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Message from Chancellor Martin and ASM Chair Tyler Junger regarding Haiti earthquake relief

January 20, 2010

Chancellor Biddy Martin has asked the university community support relief efforts for victims of the recent earthquake in Haiti.

Flu shot clinics to be held Jan. 22

January 20, 2010

Two flu shot clinics will be held on Friday, Jan. 22, for students and employees.

Science writer tackles Darwin’s ‘Secret Life’

January 20, 2010

Charles Darwin let more than two decades pass between his return to England aboard HMS Beagle and the publication of "Origin of the Species."

UW-Madison plans tribute to student Adkins

January 20, 2010

Shanica Adkins, the late University of Wisconsin–Madison senior killed in a Dec. 31 auto accident, is being remembered as a kind and passionate young woman who was dedicated to helping others.

Roundtable to explore ethics for investigative journalism outlets

January 20, 2010

Although many industry observers see nonprofit investigative news organizations as the future, the emerging journalism model brings a host of new ethical issues.

Kick off the spring semester with “On, Wisconsin!”

January 19, 2010

As the spring semester gets underway, tap into your creative side and enter the “On, Wisconsin!” video competition, commemorating the song’s 100th anniversary.

In sync: Squid, glowing companions march in genetic harmony

January 19, 2010

Most humans are blissfully unaware that we owe our healthful existence to trillions of microbes that make their home in the nooks and crannies of the human body, primarily the gut.

Diving milk prices cut state net farm income by more than half in 2009

January 19, 2010

Times were hard for farmers across the country in 2009, but they were harder than average for Wisconsin farmers.

UW-Madison, UW-Milwaukee to award grants for joint research partnerships

January 17, 2010

Wisconsin's two public doctoral research universities will join forces in the first campuswide program to promote collaborative research projects involving faculty at both universities.

Curiosities: How can a polar bear survive in a Wisconsin zoo?

January 15, 2010

“Wisconsin bears in zoos may not be in an environment as extreme as something like a tropical zoo,” says Kurt Sladky, assistant professor of…

TIP/Haiti experts

January 15, 2010

Tens of thousands are feared dead after the devastating 7.0-magnitude earthquake hit Haiti this week. These UW–Madison experts can provide context and analysis for interested media.

Baby boomers survived rock and roll with hearing intact, study finds

January 14, 2010

Despite dire predictions about listening to loud music, members of the rock 'n' roll generation are aging with much better hearing than their parents had at the same age.

UW Health transplant surgeon joins national transplant advisory group

January 14, 2010

Dr. Yolanda Becker has spent her medical career transplanting organs. Now she’ll be a key part of the governmental body that helps to keep organ transplantation safe and effective.

Panel discussion on race, racism planned

January 14, 2010

The Center for the Humanities is planning a public panel discussion on race and racism on Wednesday, Jan. 20.

ASM, UW–Madison assist students with textbook costs

January 14, 2010

Textbook costs can be a burden for college students. The University of Wisconsin–Madison's student government and university administration are working hard to address these potential difficulties on behalf of students and families.

University Health Services receives national accreditation

January 14, 2010

University Health Services (UHS) has once again received national recognition for providing the highest levels of quality care.

Senior makes her mark in the music industry

January 14, 2010

UW-Madison senior Nika Roza Danilova has garnered an international following under the name Zola Jesus for her experimental caterwauler music.

The story continues off-screen for movies, TV shows

January 14, 2010

Even if you haven't seen "Avatar," you may have caught the movie's trailer on television, heard its characters are blue and 10 feet tall, or know it was directed by James Cameron of "Titanic" and "Terminator" fame. Based on those tidbits, you may have decided you're dying to see the blockbuster or you'd rather watch paint dry.