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Fall Faculty Concert celebrates Nikolais
As part of its 80th anniversary, the Dance Program is celebrating the work of 20th century artistic genius Alwin Nikolais which will be showcased in the upcoming Fall Faculty Concert at 8 p.m. Nov. 16–18, in the Margaret H’Doubler Performance Space. Read More
Chancellor’s message to campus regarding the marriage amendment
Before the Nov. 7 election, there was considerable unease on campus about the implications of the state marriage amendment. Questions concerned not only issues of fairness and tolerance, but potential impact on benefits currently afforded to domestic partners. Read More
Statement of Committee on Women regarding the marriage amendment
University of Wisconsin–Madison Committee on Women in the University November 8, 2006 The Committee on Women in the University is… Read More
Statement from WISELI regarding the marriage amendment
Dear WISELI affiliates, We are writing today because we feel compelled to acknowledge the profound disappointment and pain felt by many members… Read More
Marriage amendment listening session scheduled
A listening session will be held from 5-6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 15 in the Main Lounge of Memorial Union to give campus community members an opportunity to voice feelings related to the recently-passed marriage amendment and discuss the implications for domestic partner benefits. Read More
University events forecast: Week of Nov. 19-Nov. 25
The following events for the week of Nov. 19, 2006 at the University of Wisconsin–Madison may be of interest to the general public and the media. All events are free and the public is welcome, except where noted. Read More
Technology aids connections, learning among UW–Madison staff
New developments in technology occur constantly, but a group at the University of Wisconsin–Madison is staying on top of the changes and finding ways that faculty and staff can take advantage of them. Read More
Estate gifts to fund many areas at UW–Madison
A major benefactor of the University of Wisconsin–Madison during her lifetime, the late Ethel K. Allen has funded multiple initiatives on campus in perpetuity. Read More
UW-Extension receives caregiver education award
The University of Wisconsin-Extension was recognized Nov. 9 by the National Alliance for Caregiving in Washington, D.C., for strengthening the delivery of family caregiver education through partnership. Read More
UW-Madison forum examines racial dynamics in higher education
States and their colleges and universities have enacted numerous policies to help undergraduate minority students succeed. The forms and outcomes of these efforts, however, have differed dramatically. The effects of these initiatives will be the subject of "How States and Institutions Shape Racial Dynamics in Higher Education," a campus forum to be held on Wednesday, Nov. 15. Read More
K-12 school reformer to speak on creating cultures of learning
Legendary school founder and reformer Deborah Meier will give a free public presentation, "Creating Cultures of Learning in an Era of Testing and Standardization," at the University of Wisconsin–Madison on Monday, Nov. 13. Read More
Two finalists named for top veterinary diagnostic lab position
After an extensive search, two finalists have been named for the top position at the Wisconsin Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (WVDL), Wisconsin's primary testing facility for animal diseases and education and consultation services. Read More
International students share experiences with area schools
Each year, more than 3,000 international students from more than 100 countries study on the University of Wisconsin–Madison campus. Sharing that worldly experience with the community is the inspiration behind the program International Reach. Read More
Life sciences communication welcomes student radio station
This fall, the Department of Life Sciences Communication welcomed WSUM, the university’s student-run radio station, and its 150 student volunteers to the department. After a year of planning, WSUM moved its administrative home to life sciences communication. Although the station will still operate from its location on State Street, it is now part of the department. Read More
Wiley: Access, budget top university’s priority list
Access is the No. 1 challenge for the University of Wisconsin–Madison, Chancellor John D. Wiley told the university’s Faculty Senate on Nov. 6. Read More
Space Place unveils nifty new exhibits
On Friday, Nov. 10, the University of Wisconsin–Madison's Space Place will unveil three new exhibits about Wisconsin astronomers' explorations of the heavens. Read More
Offices of the Dean of Students to host safety forum
University of Wisconsin–Madison students who live in off-campus apartments and houses are invited to a special campus forum to discuss safety issues. Read More
Political science alums agree on value of UW–Madison education
With a hotly contested election just days away, some leading politicians from both ends of the political spectrum have come together on at least one issue: A University of Wisconsin–Madison political science degree is instrumental in their lives and public service careers. Read More
Top investment managers named distinguished business alumni
Phill Gross and Paul Leff have been named winners of the Distinguished Business Alumnus Awards given by the University of Wisconsin–Madison School of Business. Read More
Police officer stresses listening skills
Spend five minutes with Officer Heidi Golbach, standing on the west steps of Memorial Library outside her office, and she'll point out a half dozen of the characters she knows from her daily patrols of lower campus. Read More