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New research reimagines anti-poverty policies and the social safety net
A selection of innovative anti-poverty policy proposals by leading social scientists, including some from UW–Madison, explores alternatives to shrinking federal programs.
Forecasting antibiotic resistance with a ‘weather map’ of local data
To help physicians choose the best antibiotic first, researchers in the School of Pharmacy and the State Cartographer's Office are drawing inspiration from the weather.
Pulling needles out of haystacks: With computation, researchers identify promising solid oxide fuel cell materials
Using advanced computational methods, UW–Madison materials scientists have discovered new materials that could bring widespread commercial use of solid oxide fuel cells closer to reality.
GreenHouse program coordinator blends sustainability, student life
The learning community, one of 10 organized by University Housing, lets students explore sustainability and agricultural systems through seminars and hands-on experiences that are integrated with residential life.
Nominees sought for 2018 Administrative Improvement Award
The award recognizes exceptional performance in administrative roles that support academics, research, student services, outreach and administration.
Vigil, march commemorate Parkland shooting
About 200 students and community members gather on Library Mall Wednesday for a vigil in honor of those killed and injured in the mass shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida.
ABC News’ David Muir, America’s most-watched anchor, to be spring commencement speaker
Muir is known as a tough and principled reporter whose exclusive interviews generate global headlines — a “Gen X Walter Cronkite,” as Vanity Fair magazine put it.
Ebola vaccine inches toward human clinical trials
The need for an Ebola vaccine is acute. Periodic outbreaks of the disease in sub-Saharan Africa, including an epidemic between 2013 and 2016, caused major loss of life and serious economic disruption.
Poll results: What’s one thing you can’t live without?
In our last Wiscopinion, we asked, what's one thing you couldn't live without? Here are the results:
Kohler, college of engineering to unveil Kohler visualization studio
In addition to donating $1 million to renovate the space, Kohler has committed ongoing involvement from its associates to ensure students gain an innovative mindset and technical knowledge.
UW–Madison ranked No. 1 for Peace Corps for second year
The University of Wisconsin–Madison has once again been ranked first among large schools on the Peace Corps 2018 Top Volunteer-Producing Colleges and Universities list.
UW dining halls look to expand sustainability efforts
In an effort to reduce waste, University Housing is transitioning to compostable to-go containers and working on connecting with more local food recovery partners — just two of many ways UW’s dining halls are working to become more sustainable.
UW Press book inspires national framework for teaching about slavery
A new report found a broad failure of textbooks, state standards and pedagogy to adequately address the role slavery played in the development of the United States — or how its legacies still influence us today.
Three UW–Madison child care centers earn national accreditation
Eagle’s Wing Child Care, UW Preschool Lab, and Little Chicks Learning Academy now have National Early Childhood Program Accreditation after a process of surveys, classroom and playground updates, policy review and site visits.
University suspends Theta Chi fraternity due to conduct violations
The suspension means that the chapter is barred from holding events and activities and from operating with the rights and privileges of a registered student organization. Theta Chi will be unable to admit a fall pledge class.
Dreary outside? Study inside
Undergraduate Reagan Stultz uses her sticker-covered laptop to review notes for an upcoming chemistry exam as she studies at Union South.
Voter IDs for students available at two sites on campus during Tuesday’s primary election
If you're a student who needs a voter ID card, they’re available at the Wiscard office at Union South and another site at Gordon Dining and Event Center, which both will remain open from 7 a.m. until 8 p.m. on Tuesday.
To sleep, perchance to forget
The debate in sleep science has gone on for a generation. People and other animals sicken and die if they are deprived of sleep, but why is sleep so essential?
New approaches in neuroscience show it’s not all in your head
“How we experience the world affects us in more ways than we previously thought,” says Richard Davidson, a professor of psychology and psychiatry at UW–Madison and director of the Center for Healthy Minds.
Use of mobile app reduced alcohol and drug use
The application called Seva provides a discussion board, interactive modules to teach problem solving, tools for coping with cravings and high-risk situations, and other features.