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Behind-the-Scenes Badgers: Answering ‘Ask a Librarian’ questions
Editor’s note: Behind-the-Scenes Badgers highlights UW employees who perform interesting, essential and sometimes undercelebrated jobs on campus. Anne Glorioso, left, and Ellen Jacks Job:… Read More
Meet the finalists for vice provost for data, academic planning and institutional research
The candidates’ names and application materials will be shared on the search website 48 hours prior to their visit. Read More
Search starts for vice provost of libraries
A search-and-screen committee has been appointed to help identify and select candidates for the next vice provost of libraries and university librarian. Read More
Science editor-in-chief visits campus with ideas for reinvigorating public confidence in higher education
In a series of events April 17-18, Holden Thorp will address science literacy, opportunities for entrepreneurship and fostering a healthy research environment. Read More
Two UW–Madison students awarded prestigious 2023 Goldwater Scholarships
Yi Won (Paul) Chung and Carl Shirley have received the prestigious scholarship for their achievements in computer science and molecular biology. Read More
Live Coverage: The Investiture of Chancellor Jennifer L. Mnookin
The University of Wisconsin–Madison is celebrating the investiture of Jennifer L. Mnookin as its new chancellor and 30th leader. Follow along as we highlight some… Read More
Reesor: Sharing sad news
The message below from Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs Lori Reesor was sent to all UW–Madison students on April 8. It includes information about a… Read More
Engineering students create medallion for chancellor’s investiture
Mechanical Engineering undergraduate students Teekay Kowalewski (left) and Dylan Zinkgraf (right) present Chancellor Jennifer L. Mnookin with a larger-scale, recast version of the University… Read More
New atomic-scale understanding of catalysis could unlock massive energy savings
Catalyst materials are critical for refining petroleum products and for manufacturing pharmaceuticals, plastics, food additives, fertilizers, green fuels, industrial chemicals and much more. Read More
Science Journalist in Residence meets UW’s creatures
Last week, in addition to visiting students in classrooms and sharing their passion for writing about creatures in a public panel, science journalist Sabrina Imbler visited several labs across UW–Madison to meet researchers and critters alike. Read More
Meet the 2023 Distinguished Teaching Award recipients
Twelve faculty members have been chosen to receive this year’s Distinguished Teaching Awards, an honor given out since 1953 to recognize some of the university’s finest educators. Read More
UW–Madison celebrates completion of new and improved Babcock Hall
The modernized plant is also joined by a new, three-story addition for the Center for Dairy Research, a world-class resource for dairy processors and entrepreneurs. Read More
Drawing UW’s future
Responding to the creative prompt “Imagine UW–Madison in the Year 2198,” students and others in the campus community crafted their ideas into four-inch-square, mini-canvas artwork that will become part of a community mural as part of the investiture celebration. Read More
UW–Madison is part of new national effort to increase college access for rural, small-town students
Small Town and Rural Students (STARS) College Network will build on existing recruiting efforts and create new pathways for students who might not otherwise recognize the full range of educational options available to them. Read More
UW–Madison International Division dean named
Her experience includes developing and leading study abroad programs, increasing the number of international students supported through university fellowships. Read More
Five health tech startups you should know
As these early-stage companies continue to grow, they’re creating high-paying scientific and professional jobs in Wisconsin. They’re also contributing to the state’s economy by attracting venture capital investment and other funding. Read More
APIDA festival offers fun in many flavors
Students enjoyed everything from a community weaving loom to trivia questions to making bookmarks at the Asian Pacific Islander Desi American Heritage Festival on April 1, held at the Multicultural Student Center in the Red Gym. Read More
Researching Wisconsin’s great outdoors
In Wisconsin's lakes and forests, UW–Madison researchers contribute to managing the state's natural resources for all to enjoy. Read More
Regents approve 4% tuition increase
The decision by the UW System Board of Regents marks the the first increase in in-state tuition since 2012. Read More
Final candidates for provost to visit campus April 3-7
Members of the UW community are invited to attend candidate presentations and provide feedback to the search committee. Read More