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Devesh Ranjan named dean of UW College of Engineering
Devesh Ranjan, a mechanical engineer and a leader at one of the country’s largest and highest-ranked engineering programs, will be the tenth dean of the College of Engineering at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. Read More
UW–Madison ranked among ‘America’s Best Large Employers’ for 2025
UW–Madison came in at No. 199 on the list of employers with more than 5,000 employees. Fifteen private and public sector employers with headquarters in the state of Wisconsin were recognized in the 2025 rankings, with UW–Madison ranking third. Read More
A sudden storm erupts into a Battle for Bascom
The years may change, but the snowball fight remains the same. Call it the "snowball effect" of Bascom Hill. Read More
Through her story of loss and resilience, UW freshman hopes to help others ‘find their light in their darkness’
She chose to bring her spirit of service and passion for mental health advocacy to UW–Madison thanks to the financial aid of Bucky's Pell Pathway. Read More
Food Science students hope to defend UW’s College Bowl championship
UW’s Food Science program within the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences incorporates real-life aspects of chemistry, physics, microbiology, and engineering to solve global and local food problems. Read More
3 UW researchers win presidential early career awards
Three University of Wisconsin–Madison researchers have received the Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers, the highest honor bestowed by the U.S. government on outstanding scientists and engineers early in their careers. Read More
Be aware of UW’s political activity policy
Activities such as sharing a petition or contacting a legislator for political purposes via a wisc.edu email address, using state resources to engage in political campaign activities at any time or engaging in political activities during work time are prohibited. Read More
Panel: UW to focus on founders in entrepreneurship push
Panelists outlined a new vision for how UW–Madison can better support students, faculty, and alumni in launching businesses — and why that shift is critical for Wisconsin’s economy. Read More
A threat to research for the public good
Update: A temporary restraining order was granted in the case of 22 states, including Wisconsin, filing suit against the NIH and its 15% funding cap… Read More
Winter Carnival: Delighting in the ice and snow
UW–Madison's annual Winter Carnival on Feb. 6-9 drew big crowds to the ice and shore of Lake Mendota to skate, ice fish, sled play broomball and hockey and enjoy a freestyle snowboard and ski show. Read More
Pop star Bad Bunny needed a Puerto Rican history scholar. UW–Madison had just the one.
Bad Bunny collaborated with UW–Madison history professor Jorell Meléndez-Badillo on Puerto Rican narratives that accompany the new album “DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS.” Read More
UW–Madison responds to NIH announcement about indirect cost cap
The following statement is in response to the federal directive issued on February 7, 2025 to change the Facilities and Administration (F&A) rate for all existing and ongoing new National Institutes of Health (NIH) research awards to 15 percent, set to go into effect on February 10, 2025. Read More
UW–Madison researchers and Wisconsin farmers work together to produce healthy potato harvests
Potato farmers across Wisconsin have a long history of partnership with UW–Madison vegetable researchers to ensure a healthy harvest, from the initial seed supply to disease prevention and management. Decades of fruitful collaboration have made Wisconsin a model for other states, and UW continues innovating for increased productivity and sustainability. Read More
Chancellor Mnookin chronicles a “momentous year” for UW–Madison, despite challenges
Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin touted the campuswide RISE initiative, which encompasses three main areas of study – artificial intelligence, sustainability and health – to tackle grand challenges facing Wisconsin and the world. Read More
Marissa Bode brings ‘Wicked’ star power and a platform of authentic representation to Memorial Union
In "Wicked," the character of Nessarose uses a wheelchair and Bode is making history as the first actress who uses a wheelchair to play the role. Read More
Sound art: Students turn vinyl records into paintings
Students who painted the vinyl records at the Wheelhouse Studio Free Art Friday event said it was a great way to "relax and chill," and they appreciated that it was free. Read More
UW’s hottest double majors: Pairings broaden knowledge and widen opportunities
Roughly 30 percent of UW grads major in two or more areas, a rate that’s been stable for at least a decade. Pursuing multiple majors is particularly popular in fields like computer science, business and economics. Read More
Search begins for 2 new ombuds
The Ombuds Office was created to provide a resource for all UW–Madison employees (faculty, academic staff, university staff, graduate assistants, post-docs, and student staff members) seeking assistance with work-related issues. Read More
Dr. Nita Ahuja named dean of UW School of Medicine and Public Health
Ahuja is a cancer-care innovator whose treatment approaches and research have garnered international recognition. She’s also a proven leader and administrator with a track record for bringing multidisciplinary teams together to solve health care challenges. Read More
UW–Madison center combating opioid overdoses in Wisconsin highlighted in Sen. Baldwin visit
The new Wisconsin Opioid Overdose Response Center is already making important strides toward its mission to equip Wisconsin pharmacies with innovative tools to prevent opioid deaths. Read More