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Tracks in iron provide an insightful map of microbial world
Reading the narrow bands of iron found in some sedimentary rocks, scientists may have found a way to assess microbial populations across time and space, opening a window to the early history of life on Earth and possibly other planets.
Patrick Strickler named UW director of communications
Patrick Strickler, a communications executive with more than 30 years of public affairs and journalism experience, will become director of communications at UW–Madison as of Dec. 1, Chancellor David Ward announced today (Sept. 16).
Campaign ‘issue ads’ don’t pay off, study finds
The big spenders on campaign issue ads in the 1998 Wisconsin elections got very little payoff, says a UW–Madison professor.
UW Hospital and Clinics announces new web site
UW Hospital and Clinics has unveiled a new web site offering easy access to information about UW Hospital and Clinics, UW Children's Hospital and other UW Health entities.
The icewoman cometh: Coach anticipates hockey debut
Coach Julie Sasner, of the new women's ice hockey team, hates being asked: "How does it feel to be the reason that baseball's not here?" But Sasner quickly adds, "I think they should ask the question."
Study: Policies interfere with pain management
Good pain control is an essential component of medical care for people with serious illnesses, but state policies can stand in the way of pain relief, according to a study by the Pain and Policy Studies Group at Comprehensive Cancer Center.
Donald H. Rusch, wildlife ecologist, dies at 60
Donald H. Rusch, 60, a wildlife ecologist at UW–Madison, died after suffering a heart attack Sunday, Sept. 12 while hunting grouse in the badlands of North Dakota with his wife and three bird dogs.
University Health Services plans first talk in new series
University Health Services staff will share expertise and experience concerning students, their lives and health through a series of programs in 1999-2000.
Not-for-profit journals more cost-effective, study says
A study released by the UW–Madison library system confirms earlier findings that not-for-profit journals prove more cost-effective than commercial publications for scholarly research.
Tuition rally draws 500
About 500 UW–Madison students walked out of classes Wednesday afternoon, demanding a tuition freeze and increased state funding for the university.
UW-Madison joins System in Microsoft agreement
A new agreement with Microsoft Corp. will enable university faculty and staff to use many Microsoft software products at a fraction of the normal academic price.
Coke contract up for approval, revised agreement could net $1 million
A proposed expansion of UW–Madison's contract with Coca-Cola would make the soft drink the exclusive choice at the Kohl Center and could generate more than $1million in revenue.
Lecture guidelines introduced
Campus organizations sponsoring public lectures now have a guide to help them plan and carry out their events.
To keep top employees, UW increases their pay
The university reallocated more than $900,000 last year for pay increases needed to fend off offers from other institutions and retain nearly 100 top faculty and staff.
Roundtable lunch series program set for fall
The 1999 UW Roundtable faculty/staff luncheon series will focus on a broad range of topics, kicking off with a address by UW System President Katharine Lyall.
University speakers hitting the road
The UW–Madison Speakers Bureau, starting its first full school year of operation, has already given new voice to the Wisconsin Idea. Based in the Chancellor's Office, the Speakers Bureau began last semester to send university speakers across the state.
Budget action needed to help UW compete for faculty
The lack of a new state budget is hindering the recruitment and retention of faculty, say the university system's top two officials.
UW-Madison receives biotechnology training grant
A National Institutes of Health grant that promotes graduate training in biotechnology has been renewed for an additional five years, according to bacteriologist Timothy Donohue, who directs the program.
Adviser to Tony Blair to speak on campus
Internationally known macro-economist and industrial relations expert David Soskice will give a series of talks this month at the university on employment and economic change in Europe and the United Kingdom.
CNN features UW fresh-produce technology
CNN's Science and Technology Week will run a report on Saturday (Sept. 12) about a UW–Madison technology that has traveled from outer space to the nation's grocery stores. The half-hour program begins at 12:30 p.m.