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Program tests behaviors that prevent bowel leakage in women

May 11, 2017

A University of Wisconsin–Madison gynecological surgeon is testing an educational program to reduce or prevent incontinence in women in southern and central Wisconsin. Read More

Colorado investigator, a UW alum, will be next Title IX coordinator

May 11, 2017

Lauren Hasselbacher most recently worked as a senior investigator in the Office of Institutional Equity and Compliance at the University of Colorado Boulder, where she investigated allegations of discrimination, harassment and sexual misconduct on campus. Read More

As computing moves to cloud, UW–Madison spinoff offers faster, cleaner chip for data centers

May 10, 2017

A UW–Madison professor has formed a startup to advance a streamlined chip design that will run up to 10 times faster than those now inside data centers. Read More

Grammar Badgers spread language wisdom

May 10, 2017

Need some grammar advice? The Grammar Badgers website is perfect for you. The Grammar Badgers program was created by graduate students in English linguistics… Read More

Speaker: You have to be your own ignition

May 10, 2017

"I’m a firm believer in that you can be successful at whatever you want to be. If there is something that you are really good at, you should just believe in yourself and stick to that." Read More

Badger athletic teams are leaders in academic performance

May 10, 2017

The Wisconsin football, men's soccer, men's tennis, women's golf and women's hockey teams all earned NCAA Public Recognition Awards for posting scores in the top 10 percent of their sport. Read More

Alumni Park opening date, first featured grads announced

May 10, 2017

The new green space between Memorial Union and the Red Gym will officially open to campus and the community Friday, Oct. 6, showcasing the work of artists and makers — including local artisans — who contributed to the park's design. Read More

UW program aims to update buildings so dairy cows can be happy

May 9, 2017

Wisconsin farmers consult with the UW's Nigel Cook, an expert in scientific treatment of dairy cows — which, Cook says, is sensible, humane ­­­­and profitable all at once. Read More

UW-Madison contributes to Big Ten EPA challenge win

May 9, 2017

The University of Wisconsin–Madison was recognized by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) as one of the six Big Ten schools that won the 2016-2017 Collective Conference Championship for using renewable energy. Read More

UniverCity Year celebrates yearlong partnership with Monona

May 9, 2017

On May 3, students, faculty and community members gathered at the Lake Mendota Room inside Dejope Hall to celebrate a yearlong partnership between the city of Monona and the University of Wisconsin–Madison. Read More

South African cave yields yet more fossils of a newfound relative

May 9, 2017

The discovery of the new Homo naledi fossils, representing the remains of at least three juvenile and adult specimens, includes a “wonderfully complete skull,” says UW–Madison anthropologist John Hawks. Read More

Commencement spotlight: Class of 2017

May 7, 2017

Some overcame immense challenges to get here. All have achieved a cherished goal. See how some members of the Class of 2017 made their mark. Read More

Spring comes to Allen Centennial Garden

May 5, 2017

The Allen Centennial Garden is at the height of its late-spring beauty this week, as many of its flowers are blooming. The garden was dedicated… Read More

New center brings together biologists, engineers to improve crops

May 5, 2017

The phenotyping center at the Wisconsin Crop Innovation Center aims to develop new ways to measure plants and address novel questions about what factors influence crop performance. Read More

Arts Institute gives 2017 Awards in the Creative Arts

May 4, 2017

Each spring, the UW–Madison Arts Institute recognizes faculty, staff and student achievements and professional service, along with supporting future creative endeavors and research. Read More

Black Cultural Center grand opening

May 4, 2017

The university’s Black Cultural Center marked its grand opening with a full day of events on Wednesday. The center, located in the Red Gym, includes a lounge, collaborative work areas, computer work stations and space to showcase art. A visual timeline honors the contributions of black students to the university. Read More

Transportation Services sets 2017-18 policies, raises rates for parking, bus passes

May 4, 2017

Rate adjustments will help cover rising costs, like the upkeep of aging lots and parking structures and construction of new parking facilities. Read More

Study measures air pollution increase attributable to air conditioning

May 3, 2017

The study shows the electricity production associated with air conditioning causes emissions of sulfur dioxide, nitrogen oxides and carbon dioxide to increase by hundreds to thousands of metric tons. Read More