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WARF Gilson panel focuses on early-stage financing for technology firms

March 23, 2011

A panel of experts will discuss funding opportunities available to young firms for advancing the research and development of their technologies at the WARF Gilson Bootstrapping seminar being held Wednesday, March 23.

Greenbush Day held today at Welcome Center

March 22, 2011

The fifth annual Greenbush Day will be held from 4-6 p.m. Tuesday, March 22, at the Welcome Center.

Kinesiology department celebrates centennial with Poker Run/Walk

March 22, 2011

Put your running or walking shoes on and make it a full house at the University of Wisconsin–Madison Kinesiology Department's Centennial Celebration 5K Poker Run/Walk along the shores of Lake Mendota.

Japanese students at UW–Madison spearhead relief efforts

March 22, 2011

Following the events of the earthquakes and tsunami in Japan on March 11, members of University of Wisconsin–Madison's Japanese community are working together to assist relief efforts despite being far from home. Their work is only one part of the relief effort under way on the UW–Madison campus.

UW-Madison lake scientist gets world’s top water prize

March 22, 2011

Noted University of Wisconsin–Madison limnologist Stephen Carpenter has been awarded the 2011 Stockholm Water Prize, the world's most prestigious award for water-related activities, it was announced in Stockholm, Sweden today (Tuesday, March 22).

Web chat at 4 p.m. Tuesday with Dean Lori Berquam

March 22, 2011

Live chat to cover student questions and feedback on the New Badger Partnership.

Childhood illnesses exact high cost on the entire family

March 21, 2011

Families whose children have serious health problems spend a much higher percentage of their incomes, averaging nearly $600 more a year on out-of-pocket health care costs than families of healthy children, a new national study reveals.

And the alumni awards go to …

March 21, 2011

The Wisconsin Alumni Association is awarding honors this season to generations of University of Wisconsin–Madison graduates who make positive impacts on campus, across Wisconsin and in communities throughout the world.

New software will help Wisconsin communities redraw their electoral maps

March 21, 2011

With a few quick, deft movements of mouse and keyboard, Jim Beaudoin reorganized voting in Columbia County.

Curiosities: What is the flattest thing in the world?

March 21, 2011

The answer depends on many factors, including how the measurement is made and the scale of interest. “A mountain can look very rough, but if…

New imaging technique provides rapid, high-definition chemistry

March 21, 2011

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International Academic Programs suspends Japan programs

March 17, 2011

Due to changing and uncertain conditions in Japan, International Academic Programs at the University of Wisconsin–Madison has suspended its study abroad programs through spring semester…

UW-Madison musicians mentor area high-schoolers

March 17, 2011

Within the instrument-strewn classrooms of four regional high schools, University of Wisconsin–Madison musicians are inspiring the next generation of classical performers.

Vis-á-Vis: A concert of dance and community

March 17, 2011

This spring, the University of Wisconsin–Madison Dance Department's "Vis-á-Vis" will premiere three nights of dance works informed and inspired by visual art, artists, postmodern dance choreography and martial arts.

Designated furlough day set for UW–Madison on March 18

March 17, 2011

The University of Wisconsin–Madison will close on Friday, March 18 as a mandated furlough day for most of its employees.

Researchers find reduction in asthma attacks tied to seasonal allergies

March 16, 2011

Listening session: Bicycles on Picnic Point

March 16, 2011

Bicycle use and abuse on Picnic Point will be the subject of a listening session at the University of Wisconsin–Madison's Memorial Union from 7-8:30 p.m. on Monday, March 21.

Association will host 25th annual Coming Together of Peoples Conference

March 16, 2011

On March 25 and 26, the Indigenous Law Students Association (ILSA) will host its 25th annual Coming Together of Peoples Conference at the University of Wisconsin Law School.

UW-Madison researcher Thomson wins prestigious Albany Prize

March 16, 2011

In recognition of his pioneering work in isolating human stem cells and the promise they hold for the future of medicine, Wisconsin researcher James Thomson has been named a co-recipient of the 11th annual Albany Medical Center Prize in Medicine and Biomedical Research.

Jahn named to international commission

March 15, 2011

Molly Jahn, a University of Wisconsin–Madison professor and administrator, has been named to a newly created Commission on Sustainable Agriculture and Climate Change, a group of international experts on agriculture, climate, food, economics and natural resources.

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