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Society for the Study of Reproduction program highlights
2000 ANNUAL MEETING – July 15-18, 2000 University of Wisconsin, Madison, Wisconsin (sponsored by the Endocrinology-Reproductive Physiology Program, the Department of Animal… Read More
New round of strategic hiring begins
The university plans to hire 25 new faculty in its latest round of strategic hiring as part of the Madison Initiative, Provost John Wiley says. Read More
UW technology enhances Smithsonian exhibit
Technology pioneered at UW–Madison will play a major role in a national exhibit on the American disability rights movement that opens today, July 6, in Washington, D.C. Read More
African languages institute to open
The country's first institute dedicated to preparing teachers of African languages will culminate Friday, July 7, at the university with a celebration at 5 p.m. in 260 Bascom Hall. Read More
Scientists report how a gene can ‘jump’
Nearly fifty years after a landmark paper proposed the existence of what later came to be called jumping genes, scientists are getting their first clear snapshot of one caught in midair. Read More
Schematic depicting the mechanism of transposition catalyzed by the Tn5 transposase
This schematic diagram illustrates the mechanism of transposition catalyzed by the Tn5 transposase. In the first step, individual molecules of transposase (blue… Read More
Arboretum effigy mounds project to begin
The university is working with the Ho-Chunk Nation and the State Historical Society to protect an important grouping of effigy mounds in the UW Arboretum. Read More
Health service director finalists announced
Three finalists have been named for executive director of University Health Services at the university. Read More
Milwaukee, Racine students come to campus
Minority students from southeastern Wisconsin will travel to the university this weekend for a three-week stay as part of the Milwaukee PEOPLE program. Read More
Memorial Union Deli to be remodeled
The Memorial Union Deli will serve limited items during remodeling that begins Monday, July 10 -- but the ice cream counter will still be open. Read More
UW organizes fall economic summit
A UW System statewide economic summit will help create a strategic plan for Wisconsin in the 'New Economy,' organizers say. Read More
‘Esperanza’ to premiere Aug. 25
Opera and labor have linked forces to create a powerful musical and theatrical show, 'Esperanza,' which will premiere Friday, Aug. 25, at Music Hall. Read More
Study projects steady state growth
A UW–Madison study entitled "Wisconsin's Economy in the Year 2010" shows Wisconsin is in a solid position to move forward in the first decade of the 21st century. Read More
Terrace: The best of Madison
The Memorial Union Terrace was named "Best Live Music Venue" and "Best Cheap Thrill" in the annual "Best of Madison" listings compiled from reader responses to a Madison Magazine survey. Read More
Farms remain foundation in Wisconsin
Fifty percent or more of Wisconsin farmers now own computers, receive most of their household income from off-farm jobs, and favor restricting development on agricultural lands, according to a recent university study. Read More
Routine review planned for dean
To maintain excellence in administrative practices, the university has implemented a review procedure for deans and campus administrators. In compliance with this policy, Chancellor… Read More
Zweifel receives leadership award
The Wisconsin Health Information Management Association recently awarded Sheila Zweifel, team manager of medical record services at University Health Services the "Distinguished Member" leadership award. Read More
‘Food as culture’ conference planned
Internationally known chefs, food producers, writers and scientists will gather this September at the university for an all-day conference Friday, Sept. 8, that will focus on the cultural importance of food and about questions concerning genetically modified organisms. Read More
UW-Madison accessibility accomplishments, resources
The university has a significant record of commitment to serving people with disabilities. Here's a list of UW–Madison accomplishments and resources. Read More
UW to celebrate 10th anniversary of ADA
The university will highlight its accomplishments as a leader in providing access to disabled students, employees and visitors next month as part of the Spirit of ADA Torch Relay: Celebrating the Americans with Disabilities Act 10th Anniversary. Read More