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Video: Dean of Students Lori Berquam bids farewell
UW–Madison Dean of Students Lori Berquam bids a video farewell to the campus community, as she's stepping down in August. Berquam has worked in the Division of Student Life since 2002 and has served as dean and chief student affairs officer since 2007. She's been awarded an American Council on Education (ACE) Fellowship and will be assigned to a senior role at a new campus.
UW–Madison archaeologist elected to National Academy of Sciences
T. Douglas Price is an emeritus professor of anthropology, an expert on prehistoric agriculture in Europe, and a pioneer in the use of chemical isotopes to assess mobility in ancient peoples.
UW researchers identify arterial hemogenic endothelial cells that can function as lymphoid precursors
Scientists at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health have used human stem cells to make blood-forming cells and demonstrated that they can function as lymphoid precursors, or the earliest cells from which various immune cells arise.
151 students inducted into Phi Beta Kappa scholar society
Approximately 5 percent of the Letters & Science senior class is inducted into the liberal arts and science scholar society.
‘Origins’ scientists to take your questions Thursday during Reddit AMA
Ever wondered what it’s like to unearth a long-buried human ancestor? Or to peer into the night sky to discover the mysteries of galaxy evolution? Find out Thursday.
Asian Studies celebrates new degree program
The Asian Languages and Cultures (ALC) department hosted a symposium last Friday to highlight Asian studies students and the departments’ new degree program.
142 new members join Phi Kappa Phi at UW–Madison
Phi Kappa Phi is the nation’s oldest honor society that is open to students across disciplines. It recognizes the achievements of the most outstanding students in every school and college at UW–Madison.
NEH grant to reunite radio history
Communication Arts associate professor Eric Hoyt is a leader of Unlocking the Airwaves, a collaborative project that will bring together split archival material from the National Association of Educational Broadcasters and create a resource for scholars, educators and the public.
Madison startup completing 100 solar setups in rural Africa
If you take electric lighting for granted, you have not lived in the Democratic Republic of Congo, where lighting options often come down to kerosene, candles or flashlights. The company's solar lights are a new choice.
SPA honors employees who help students
The Student Personnel Association recognized eight distinguished UW–Madison employees for their work in student services.
Mailick stepping down from top UW–Madison research role
Marsha Mailick, who has been on temporary leave as vice chancellor for research and graduate education since January, will continue her research on developmental disabilities at the Waisman Center.
UW researcher to send cotton into space to improve its growth on Earth
Botanist Simon Gilroy will study cotton seedlings grown on the International Space Station in a project that could help researchers understand how to develop plants that use water more efficiently.
Badger Ready offers second chance at completing an undergraduate degree
The new Badger Ready program offers an opportunity for adults 25 and older and veterans of any age to finish their college degrees.
Portraying the spirit of Bucky — in chalk
Students presented their chalk art murals featuring Bucky Badger and other campus icons during Badgers Chalk the Block, an All-Campus Party event held on Library Mall on April 25.
New vice provost of UW–Madison Libraries chosen
Lisa R. Carter, associate director of special collections and area studies at the Ohio State University Libraries, has been selected to lead UW–Madison Libraries. She succeeds Ed Van Gemert, who is retiring.
A shock to the system: Spring has finally sprung
“We always want what we can’t have — and for months, we’ve wanted sunshine and warm weather. Now that we have it, though, there’s a bit of pressure to enjoy every moment,” says Christine Whelan.
Student-to-student: UW’s best lecture halls and classrooms
With more than 380 buildings on UW–Madison’s campus, there are a lot of different classrooms and lecture halls. There are hundred-person lecture halls, small…
Bird observing course an experience in finding passion for nature
In the Birds of Southern Wisconsin course, students must sometimes brave the elements to collect observations of Wisconsin’s overwintering and migratory birds.
Poll results: What do you find most irritating?
Last week, Wiscopinion asked students what is irritating them the most right now. The results:…