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Hot subjects—Integrated Liberal Studies 275: ‘The Art of War’
This series profiles four new courses that have piqued the interest of undergraduates. Read More
Study reveals possible genetic risk for fetal alcohol disorders
New research in primates suggests that infants and children who carry a certain gene variant may be more vulnerable to the ill effects of fetal alcohol exposure. Read More
Recent sightings: Halliburton protest
Approximately 100 protesters fill the main floor of the Engineering Centers Building to protest against Halliburton’s recruiting efforts during an engineering… Read More
Be a part of the audience for next ‘Wisconsin Reflections’ tapings
A limited number of audience spots are now available for the next six live tapings of “Wisconsin Reflections,” a television show produced by the University of Wisconsin–Madison for the Big Ten Network. Read More
Stop, look, listen — and make your own art — at 2007 Arts Night Out!
University of Wisconsin–Madison's Arts Night Out! 2007 has something certain to inspire and enchant everyone. Read More
SWAP expands hours, deepens discounts in advance of move
Discounts and expanded hours are in store for bargain-hunters at the University of Wisconsin–Madison's SWAP (Surplus With a Purpose) shop. Read More
UW-Madison continues anti-sweatshop campaign
The University of Wisconsin–Madison’s Labor Licensing Policy Committee is beginning another academic year advocating against sweatshop abuses in licensed-apparel manufacturing. Read More
$7.2 million grant to aid search for ALS stem cell therapy
With the help of a $7.2 million grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH), a team of University of Wisconsin–Madison researchers will explore the potential of stem cells and natural growth factors to treat amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig's disease. 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 Services and Benefits Services. Read More
UW–Madison enhances crisis communications
This is the first in an occasional series of stories about how the UW–Madison community is reacting to the tragedy at Virginia Tech. Read More
Grant supports changes to clinical, translational research
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has awarded UW–Madison’s new Institute for Clinical and Translational Research (ICTR) one of the largest grants in the history of the School of Medicine and Public Health. Read More
Professor finds the modern in the medieval
Chris Kleinhenz retired from the Department of French and Italian after nearly 40 years of leading students through Dante’s “Divine Comedy” — including Inferno, Purgatory and Paradise — and showing them why the medieval text matters. Read More
Many performances on tap for arts season
Campus arts groups have been hard at work planning their seasons for 2007–08, and their efforts have something for everyone, from dance and world music to a violin prodigy and compelling theater. There are hundreds of performances and events held each semester — those listed below are just some of the highlights to put on the calendar now. Read More
Richard Brown: Helping problem drinkers scale back or quit
Wisconsin Initiative to Promote Healthy Lifestyles, which opened at 21 primary care clinics around the state this past spring and summer, is simple and effective in early detection of at-risk or harmful drinking or drug use, numerous studies show. Read More
New computing tools address core administrative functions
Nobody likes working with outdated computer systems. The key is to convert to new systems before the old ones start to falter. Read More
Dean’s review begins
A review is under way for Graduate School Dean Martin Cadwallader. Read More
Campuswide fire drills take place this week
Students, faculty and staff are encouraged to listen for and participate in campus building fire drills taking place Wednesday and Thursday, Sept. 19 and 20. Read More
Hybrid buses come to campus
Two of Wisconsin’s first hybrid electric-powered buses will be in service on campus soon. Read More
Roundtable begins Oct. 10
Faculty and staff are invited to join colleagues and friends for lunch, listening and learning during the fall University Roundtable. Read More