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Recent sightings: Union Theater’s ‘Curtain Down Party’
Anita Laabs (right) helps Savanna Shropshire (left) try on an assortment of costumes in a dressing room backstage at the Wisconsin Union Theater’s “Curtain… Read More
Emergency department doctor cautions against ATV dangers
The American Family Children’s Hospital emergency medical staff says there has been a cluster of children who have been injured, or killed, during ATV use recently. Read More
UW-Madison student among winners in UW System essay contest
Jacquelyn Bonavia is among three winners of the UW System Liberal Arts Essay Scholarship. Read More
Hours extended for finals at Union South, Memorial Union
Union South and the Memorial Union will extend their hours until 3 a.m. from Saturday, May 12 through Tuesday, May 15 because of final exams, Wisconsin Union officials say. Read More
Important voting information for UW–Madison students
Recent changes in voting laws, combined with the end of the semester, may require you to plan ahead. Read More
Washburn telescope optics get 130-year checkup, cleaning
Bit by bit over the last two decades, the University of Wisconsin–Madison's iconic Washburn Observatory has been restored to its original sheen. Read More
UW-Madison researcher wins Klaus Biemann Medal
Josh Coon's work has weight. It's right there in the name: mass spectrometry. Read More
Networking pioneer Landweber named to Internet Hall of Fame
The decision to put Lawrence Landweber in the "Innovators" circle of the newly-created Internet Hall of Fame is not likely one that cost the nominating committee any sleep. Read More
UWPD receives state accreditation
The Wisconsin Law Enforcement Accreditation Group (WILEAG) board has voted to award the University of Wisconsin–Madison Police Department law enforcement accreditation on the state level. Read More
What makes a great commencement speech?
It’s commencement season, and Inside UW–Madison talked with Sarah Jedd, assistant faculty associate for Communication Arts 100 and 105, speech composition and public speaking, about… Read More
15th annual Jazzin’ benefit supports campus child care
The campus community is invited to enjoy an evening of great jazz music while supporting campus early childhood care and educational programs for children at UW–Madison. Well-known local jazz singer Jan Wheaton, with the Jan Wheaton Quintet, will perform at the 15th annual Jazzin’ benefit from 5-8 p.m. on Thursday, May 31, in the Memorial Union’s Tripp Commons, 800 Langdon St. Read More
Wisconsin Union Theater celebrates history on eve of renovations
As the Wisconsin Union Theater closes for a two-year renovation, staffers are opening doors to the public in two farewell events. Read More
Sleep apnea associated with higher mortality from cancer
Sleep-disordered breathing (SDB), commonly known as sleep apnea, is associated with an increased risk of cancer mortality, according to a new study. Read More
Union South wins state design award, Best in Show
At an annual awards ceremony for the state construction industry, Union South was named Best in Show of the 30 top projects in Wisconsin. Read More
UW turf specialists offer guidelines for organic and reduced-risk lawn care
When Wisconsin homeowners talk about growing greener grass these days, it's a good bet they're not talking about color. Read More
Jordan’s skills embrace education, art
Many recognize undergraduate advisor Jerry Jordan’s enthusiasm as a recruitment and retention specialist for the School of Education. But fewer know of his prospects as a professional portrait artist. Read More