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UW-Madison alumni invited for Big Ten career-change networking in New York
The Wisconsin Alumni Association and its Big Ten partners are offering an edge to alumni who are job hunting or considering a career move in the lackluster economy. Read More
Graduate student recognized for biofuels advance
In recognition of the earth-friendly biofuel technology he helped develop, a University of Wisconsin–Madison graduate student has been selected to receive a prestigious national award from the American Chemical Society. Read More
Fellows program gives undergraduates chance to lead
Even some of the most dedicated students scour the schedule of classes for ways to make their Fridays a quick day. But every Friday afternoon, Jenny Saffran’s Undergraduate Teaching Fellows meet to discuss their progress in that week’s section, and their lesson plans for next week. Read More
Annual symposium focuses on student learning, new ideas
Faculty and staff dedicate the entire year to teaching eager students, but on May 20–22, they will gather to teach other teachers. Read More
Recent sightings: Final-ly done!
Feeling on top of the world after completing the last final exam of his undergraduate career, Jacob Broullire sits on the Abraham Lincoln statue… Read More
Canceled: Film documents African American experience on campus
A student-produced documentary film, "Like Touching A Hot Stove," which provides a window into student life for African Americans at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, is set to premiere on Tuesday, May 12. Read More
Music professor to be honored at gala
A University of Wisconsin–Madison School of Music professor will be honored with one of four awards presented at the 2009 Wisconsin History Makers Gala on Wednesday, May 27, at Milwaukee's Pfister Hotel. Read More
Recent sightings: Study session
Undergraduate students Darian Pearlmutter and John Ochs study for a communication arts final exam while sitting on an outdoor balcony of the Student Activities… Read More
UW-Madison advises hygiene awareness during commencement weekend
On the advice of University Health Services, UW–Madison’s commencement ceremonies will go on as they always do, with extra awareness of common-sense health measures. Read More
Recycling locations available as students move out
Overflowing Dumpsters could become a thing of the past this year when approximately 6,800 University of Wisconsin–Madison students move out of their university residence halls through May 17. Read More
Cyclists pedal for pledges to support UW School for Beginning Farmers
Friends of the Wisconsin School for Beginning Dairy and Livestock Farmers (WSBDF) will be pedaling for pledges when they wheel out of Dane County's Lake Farm Park on Friday, June 12, for the sixth annual Ride to Farm. Read More
UHS provides influenza updates for UW-Madison
For the past two weeks, UW–Madison officials have been monitoring the spread of H1N1 influenza. Although the virus has been identified in the state and in Dane County, to date there has not been a lab-confirmed case identified on campus. All UW–Madison operations, including final exams and preparations for commencement, are proceeding on schedule. Read More
UW-Madison cancels early summer Mexico programs
Based on the recommendations of the university’s International Emergency Response Committee, Chancellor Biddy Martin is instructing campus units to cancel student programs in Mexico that are scheduled to depart before June 1. Read More
UW-Madison nuclear research and development earns major DOE support
With more than $5 million in U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) funding, University of Wisconsin–Madison engineers are leading 10 cutting-edge research projects that will advance next-generation nuclear energy technologies. Read More
Statement on the passage of the Madison Initiative for Undergraduates
Here is a statement from Chancellor Biddy Martin on today's University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents' vote to adopt the Madison Initiative for Undergraduates. Read More
Center for Leadership and Involvement helps engage students
University of Wisconsin–Madison students have a well-deserved reputation for leadership and involvement in everything from student organizations, volunteerism, study abroad and research to intramural sports and on-campus jobs. Read More
Statement from UW System President Kevin P. Reilly on state budget situation
To: All UW System faculty, academic staff and classified staff “As you may have heard in the news, Governor Doyle today announced his response to… Read More
Chancellor Biddy Martin’s statement on state fiscal situation
“Today, Governor Doyle announced more cuts in the state budget in light of this week’s figures, which show an additional $1.5 billion shortfall. He said… Read More
National Children’s Study set to roll out in Waukesha
The National Children's Study's Waukesha County Vanguard Center begins recruiting volunteers on Monday, May 11, to take part in the largest long-term study of children's health and development ever conducted in the U.S. Read More