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Could an arthritis drug unlock lasting relief from epilepsy and seizures? UW–Madison researchers see promising results in mice.
A drug typically prescribed for arthritis halts brain-damaging seizures in mice that have a condition like epilepsy, according to researchers at UW–Madison. If the drug proves viable for human patients, it would be the first to provide lasting relief from seizures even after they stopped taking it. Read More
The comeback champs: Badger women’s hockey caps historic season with epic overtime win
The Wisconsin women’s hockey team captured another NCAA title on Sunday, March 23 with a thrilling overtime victory. The win is the Badger's eighth national championship, the most of any program in the country. Read More
Sun spot: Badgers enjoy a taste of early spring
Badgers flock to the Terrace during an unexpectedly warm day, just in time for this year's spring break recess. Read More
Bucky’s Tuition Promise makes college dreams come true for Wisconsin families
UW–Madison now has three major financial aid initiatives that support Wisconsin residents: Bucky’s Tuition Promise, Bucky’s Pell Pathway and The Wisconsin Tribal Educational Promise Program. Together, these initiatives have benefitted more than 8,000 students from Wisconsin over the past seven years. Read More
Mnookin, Isbell Jr., Cramer: Preserving UW–Madison’s mission amid financial uncertainty
As you are well aware, the last couple of months have been filled with rapidly changing federal directives that could drastically impact our financial situation. We understand the stress this is causing and have been working with leadership across the university to plan for a variety of possible scenarios and to focus on protecting our mission of excellence in research, teaching, and service. Read More
UW Curling Club sweeps to 2nd straight championship
The UW curling club, started as a club sport just two years ago, defeated perennial curling power Michigan Tech 5-3 in the championship in Midland, Mich., on March 9. Read More
A green sanctuary
Early spring holds the promise of green, as leaves and shoots will emerge in the coming months. But if you want to see and smell green foliage sooner, you can turn to the D.C. Smith Greenhouse, used to grow plants for classes in UW–Madison's College of Agricultural and Life Sciences. Read More
Meet the 2025 Distinguished Teaching Award winners
“These 12 talented educators come from academic disciplines that are as different as can be — from forestry to literature to computer science — but they share a deep commitment to inspiring our students to be curious about both ideas and the vast world around them, and to preparing them to lead lives of purpose in the proud tradition of the Wisconsin Idea," Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin says. Read More
For the love of a pet
The WisCARES veterinary clinic at UW–Madison provides affordable care for animal owners experiencing financial hardship or housing instability. Read More
AI, data science and the transformation of scientific research: A primer
The pace of technological advancement in AI and data science can be overwhelming. Here are 10 things to know about the two closely related yet distinct fields that are driving research and innovation in one of Wisconsin's key industries: agriculture. Read More
Building momentum: Future of Humanities, key facilities projects are focus of Governor’s campus tour
Yesterday, University of Wisconsin–Madison officials, faculty and staff accompanied Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers and media on a tour of Chadbourne Hall, Rheta’s Market, and… Read More
Eboo Patel: Universities teach how to uplift each other in a diverse democracy
Getting people who disagree to collaborate, cooperate and live together is all part of the American experiment, Patel said. Universities are the perfect space to teach students how to engage with one another and contribute to a diverse democracy. Read More
Remembering Professor Emerit Ann Palmenberg, renowned leader in virology
Enthusiastic, jovial and persistent, Palmenberg rarely did anything halfway, at work or at home. She made it her mission to find ways to connect with everyone she met — and if that meant an opportunity to share the coolest thing she did in the lab that week, all the better. Read More
Partners in Giving raises nearly $2 million for charities, recognizes volunteers
The campaign allows employees to make donations to the charity or charities of their choice, supporting causes that make a tremendous impact on the quality of life in their own neighborhoods, as well as abroad. Read More
UW-Madison update on Title VI complaint
UW–Madison condemns antisemitism in all its forms and strives to promote a welcoming campus environment for all members of the campus community, free from discrimination,… Read More
UW–Madison prepares for possible federal shutdown
A federal government shutdown may affect university research operations, though its implications depend largely on the length and the corresponding guidance provided by federal agencies. Read More
Governor’s budget plan includes Humanities demolition, expansion of campus housing capacity
Evers’ plan calls for $262.6 million in state funding to demolish the campus’s outdated Humanities Building and relocate the art and music programs by expanding existing buildings, as well as $293.4 million to construct additional housing on campus. Read More
NIH funding drives life-saving innovation and economic impact in Wisconsin. University, biomedical and industry leaders issue call to protect it.
Chancellor Mnookin, Universities of Wisconsin, along with industry, university, hospital and health system partners reinforced the importance of NIH funding during a news conference at the UW School of Medicine and Public Health. Read More
Brent Plisch named UWPD chief of police
Plisch said the UWPD will continue to focus on building relationships, learning about the UW–Madison community's expectations and finding creative ways to engage UWPD staff so the community is prepared to meet future challenges together. Read More
Mnookin, Isbell: Amid uncertainty, a commitment to our mission
We write to provide some updates on recent activity at the federal level and ways we, along with other UW–Madison leaders, continue to assess the implications of these actions and respond across multiple levels. Read More