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UW–Madison launches online Sustainable Systems Engineering Graduate Program

May 14, 2012

The University of Wisconsin–Madison has introduced a new online Master of Engineering in Sustainable Systems Engineering (SSE) program, which will begin January 2013 with applications being accepted through October 15, 2012.

Radiothon raises $528,507 for sick kids

May 14, 2012

The three-day, 39-hour radio broadcast hosted by Tracy Dixon and Mike Heller of Clear Channel Radio station 96.3 Star Country ended Friday night with the announcement of the grand total.

Recent sightings: Union Theater’s ‘Curtain Down Party’

May 14, 2012

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…

Emergency department doctor cautions against ATV dangers

May 11, 2012

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.

UW-Madison student among winners in UW System essay contest

May 11, 2012

Jacquelyn Bonavia is among three winners of the UW System Liberal Arts Essay Scholarship.

Hours extended for finals at Union South, Memorial Union

May 11, 2012

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.

Important voting information for UW–Madison students

May 10, 2012

Recent changes in voting laws, combined with the end of the semester, may require you to plan ahead.

Washburn telescope optics get 130-year checkup, cleaning

May 10, 2012

Bit by bit over the last two decades, the University of Wisconsin–Madison's iconic Washburn Observatory has been restored to its original sheen.

UW-Madison researcher wins Klaus Biemann Medal

May 10, 2012

Josh Coon's work has weight. It's right there in the name: mass spectrometry.

Networking pioneer Landweber named to Internet Hall of Fame

May 10, 2012

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.

UWPD receives state accreditation

May 10, 2012

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.

What makes a great commencement speech?

May 10, 2012

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…

15th annual Jazzin’ benefit supports campus child care

May 10, 2012

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.

Wisconsin Union Theater celebrates history on eve of renovations

May 10, 2012

As the Wisconsin Union Theater closes for a two-year renovation, staffers are opening doors to the public in two farewell events.

Sleep apnea associated with higher mortality from cancer

May 9, 2012

Sleep-disordered breathing (SDB), commonly known as sleep apnea, is associated with an increased risk of cancer mortality, according to a new study.

Union South wins state design award, Best in Show

May 9, 2012

At an annual awards ceremony for the state construction industry, Union South was named Best in Show of the 30 top projects in Wisconsin.