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Recent sighting: “On, Wisconsin!”
UW Marching Band Director Michael Leckrone (right) conducts members of the band during a performance of the fight song “On, Wisconsin!” on the steps…
For mothers of children with autism, the caregiving life proves stressful
Common wisdom tells us that to be the mother of a child with autism is to assume a heavier caregiving burden in life.
FDA-approved drugs eliminate, prevent cervical cancer in mice
Researchers at the University of Wisconsin–Madison School of Medicine and Public Health have eliminated cervical cancer in mice with two FDA-approved drugs currently used to treat breast cancer and osteoporosis.
Now hear this: Mouse study sheds light on hearing loss in older adults
Becoming "hard of hearing" is a standard but unfortunate part of aging: A syndrome called age-related hearing loss affects about 40 percent of people over 65 in the United States, and will afflict an estimated 28 million Americans by 2030.
Zimmermann scholarship assists UW–Madison student
The family of the late University of Wisconsin–Madison student Brittany Zimmermann has awarded a scholarship to financially assist a UW–Madison freshman from Marshfield, Wis.
Bringing ‘bioneers’ to Wisconsin
Bioneers, a leading-edge environmental movement that uses solutions inspired by nature and human ingenuity to support sustainable lifestyles and communities, will be introduced to Wisconsin at a Nov. 13-14 conference in Fitchburg.
Author speaks on the power of young entrepreneurs
Author and veteran business journalist Donna Fenn will be at the University of Wisconsin–Madison during the week of Nov. 9 as the fall Business Writer in Residence, a program that brings nationally known business writers to campus to interact with students.
Nominations for Go Big Read sought
Planning is under way for Go Big Read’s sophomore year, and nominations are now being accepted for next year’s book selection.
More than 700 Wisconsin students to attend World Languages Day
For some of Laura Koebel's students at Plymouth High School, "ethnic" food means a Hawaiian pizza. So an excursion to an East African restaurant such as Buraka, on State Street, is the perfect way to cap off their trip to World Languages Day.
History professor writes definitive Woodrow Wilson biography
After a meteoric rise to the nation’s highest office, a new president working to make major structural changes to government and the economy enjoys majorities in Congress, but faces an unwillingness from opponents to cooperate with him.
Portraits reveal stories behind Vietnam veteran experiences
The faces could be easily forgotten — just middle-aged folks showing what time and gravity can do to hairlines and smooth cheeks. But these faces reveal much more. These are faces of Vietnam veterans from Wisconsin. Defiant, somber, proud, their experiences in the war can be read in their connection with the camera, daring us to look away.
‘On, Wisconsin!’ anniversary events to continue
It wouldn’t be an occasion without cake, song, proclamations and merriment, and two events continuing the “On, Wisconsin!” anniversary celebrations will satisfy those requirements as the Badger Band and UW–Madison Concert Choir honor the song.
“On, Wisconsin!” anniversary events continue
It wouldn't be an occasion without cake, song, proclamations and merriment, and two events continuing the "On, Wisconsin!" anniversary celebrations will satisfy those requirements as the Badger Band and the University of Wisconsin–Madison Concert Choir honor the song.
First employee seasonal flu clinics begin
UW-Madison is offering a series of seasonal influenza vaccine clinics for faculty and staff. In a change from previous years, only the nasal spray version of the vaccine is available at a series of November clinics, with delivery of the injectable version now expected in early December.
For the Record
Wisconsin Week, the newspaper of record for UW–Madison, carries legally required notices for faculty and staff.
Q&A: Taking a new perspective on global health
Last month, representatives from 58 U.S. universities gathered to talk about the accomplishments and challenges associated with the global health initiatives on their campuses. Cynthia L. Haq, professor in the School of Medicine and Public Health and director of UW–Madison’s Center for Global Health, and Karen Solheim, clinical professor at the School of Nursing, attended this inaugural meeting of the Consortium of Universities for Global Health.