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Chemistry professor Bassam Shakhashiri was voted president-elect of the American Chemical Society (ACS). Shakhashiri will serve on the ACS board of directors for a three-year…
Knetter looks ahead as new UW Foundation president
When he became president of the UW Foundation on Oct. 16, Michael Knetter was doing what has become natural: pursuing an opportunity he saw as important.
Building literacy skills, friendships on Allied Drive
Miles from Bascom Hill, UW–Madison senior Lauren Chenevert’s Monday afternoon class takes place on a rug shared with 14 antsy third-graders. Her textbook: “Never Smile at a Monkey” by Steve Jenkins.
Coming up on the Big Ten Network
UW–Madison has regularly scheduled program time slots on the Big Ten Network. Look for our academic programming at noon on Tuesdays and at 3 a.m. Wednesday mornings.
Space still available for Badger Watch conference on Jan. 6
There are still spaces available for the fifth annual Badger Watch Safety Conference on Thursday, Jan. 6.
Partners in Giving raises $1.4 million
Although the 2010 Partners in Giving campaign has officially come to a close, there is still time to contribute.
Ombuds available to all faculty, staff
>The ombuds office is a resource for faculty and staff looking for an informal, impartial, confidential and independent option to discuss workplace disputes. Ombuds listen to faculty and staff concerns, clarify procedures, discuss options and act as intermediaries to resolve problems if needed.
Willow Creek pedestrian bridge renamed
The pedestrian bridge that crosses Willow Creek near the Natatorium will soon be known as the Harman Bridge.
Committee named for CIO search
A search-and-screen committee has been created to aid in the identification and selection of a new vice provost for information technology/chief information officer for UW–Madison
Virginia Horne Henry Fund accepts applications
The Virginia Horne Henry Fund for Women’s Physical Education provides money for an annual competition in a number of activities related to women’s physical education, activity and movement, including special programs, new course development, research support, visiting scholars/experts and student support.
Provost’s office requests Baldwin grant proposals
The provost’s office is soliciting proposals from faculty, staff and students for the spring 2011 Ira and Ineva Reilly Baldwin Wisconsin Idea Endowment competition.
Sunday’s cancellations due to blizzard
1:30 p.m. update: If you have information about campus event cancellations or service changes as a result of the weekend blizzard, email chancellor@news.wisc.edu. The list…
UW-Madison study of class of ’57 becomes leading research on aging
During the last 50 years, participants in the Wisconsin Longitudinal Study have helped researchers explore the experience of careers, family life, family and education in America.
Good grades in high school linked to better health, study finds
The "A" grades that high-schoolers earn aren't just good for making the honor roll - they also make them healthier as adults, too.
High school students of Arabic visit UW–Madison
A campus visit on Wednesday, Dec. 8, by 30 high school students of Arabic will unite a U.S. Department of State program and several language and culture initiatives at the University of Wisconsin–Madison.
Recent sightings: Hoofer Resale
People shop for bargains on new and used cross-country ski boots and related gear during first day of the two-day Hoofers 47th Annual Ski…
Learning the language of bacteria
Bacteria are among the simplest organisms in nature, but many of them can still talk to each other, using a chemical "language" that is critical to the process of infection. Sending and receiving chemical signals allows bacteria to mind their own business when they are scarce and vulnerable, and then mount an attack after they become numerous enough to overwhelm the host's immune system.
Services enhanced for students considering health careers
University of Wisconsin–Madison students planning for careers in health-related fields are being helped along by a new advising program made possible through the Madison Initiative for Undergraduates.
UW Cinematheque names new director of programming
The University of Wisconsin–Madison Cinematheque, a film group dedicated to showcasing archival and other rare films from around the word, has installed a new director of programming, Jim Healy.
UW-Madison: There’s an app for that
Mobile UW, the University of Wisconsin–Madison's official iPhone app, is now available for free download from the Apple App Store.