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Heart cells derived from stem cells used to study heart diseases
A research team at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health is the first to use heart cells derived from stem cells to specifically study certain genetic mechanisms of heart diseases. Read More
Chancellor Martin’s year-end message
Dear Members of the UW–Madison Community, It is hard to believe that another academic year is coming to a close. That thought is a relief… Read More
Slide show: Talk to the animals
Wagging tails and bright eyes — provided by University Health Services on May 5 — helped soothe stress levels as students prepare for final exams. Read More
UW-Madison deepens Posse relationship
The University of Wisconsin–Madison will deepen its relationship with the Posse Foundation this coming year with the addition of a fourth recruitment city - New York - and by joining the Posse Foundation's science-focused effort. Read More
In the battle against invasive aquatic species, Wisconsin bait shops are on the front line
Wisconsin bait dealers are aware of the risks associated with aquatic invasive species, and they are taking steps to help address the problem, a new University of Wisconsin–Madison study indicates. Read More
UWPD seeks information on recent incidents
As the semester comes to a close, UW–Madison Police are seeking information about three violent incidents that took place on and around campus on April… Read More
Teaching Academy names new members
The UW–Madison Teaching Academy announces the induction of 27 new members; 14 Fellows and 13 Future Faculty Partners (FFPs). The induction ceremony was held April… Read More
Grow your best garden ever with Family Horticulture Day
The Agricultural Research Stations of UW–Madison’s College of Agricultural and Life Sciences (CALS) were formerly known as “experimental farms.” Given the breadth of activities, resources,… Read More
Waisman Center presents Festival on the Farm
Since 1986, the Waisman Center Children’s Theatre has presented most of its high-quality children’s programming in its auditorium. Twice a year, however, the action moves… Read More
Volunteer registration for May 16 service day continues
There are hundreds of opportunities still available for those who want to participate in volunteer activities on the Monday, May 16 service day. Read More
Symposium shares changing outcomes, common ground
Students in Professor Colleen Dunlavy’s History 247 class participate in a discussion session led by graduate student Ryan. The annual Teaching and Learning… Read More
High fashion takes a bow in Design Studies show
Since 1992, the design studies department in the School of Human Ecology has celebrated the work of its talented students with a juried year-end exhibition. Read More
HRS will support UW–Madison employees now, into future
On April 18, the Human Resource System went live, becoming the tool that all UW System institutions use to process and manage employment, payroll and the administration of employee benefits. Read More
Book Smart
Environmental Politics and the Creation of a Dream: Establishing the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore (UW Press, 2011) Harold C. Jordahl… Read More
Badger Cycling Team defends home turf in Nationals
Image from 2010 USA Cycling Collegiate Road National Championships in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo by David Stluka. For the second year in a row,… Read More
Morgridges to address graduates at spring commencement
Alumni John and Tashia Morgridge will deliver the charge to the graduates at the university’s four undergraduate commencement ceremonies on Saturday and Sunday, May 14-15, at the Kohl Center. Read More
Student Personnel Association announces 2011 award recipients
UW–Madison’s Student Personnel Association recently honored the energy and dedication of nine student affairs professionals with its 2011 Outstanding Achievement Awards. The honors were distributed at a luncheon held on April 27 at the new Union South. Read More
Five classified employees honored with 2011 awards
Five members of the classified staff were honored with 2011 Classified Employee Recognition Awards. Read More
‘Doors’ poster benefits campaign
“Doors of UW–Madison” features 25 images of iconic entranceways at UW–Madison . The Division of Enrollment Management developed the poster to support students through the… Read More