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Journalist to share insights into future of free trade, Doha
Prize-winning journalist Paul Blustein will visit campus Thursday, Feb. 5, as the featured speaker for “Free Trade under Threat: Impact for U.S. Business,” a public lecture with question-and-answer session hosted by the Center for International Business Education and Research (CIBER) at the Wisconsin School of Business.
Experts available to discuss the federal economic stimulus package
As federal lawmakers continue to debate the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA 2009), professional development experts at the University of Wisconsin–Madison are available to discuss the impact of the legislation on the nation's infrastructure.
Arts Enterprise Symposium begins this weekend
The first-ever University of Wisconsin–Madison Arts Enterprise Symposium will help aspiring arts professionals find their place in a world of information about arts careers.
Research uncovers surprising lion stronghold in war-torn central Africa
Times are tough for wildlife living at the frontier between Uganda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Armies are reportedly encamped in a national park and wildlife preserve on the Congolese side, while displaced herders and their cattle have settled in an adjoining Ugandan park.
Piano Pioneers brings musical opportunities to Madison community
For the School of Music, the key to connecting with the Madison community lies within the keys of a piano.
For The Record
Wisconsin Week, the newspaper of record for UW–Madison, carries legally required notices for faculty and staff.
Study firms up idea that triceratops used horns in duels with rivals
Because nobody was around to witness their use, the functions of the impressive horns and frill of the familiar dinosaur triceratops have been a matter of speculation.
Keyboardist highlight of Union Theater special event
Buckwheat Zydeco headlines a performance/dance party, scheduled for 8 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 18, at the Memorial Union’s Great Hall.
Guest Artist Series features accomplished alumni
The Guest Artist Series presents soprano Karen Caballero and pianist David Collins at 7:30 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 8, in Mills Hall. Both artists are alumni of the School of Music: Caballero received the Bachelor of Music degree in 2001 before earning a master’s degree and graduate diploma at the New England Conservatory of Music.
New evolutionary biology option looks to the future of science
Charles Darwin would be proud of the way the biology major has evolved during the last academic year.
Guitar professor featured at School of Music faculty series
The Faculty Concert Series at the School of Music presents guitarist Javier Calderón at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 5, in Mills Hall. Calderón has chosen works by Bach and Spanish and Latin-American composers for his solo recital.
Wisconsin Union Directorate offers chance to explore Costa Rica
“Exploring Costa Rica: Colors, Creatures and Curiosities with Sandy Mortimer” will be shown at 7:30 p.m. on Monday–Tuesday, Feb. 23–24, at the…
Souper Bowl raises funds for Habitat for Humanity
The UW–Madison Chapter of Habitat for Humanity would like you to begin your Super Bowl celebrations on Saturday, Jan. 31 — a day before Sunday’s big event for football fans.
Brainstorming sessions provided helpful suggestions
In the midst of snowstorms, final exams and harried schedules, you came to share your ideas about the opportunities that lie ahead for the university, even as our economy weakened. I am writing to thank you.
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Milestones
Ned Blackhawk, Department of History, was named one of 10 Emerging Scholars by the magazine “Diverse: Issues in Higher Education.” William Brock, Vilas Research Professor…
Partners in Giving campaign raises nearly $3 million from state, campus
The latest report on the 2008 Partners in Giving campaign shows that state, UW–Madison and UW Hospital and Clinics employees have given $2,922,222 to the charity fundraising effort through their individual contributions and several special events.
UW-Madison ranks sixth in Peace Corps alumni volunteers
For the ninth year in a row, UW–Madison has placed in the top tier of the Peace Corps’ top 25 list of large schools nationwide producing Peace Corps volunteers.
Administrator to help lead state office
Alan Fish, associate vice chancellor for facilities, has been chosen by Gov. Jim Doyle to help lead a new state office established to efficiently move…