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Precollege Programs Key to Lifelong Learning at UW–Madison
The nearly 150 precollege programs at UW–Madison are on the front line of the university's commitment to lifelong learning.
Three YWCA ‘Women of Distinction’ Have UW–Madison Ties
Three of this year's YWCA Women of Distinction award winners have ties to UW–Madison.
Pultizer-Winner Blum To Join Journalism Faculty in Fall
A Pulitzer-Prize-winning journalist and UW–Madison alumna will join the School of Journalism and Mass Communication faculty this fall.
The Mars Debate: A Madison Perspective
An overview of the scientific controversy surrounding the Mars meteorite, which has become one of the most important and studied rocks in history, will be presented by John W. Valley, a UW–Madison geochemist, in a public lecture on Thursday, May 15.
Three Elected to American Academy of Arts and Sciences
Three members of the UW–Madison faculty, and one former faculty member, have been elected fellows of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, one of the oldest learned societies in the United States.
U.S. Rep. Sensenbrenner Visits, Looks at Science and Technology Innovations
Rep. F. James Sensenbrenner Jr., named chair in January of the U.S. House Science Committee, will visit UW–Madison on Monday, May 12, for an in-depth look at science and technology innovations.
100 Years (and Counting) of Math Graduates
As many as 250 mathematicians will gather in Madison later this month to help the Department of Mathematics celebrate 100 years of graduate training.
Four-Year Degree Guarantee Now Available — But It’s Not for Everyone
Freshmen students entering UW–Madison in the fall will have a new option -- entering an agreement with the university that will guarantee that they can earn their degree in four years or have the university pay ...
Students, Families, Friends To Celebrate Spring Commencement
White House corespondent Rita Braver, Stein Drugs and Stein Optical founder Martin Stein, and business executive Oscar C. Boldt will speak to 4,000 eligible undergraduate, graduate and professional students celebrating commencement May 16-18.
Six Will Receive Honorary Degrees at Commencement
A former United States secretary of state, an internationally acclaimed artist, a pioneer in retina research, a leader in the study of astronomy, a…
Madison Rated 5th ‘Most Enlightened Town’
Madison has once again been named one of the best places to live in America.
Schools Get A Garden-Variety Education
The children and teachers of Mendota Elementary have embarked on a pilot project in science education that promises a harvest of insight into the process and outcomes of science.
A Fat That Reduces Cancer, Heart Disease and Body Fat?
Conjugated linoleic acid, a fatty acid found in dairy products and other animal fats, has many beneficial biological effects.
Engineering Students Select Top Teachers
Polygon Engineering Council, the engineering college council of student organizations, announced their annual teaching excellence award winners at a banquet April 27.
School of Education Honors Alumni, Staff
A Madison school administrator will be among those receiving alumni awards from the School of Education on Saturday, May 10.
Two Earn Named Professorships
The UW System Board of Regents approved the appointment of two faculty to named professorships at its April meeting.
Folster and Lundquist selected Librarians of the Year
Mary Folster and Mitch Lundquist have been named the 1997 Librarians of the Year by their peers in the University of Wisconsin–Madison Librarians' Assembly.
Economic Impact Study Demonstrates Value of UW System to State Economy
The first-ever economic impact study of the entire University of Wisconsin System details a dynamic financial and social force affecting every region of the state.
Four Win Distinguished Alumni Awards
The Wisconsin Alumni Association has awarded Distinguished Alumni Awards to Stephen Ambrose '57, Ph.D. '63; David Beckwith '50, LLB '52; Donald Procknow '47; and Linda Wilson Ph.D. '62.
Radano Receives 1997 Guggenheim Fellowship
Ronald M. Radano, professor of music and Afro-American Studies, has received a 1997 Guggenheim Fellowship to study the social formation of black music in America.