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Genome study places modern humans in the evolutionary fast lane
Countering a common theory that human evolution has slowed to a crawl or even stopped in modern humans, a new study by UW–Madison researchers examining data from an international genomics project describes the past 40,000 years as a time of supercharged evolutionary change. Read More
John D. Wiley to step down as UW–Madison chancellor
Chancellor John D. Wiley, who has earned a reputation as a campus builder and a farsighted leader since becoming the University of Wisconsin–Madison's chief executive in 2001, announced today that he will step down in September 2008. Read More
Statement on campus snow clearance efforts
The director of UW–Madison's physical plant has issued a statement regarding the university's snow removal efforts. Read More
Stem cells show power to predict disease, drug toxicity
For the first time, scientists have used human embryonic stem cells to predict the toxic effects of drugs and provide chemical clues to diagnosing disease. Read More
ESPN’s Van Pelt to address midyear graduates
ESPN SportsCenter anchor Scott Van Pelt, who has declared Madison to be America's best college sports town, will deliver the charge to the graduates at the UW–Madison's winter commencement ceremonies at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.on Sunday, Dec. 16, at the Kohl Center. Read More
Recent sightings: I can see my house from here
Space Science and Engineering Center Space Science and Engineering Center student Jarek Sromovsky works to string holiday lights on a… Read More
Give the gift of UW–Madison this season
Another holiday season is upon us, and many university departments and units have gift options for everyone on your shopping list. Read More
Apparel manufacturer responds to UW–Madison concerns
Apparel licensee Russell Athletic has been responsive in dealing with the concerns of UW–Madison and universities across the country over potential workers rights abuses in one of the company’s factories in Honduras. Read More
Badger Safety conference planned
The UW Police Department will hold its second annual Badger Watch Safety Conference on Wednesday, Jan. 16, at the Memorial Union from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. The event is free and open to all members of the university community. Read More
Roundtable features spoken word
An end-of-semester tradition for many faculty and staff members is attending the December session of University Roundtable. Attendees join colleagues and friends for lunch, listening and learning throughout the year, but in December, the audience is treated to a performance by students, faculty or staff. Read More
DuPont fellowship funds address plant breeder shortage
In 2008, DuPont’s Pioneer Hi-Bred seed business will provide the plant breeding and plant genetics program with a $60,000 grant, renewable annually for five years, to support two new graduate fellowships. Read More
Gangsters, dark comedy featured in film festival
The 17th installment of the Polish Film Festival returns to the Madison campus Friday-Sunday, Dec. 7-9. Read More
ESPN’s Van Pelt to address mid-year graduates
ESPN SportsCenter anchor Scott Van Pelt, who has declared Madison to be America’s best college sports town, will deliver the charge to the graduates at the university's winter commencement ceremonies on Sunday, Dec. 16, at the Kohl Center. He will speak at both the 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. ceremonies. Read More
Thome named WARF’s director of investments
Carrie J. Thome has been named director of investments at the Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation (WARF). Read More
Milestones
Baha Balantekin, Eugene P. Wigner Professor of Physics, has been elected to the Executive Board of the American Physical Society (APS). Mary Behan was named… Read More
Book documents gender disparities in retirement
Gender gaps that women experience on the job and in the home continue into retirement. Women older than 65 are twice as likely as men to live below the poverty line. Read More
Marching band honored for philanthropy
The members of the UW Marching Band were honored as “Outstanding Young Philanthropists” at the 20th annual National Philanthropy Day celebration hosted by the Association of Fundraising Professionals at the Overture Center on Nov. 16. Read More
New program takes grassroots approach to training school leaders
Schools across the United States today face more pressure than ever to boost student performance levels and close the gaps in achievement between students of different racial, ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds. While many schools are struggling to make adequate progress, others have developed strategies that are contributing to significant improvements. Read More
Basketball, hockey up next for network
The Big Ten Network is gearing up for winter sports coverage, even as the network and cable television giants arm wrestle over where the network can be viewed. Read More
Employee Matters
This column is prepared by staff from the Office of Human Resources. E-mail questions to benefits@ohr.wisc.edu or call 262-5650. For more information, visit Payroll and Benefits Services. Read More