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Sun Microsystems Donation Aids UW Computing Research

October 22, 1997

A donation of high-performance computing equipment from Sun Microsystems to UW–Madison will aid projects to make parallel computing a more powerful research tool.

Think You Know Lawyers? Think Again

October 22, 1997

The common image of come-one, come-all contingency-fee lawyers (who charge no fee unless they get you some money) is flat-out wrong, says Herbert Kritzer, professor of political science and law.

UW Theatre Opens Season With ‘Waiting for the Parade’

October 20, 1997

Opening the University Theatre’s 1997-98 season is Waiting for the Parade, a touching modern drama by Canadian playwright John Murrell. Five of UW’s best…

Grant Funds Center For Pediatric Occupational Therapy Education

October 16, 1997

UW-Madison's occupational therapy program has received a five-year, $900,000 grant to establish a Center for Leadership in Pediatric Occupational Therapy Education.

Gov. Thompson Proclaims ‘Sea Grant College Day’

October 15, 1997

Gov. Tommy G. Thompson has proclaimed Wednesday, Oct. 15, as 'Sea Grant College Day' in the State of Wisconsin in recognition of the University of Wisconsin's 25th anniversary as a Sea Grant College.

Smoke and mirros?

October 15, 1997

Health, legal and political experts from around the country will discuss implications of the proposed national settlement with tobacco companies Oct. 15-17 at the UW–Madison Law School.

Making a New Grade

October 10, 1997

Duke University has asked 15 to 20 universities, including UW–Madison, to participate in a study of a new method of ranking grades, called the achievement index.

October 10, 1997

More than two years after Chancellor David Ward outlined a vision that challenged the university community to embrace change and innovation, the enthusiasm for doing things differently continues to grow.

Fall Lecture Series Looks at Human Costs of Drinking

October 10, 1997

A colloquium series this fall, put together by Child and Family Studies, will focus attention on drinking and its implications for human development and family relationships.

Hilldale Lectures Explore Art and Culture, Chemistry and Education

October 10, 1997

An internationally acclaimed artist and writer, Guillermo Gomez-Pena, will open the 1997 Hilldale Lecture series Oct. 14.

Seeing science

October 10, 1997

Illustrations by Joan Kozel and other professional scientific illustrators will be on display in 'Seeing Science,' a new exhibition in the School of Human Ecology's Gallery of Design.

Finding the Best Way To Produce Microchips

October 10, 1997

Through powerful computer models that actually simulate the making of computer chips, UW–Madison engineers are helping lead manufacturers to a new generation of smaller, faster and better electronics.

Ward To Lead Development of the Next Internet

October 8, 1997

Chancellor David Ward will chair the board of trustees for a nonprofit corporation created this month to continue developing Internet2, a new family of advanced internet applications in research and education.

A Tour through the Trees

October 8, 1997

The most striking and historic trees that grace UW–Madison's central campus provide the roots of a new educational experience, courtesy of two walking tours that showcase 70 trees.

Real Estate Experts Praise Campus Vision, But Urge Better Process For Achieving It

October 7, 1997

UW-Madison should create a non-profit real estate corporation, foster better communication with city and state officials and nearby residents, and seriously review transportation needs -- especially parking.

UW Geology Museum Hosts Special Mineral Exhibit

October 7, 1997

The famed mineral collection of William W. Jefferis, 19th-century banker and prominent amateur mineralogist, will be the focus of a special exhibit this month at the UW–Madison Geology Museum.

Jorgensen Named Dean for the Interim, Rather Than Interim Dean

October 6, 1997

Neal A. Jorgensen’s extraordinary contributions to Wisconsin agriculture and the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences received further recognition this week when Chancellor…

UW Chemist Receives Cope Scholar Award

October 3, 1997

Samuel Gellman, an organic chemist and an authority on protein molecules and their function in the body, has been given a 1997 Cope Scholar Award by the American Chemical Society.

Conference Invites Girls To Explore Career Options

October 3, 1997

A conference for seventh- and eighth-grade girls interested in exploring career options will be held at UW–Madison and some off-campus sites Saturday, Oct. 18, 8 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

Healing words

October 2, 1997

Visiting Professor's Lecture Series Bridges Standard, Traditional Health Systems