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‘Go Big Read’ seeking suggestions for 2025-26 book
Go Big Read, UW–Madison’s common reading program is seeking title suggestions of any book relating to contemporary issues of broad interest to the campus community. Book suggestions can be made on the Go Big Read website through Nov. 13.
An up-close look at climate coverage
Great Lakes Climate Solutions reporter Isabelle “Izzy” Ross visited journalism classes, met with experts in clean energy and learned about Madison’s (and arguably the world’s) most studied lake, Lake Mendota.
Latine Heritage Month at UW–Madison shines a light on the power of the arts
This year’s Latine Heritage Month centered educational and celebratory events around the arts – showcasing how diverse Latine experiences can help create a shared connection.
For these siblings, UW’s new tribal initiative is a financial boost, hopeful sign
UW–Madison’s new Wisconsin Tribal Educational Promise Program offers financial support to cover the full cost of pursuing an undergraduate degree for Wisconsin residents who are enrolled members of federally recognized Wisconsin Indian tribes.
Messages kick off Homecoming week
To mark the start of Homecoming week, UW student organizations painted messages on the windows of Memorial Union's Lakeview Lounge and elsewhere on campus on Sunday.
Inclement weather policy for employees
UW–Madison employees can find information on campus procedures and how to respond in cases of inclement weather.
In helping students find housing, ‘Mama Erin’ brings the TLC and hard-won street smarts
Erin Warner reviews budgets and housing options with students, looking for ways to help them save on rent. She encourages them to differentiate between wants and needs, throwing some hard truths their way.
Go Big Read author reflects on disability, kindness, independence
“When we advocate for ourselves, not only are we making that space more accessible for the people coming after us, but I think that people around us feel more freed up to say, ‘This isn't working for me,’ or ‘I had this need,’” Rebekah Taussig said.
An ancient animal is helping scientists improve modern technology
Proteins from water bears can help solve a major technological challenge when it comes to getting high-quality microscope images of a diversity of cellular structures and proteins using a technique called cryogenic electron microscopy or cryo-EM.
Kindred spirits: Senior class president, vice president bonded over similar experiences
Duties of the Senior Class Office include helping to plan winter and spring commencement ceremonies, selecting the class gift, organizing senior-inspired events, and advocating for the entire class.
Monica Neugebauer awarded 2024 Packard Fellowship
Neugebauer, who joined UW–Madison’s Biochemistry Department in 2023, discovers and engineers novel enzymes with functions beyond what is commonly found in nature.
Search begins for new chief information officer
A search-and-screen committee has been appointed to help identify and select candidates for the position of chief information officer and vice provost for information technology.
Teaching, research lead UW to rise in worldwide rankings
This marks a two-year surge for UW in the rankings, thanks also to the university’s patents and growing research expenditures.
UW–Madison case study investigates gap in quality of life for Hmong nursing home residents
Mai See Thao believes it’s essential to factor in refugees’ past experiences as they age in care facilities, to avoid reproducing feelings of isolation, abandonment and uncertainty.
Northern lights dance above campus
Those who got outside after about 9 p.m. on Thursday night enjoyed a show in the sky as the aurora borealis danced above campus.
Erickson steps down, Arpaci-Dusseau to lead School of Computer, Data & Information Sciences
Erickson, a third-generation Badger, has led CDIS since its inception in 2019, guiding the school through a transformative period of growth and innovation.
‘Sitting Pretty’ author to deliver Go Big Read keynote Oct. 16
A combination memoir, essay collection and call to action, “Sitting Pretty” invites readers to consider disability from a different perspective. “Instead of disability as the limitation, what if a lack of imagination was the actual barrier?” the author asks.
Media advisory: Election experts and resources available from UW–Madison
Experts from the University of Wisconsin–Madison are available to provide an on-the-ground look at the key issues of election 2024, Wisconsin politics, and insight and analysis about national and state races, polling, and political communication.
‘Together We Do More’ when you become a Partner in Giving
Since its inception in 1973, the Partners in Giving campaign has generated over $89 million, including nearly $2 million last year alone.
University Staff leave schedule to change starting January 2025
The new leave schedule aligns with the university’s fiscal year, which starts on July 1 and ends on June 30. This effort aligns University Staff with Faculty, Limited Appointee, and Academic Staff leave schedules.