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UW Geology Museum receives more than $100,000 in minerals
In its 160-year existence, the University of Wisconsin–Madison Geology Museum has never before received a mineral donation like the one recently given by retired UW–Madison electrical engineering Professor R.A. Greiner.
Six faculty members receive Kellett Mid-Career Awards
Six UW–Madison faculty have been honored for their research with Kellett Mid-Career Awards.
Seven honored with Romnes awards
Seven of UW–Madison’s rising faculty have received H.I. Romnes Faculty Fellowships. The award, supported by the Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation (WARF), recognizes great potential in faculty who have earned tenure within the last four years. Award-winners receive a $50,000 award to be used in support of research.
UW-Madison team ‘zaps’ competition with electric snowmobile
The University of Wisconsin–Madison Clean Snowmobile team blew the competition out of the snow at the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) Clean Snowmobile Challenge (CSC) in Houghton, Mich., March 10-15.
Greenbush Day celebration set for March 25
Last March, more than 300 people turned out for a first-time event honoring one of Madison's most culturally diverse and historic neighborhoods. The second Greenbush Day celebration will be held from 4-6 p.m. on Tuesday, March 25, at the Welcome Center, 21 N. Park St., at the University of Wisconsin–Madison.
Recent sightings: Move ’em out!
Photo: Jeff Miller Undergraduate student Lara Nicol organizes her luggage as others board two…
Abigail Adams biography adds to popular interest in American Revolution
"John Adams," a major HBO mini-series debuting this Sunday, is bound to generate renewed public interest in the era of the American Revolution and the founding of the nation. A University of Wisconsin–Madison chapbook series has been mining that rich historical territory for some time. The latest chapbook, a biography of Abigail Adams, fits very closely with the mini-series' focus on John and Abigail's long and storied relationship.
Chancellor search
UW-Madison is currently conducting a national search for a successor to Chancellor John D. Wiley, who will step down in September 2008.
University moves to eliminate SSN-based ID cards
As part of a broader effort to protect the privacy and personal data of members of the campus community, the University of Wisconsin–Madison will phase out any remaining Social Security Number (SSN)-based photo identification cards for faculty and staff.
Study is first in nation to test unusual egg therapy in MS treatment
In a dramatic departure from current treatment approaches, a UW–Madison research team will become the first in the nation to test whether ingesting the eggs of a “helminth” whipworm (a tiny organism that commonly lives in humans and animals, often without causing any symptoms) can tame the flare-ups of the most common form of multiple sclerosis (MS).
University moves to eliminate Social Security number-based IDs
As part of a broader effort to protect the privacy and personal data of members of the campus community, UW–Madison will phase out any remaining Social Security number (SSN)-based photo identification cards for faculty and staff.
For the Record
Wisconsin Week, the newspaper of record for UW–Madison, carries legally required notices for faculty and staff.
On the road, around the globe, looking for home
We are a nation of movers. Every summer 40 million Americans pack up their kitchen tables, couches and clothing and change residences — although almost all move somewhere in the United States. Some claim this phenomenon has something to do with our history of being immigrants and risk-takers.
Writer’s Choice: Plenty of dance on tap during spring break
Campus might not have its usual student bustle because spring recess clears the classrooms from March 15–23, but that doesn’t mean there’s nothing to do.
Students asked to complete NSSE survey
Every two years, a sample of UW–Madison freshmen and seniors is scientifically selected to represent the University of Wisconsin for the National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE).
Employee Matters
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Choosing a chancellor: Respondents focus on equity and diversity
In the final installment of its “Choosing a Chancellor” series, Wisconsin Week asked a number of people to reflect on diversity from a variety of perspectives.
Leadership, fundraising skills cited as traits for next chancellor
The next occupant of the chancellor’s office needs to be a strong leader, an energetic fundraiser, a student advocate, a supporter of the humanities, a legislative troubleshooter, appreciative of a global view — and that’s just the start.
UWPD offers resources on campus violence
In the wake of campus shootings in the past year at Virginia Tech, Louisiana Tech and Northern Illinois University, the University of Wisconsin Police Department (UWPD) has developed a set of training resources for faculty and staff.