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Menghini selected as chancellor’s chief of staff
Chancellor Carolyn "Biddy" Martin has chosen Becci Menghini, a proven relationship builder with a strong record in alumni association management, as her new chief of staff.
UW-Madison narrows field of potential WID research themes
The research direction of the rising Wisconsin Institute for Discovery (WID) is coming into sharper focus as UW–Madison this week (Feb. 20) announced the list of successful pre-proposals for the public half of the new public-private institute.
Recent sightings: Game break
Three students compete in a game of Super Smash Brothers Brawl in the Memorial Union…
Four faculty awarded prestigious Sloan Fellowships
Four members of the University of Wisconsin–Madison faculty are among 118 scientists, mathematicians and economists from around the country who have been awarded prestigious Alfred P. Sloan Research Fellowships.
Genetic information personalizes warfarin prescribing
Warfarin, one of the world's most widely used drugs, is also one of the trickiest to prescribe. Half of those who take it are at risk of serious problems when given the standard starting dose.
Experts discuss supporting young businesses at WARF’s Gilson Event
A panel of experts committed to providing guidance and services to entrepreneurs will share information on "Funding and Resources for Young Businesses" at the Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation (WARF) Gilson Discovery event on Tuesday, Feb. 24 at 5 p.m. in the Fluno Center, 601 University Avenue.
Graduate student wins national leadership award
A University of Wisconsin–Madison graduate student has received a prestigious national award recognizing future leaders in higher education.
Engineered bacterium churns out two new key antibiotics
In recent years, scientists have isolated two potent natural antibiotics - platensimycin and platencin - that are highly effective against bacterial infection, including those caused by the most dreaded drug-resistant microbes.
Chancellor’s statement on Gov. Doyle’s state budget
University of Wisconsin–Madison Chancellor Carolyn "Biddy" Martin released the following statement today on Gov. Jim Doyle's presentation of the 2009-11 budget:
UW-Madison to premiere new show on Big Ten Network
"Office Hours," a half-hour talk show produced by University Communications at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, will make its national network debut on the Big Ten Network at 4 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 19.
French master’s program opens doors to work opportunity
The Professional French Masters Program at UW–Madison is one of the only program in the country that offers a graduate degree that combines language skills with study in other academic areas.
Pedestrians urged to follow safe routes near Education Building
Campus construction officials are urging pedestrians to heed "sidewalk closed" signs along the north side of the Education Building as construction begins there.
Recent sightings: Ice sweepers
Hoofers member Andy Fitzpatrick (left) and student Kyle Martell (right) battle it out in a game of broomball during the annual Hoofers Winter…
Slide show: Crowning glory—Lady Liberty rises on Lake Mendota again
In a repeat performance of one of the most popular college pranks ever, this week Lady Liberty once again appeared to rise from Lake Mendota with torch aloft, thanks to the Wisconsin Hoofers, UW–Madison’s outdoor recreation club.
History of Lady Liberty on Lake Mendota
Photo: Bryce Richter The original statue made its debut in February 1979, fulfilling a campaign promise from Pail and…
Seminar explores Wisconsin’s response to climate change
How is climate change affecting Wisconsin, and how can the state adapt? A series of free public seminars beginning Feb. 26 at the University of Wisconsin–Madison will address those questions.
Researchers cite President’s role in reducing racism
President Obama spurred a dramatic change in the way whites think about African-Americans before he had even set foot in the Oval Office, according to a new study.
Course builds community of biomedical entrepreneurs
A new multidisciplinary course at the University of Wisconsin–Madison is preparing entrepreneurial graduate students to bring biomedical innovations to the patients who need them.