More
Recent sightings
Bucky behind bars? No, it’s just another in our series of views of that Gothic palace, the University Club, where… Read More
TALS prepares graduate students for faculty role
Teaching and Learning Scholarship, a new certificate program at UW–Madison, is a campuswide interdisciplinary program that's on a mission: to strengthen the preparation of graduate students for the dramatically changing academic workplace of the 21st century. And it does that by enriching their capacity to be effective teachers and faculty members. Read More
UW students to present dance and video works
Original choreography and multimedia works by University dance students will be featured in the upcoming Spring Student Concert sponsored by the Dance Program. Read More
Wisconsin astronomers acquire Kitt Peak telescope
Working through the WIYN consortium, astronomers from UW–Madison and three other UW System schools - UW-Oshkosh, UW-Stevens Point and UW-Whitewater - have entered into an agreement with the National Optical Astronomical Observatories to acquire and operate a 0.9-meter telescope atop Kitt Peak, Ariz. Read More
Exhibition illustrates history of human ecology
Rima Apple, professor human ecology, is coordinator of "'Brides' Course' or Professional Training," an exhibition of archival photos and historic artifacts tracing the School of Human Ecology's inception and development. The exhibition opens March 19 in the UW–Madison Gallery of Design. Read More
Scientists explore connections to visual art
"Art/Science: Exploring the Connections," an exhibit featuring photography of Russia by university scientists James Will and Vicktoria Danilova, runs through June 12 at Promega Corp., a biopharmaceutical and technology company, 5445 E. Cheryl Parkway, Fitchburg. Read More
Nobel laureate to speak
GŸnter Blobel won a Nobel Prize for his pioneering research on the inner workings of the cell, but when he visits the university this month, he'll discuss another of his passions -- restoring the historic German city of Dresden. Read More
Hospital union ratifies new contract
Members of the union representing support staff and certain health technology workers have voted to approve a contract agreement with UW Hospital and Clinics. Read More
Summer WUD coordinators needed
Now is the time for students to apply for one of five volunteer positions as a summer coordinator for the Wisconsin Union Directorate. Read More
Wisconsin Film Festival adds to schedule
The 2001 Wisconsin Film Festival has added to its program March 29-April 1, just in time for advance single ticket sale sales that began today, March 16. Read More
Updated guide to children’s books is available
"CCBC Choices 2001," which describes 228 of the best books for children and young adults published in the last year, is available from the School of Education's Cooperative Children's Book Center. Read More
New center to focus on French studies
The study of French in the arts, education, business, science, technology and literature will advance with the establishment of the Center for Interdisciplinary French Studies on the campus. Read More
Blues performer reschedules class appearance
The "Schwall" half of the Siegel-Schwall Blues Band will demonstrate blues styles to a university class on Thursday, March 22, rescheduled from March 29. Students in the Blues Legacies course - and anyone interested - can listen to Schwall during the class, which meets at 1:20 p.m. at Luther's Blues Club, 1401 University Ave. Read More
UW to help develop NCAA compliance courses
The university is partnering with a leading online education firm to develop the nation's first Web-based curriculum on NCAA rules compliance. Read More
Synchrotron Radiation Center to hold open house
Micromachines, a levitating superconductor, the nature of light and new ways to treat cancer will be showcased during the Synchrotron Radiation Center's annual open house on Sunday, March 25, noon-5 p.m. Read More
‘Undesirable Elements’ combines varied backgrounds
Ping Chong, internationally renowned artist-in-residence at the university, plans to deconstruct cultural assumptions thourh "Undesirable Elements," a performance piece to be presented at UW–Madison March 22-23. Read More
Searle to discuss “future of philosophy”
John Searle, professor of philosophy at University of California-Berkeley, will speak about "The Future of Philosophy" Tuesday, March 20. Read More
No-hassle parking available for WIAA tournament
Because parking around the Kohl Center is limited, especially before 5 p.m. on weekdays, WIAA tournament fans are being encouraged to park at the Alliant Energy Center (formerly the Dane County Coliseum/Expo Center) and ride a Madison Metro shuttle bus to the arena. Cost to park: $4. Ride: $1 round-trip. Read More