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SECC campaign kicks off Monday; $2.2 million is goal
The university hopes to raise $2.2 million this fall through the annual State, UW and UW Hospital and Clinics Combined Campaign of Dane County (SECC). The campaign gets officially under way Monday, Oct. 11.
Trade delegate to speak
John B. Richardson, deputy head of delegation in the U.S. for the European Commission, plans to discuss recent trade disputes between the U.S. and the European Union in a speech Tuesday, Oct. 19.
Theater director personifies stage work
Guest director Larry Lane is challenging the actors in University Theatre's production of "All My Sons" to incorporate the play's subtext into their characterizations.
Madison Initiative: How will it help state?
The new public-private investment will carry broad benefits.
Madison Initiative: Targeting 5 areas
UW-Madison will invest in five key areas over the next four years.
Chancellor says Madison Initiative will boost quality
The Madison Initiative included as part of the state budget will provide the resources needed to recruit and retain the highest-quality faculty and academic staff, Chancellor David Ward says.
Theoretical chemist wins Hirschfelder prize
Joshua Jortner, a prolific and accomplished physical chemist from Tel Aviv University, is the recipient of the Joseph O. Hirschfelder Prize in Theoretical Chemistry.
Search on to fill workforce equity position
The university is seeking applications to fill the position of assistant vice chancellor for workforce equity and diversity. The deadline to apply is Friday, Oct. 15.
Volunteers sought to work with aging adults
The Community Services Committee of the Wisconsin Union Directorate is looking for volunteers to work with aging adults in a variety of programs.
Best budget in a decade, chancellor says
Chancellor David Ward says the new state budget contains the best news for the university in at least a decade.
Homecoming parade features “Bucky’s dad”
The 1999 Badger Homecoming celebration Oct. 10-16 will "Treasure the Tradition - 150 Years," and in that spirit, "Bucky's dad will be parade marshal.
Howard appointed interim associate vice chancellor
Roger Howard, a longtime associate dean of students, has agreed to serve as interim associate vice chancellor for student affairs.
L&S appoints student academic affairs leader
Judi Roller has been appointed to lead the Student Academic Affairs office in the College of Letters and Science.
Full-color UW calendar raises money for scholarships
A new university calendar features 14 full-color photos of some of the most beautiful places on campus -- and buying the calendar will help support students who attend the university.
Participants sought for macular degeneration study
The Department of Ophthalmology is recruiting patients to participate in a five-year clinical trial to determine whether laser treatment can decrease vision loss for older individuals at risk of developing severe age-related macular degeneration.
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Calendar briefs
Takacs Quartet opens series Recognized as one of the world’s leading string quartets, the Takacs Quartet (pronounced TAH-kahsh) performs at…
Events Bulletin
Learning Public Management Workshops One-day workshops this fall on various aspects of management in the public sector. Topics include…
For the Record
Policies and procedures Applications for Speakers The University Lectures Committee is accepting applications for the 1999-2000 academic year from departments, academic…
Image conscious: Service helps illustrate work
Medical Illustration and Photography staff members support clinical, teaching and research projects at the Medical School, University Hospital and Clinics, health sciences and for other university faculty and staff.