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Program brings students to Washington, D.C., for global experiences
The phrase "once a Badger, always a Badger" often applies to alumni's continued support of University of Wisconsin–Madison athletics after graduation, but in the case of at least one academic program, the Washington, D.C., Undergraduate Semester in International Affairs in the Division of International Studies, it has meant much more.
Beowulf’s world comes to life in new book
A new Hollywood film opening in theaters Friday, Nov. 16, employs special effects wizardry to tell the story of Beowulf, but a just-released illustrated edition of the epic tale from a UW–Madison English professor comes much closer to showing us the world where the action takes place.
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Program brings students to Washington, D.C., for global experiences
The phrase “once a Badger, always a Badger” often applies to alumni’s continued support of UW athletics after graduation, but in the case of at least one academic program, the Washington, D.C., Undergraduate Semester in International Affairs Semester in the International Studies Department, it has meant much more.
The man with the dream job on campus: director of educational travel
You name it: China, Nicaragua, Mongolia, Panama, Africa … Doug Whittle, director of the Division of Continuing Studies’ Educational Travel Program, has been there — with a pack on his back and tour book in his hand.
Two productions address disabilities, racism
Interethnic racism and the stress of caring for a child with disabilities are not generally dinner party conversation starters. As one director said, it’s not civilized to talk about in polite company.
Berquam announces ODOS changes
Dean of Students Lori Berquam recently announced staff appointments to several key student life units.
Student debt levels continue to rise
Undergraduate student loan debt at the university continues to climb, according to the Office of Student Financial Services. Average loan debt…
Order Thanksgiving dinner to go from Wisconsin Union
Precooked turkey dinners with all the trimmings are available to order from the Wisconsin Union’s catering division until Friday, Nov. 16.
Bridging the divide between math and biology
As a mathematician who has navigated the field of biology for nearly a decade, mathematics professor Julie Mitchell has some sage advice for those who choose to follow. Never hesitate to ask a “dumb” question. Don’t be afraid to admit you don’t know something. Meanwhile, show some bravado.
Sale showcases student potential, affordable art
The Wisconsin Union’s ties to the art world include a legacy of support for UW–Madison’s student artists, with much of the work displayed in each union building coming from students. This support, however, isn’t limited to just displaying art: the Wisconsin Union Directorate Art Committee also organizes an annual student art sale, offering students a chance to price and sell their work to the public.
Exhibit chronicles 100 years of medical education at UW–Madison
For a school that began in an attic, the University of Wisconsin–Madison School of Medicine and Public Health (SMPH) has done rather well during the last 100 years.
Campus invited to segregated fee forum
The University of Wisconsin–Madison's Offices of the Dean of Students (ODOS) will hold a public comment forum on proposed changes to the policies governing how student segregated fees are distributed to student organizations.
UW-Madison political scientist chosen to observe Australian elections
Kenneth Mayer, a University of Wisconsin–Madison political scientist, will travel to Australia as part of an international delegation observing that nation's federal elections on Saturday, Nov. 24.
Global engineering forum targets looming engineering shortage
The United States and the world face severe shortages of engineers by the year 2025, according to research based on U.S. Bureau of Labor data. The challenge of developing leaders in the changing engineering and technical workforce will be explored during the third annual University of Wisconsin–Madison Engineering Executives Forum.
School for beginning fresh-market vegetable growers announced
The 2008 Wisconsin School for Beginning Market Growers will be held in January to reveal what it takes to raise fresh produce in expanding markets.
Post-Kyoto environmental discussion to take place at UW–Madison
This December in Bali, new international talks will be launched to determine the successor of the Kyoto Protocol on Climate Change. The science has spoken. We know the problem is real, but how do we move forward with a solution?
Deep-sea drilling expedition off Japan seeks earthquake, tsunami causes
Harold Tobin is interested in deep scientific questions, whose answers lie thousands of meters underwater. The UW–Madison geologist studies deep oceanic earthquake faults, which extend miles into the Earth’s crust below the seafloor, to learn what causes earthquakes and tsunamis.
Beowulf expert says Hollywood makeover may do justice to epic poem
The epic poem "Beowulf" has all the elements for a Hollywood film: action, monsters and classic battles of good vs. evil. But it also features a "monastic" hero with little sex appeal whose story is told in Old English, a combination that wouldn't exactly fill seats with movie fans.
UW-Madison explores its global scope during International Education Week
Whether through study abroad programs, international teaching and research collaborations, language study opportunities, or the thousands of students from around the world who benefit from our campus every year, the University of Wisconsin–Madison is truly a global university.