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Chazen Museum opens ‘once-in-a-lifetime’ exhibition

August 22, 2006

The name Alexander Archipenko may not be as instantly recognizable as some of his fellow Cubists, “but he certainly ranks among the best of them,”says Russell Panczenko, director of the Chazen Museum of Art. Read More

Milestones

August 22, 2006

Michael Apple, John Bascom Professor of Curriculum and Instruction and Educational Policy Studies, was awarded a Doctor of Letters from McGill University in recognition… Read More

Writer’s Choice

August 22, 2006

UW participation in Africa Fest gives Wisconsin Idea global scope at grass roots level Read More

For the Record

August 22, 2006

Professional development grants, research service grants and faculty sabbaticals Guidelines for three 2007-08 UW–Madison faculty grants and programs are now available at… Read More

Internal audit undergoes changes with director retirement

August 22, 2006

Having overseen a revolution in the role of his department in UW–Madison’s administration, Jerry Lange will soon step down as director of Internal Audit after more than three decades of service. Read More

Research council begins new review of doctoral programs

August 22, 2006

The National Research Council (NRC) has begun a national review of research doctoral programs, and UW–Madison faculty, staff and students who receive questionnaires for the review are urged to complete them in a timely fashion. Read More

Almanac

August 22, 2006

Ask Bucky Ask Bucky is a service provided by the Campus Information and Visitor Center. For more information, call 263-2400, visit the office… Read More

Employee Matters

August 22, 2006

This column is prepared by staff of the Employee Compensation and Benefits Services office. E-mail the office at employee@bussvc.wisc.edu, or call 263-7556 or… Read More

Major fall move-in days will affect campus traffic

August 22, 2006

An estimated 2,600 students will be moving into residence halls between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. on Wednesday and Thursday, Aug. 30-31, making those the two busiest days of fall move-in activity on campus. Read More

New welcome center to open in September

August 22, 2006

The university’s new Welcome Center at 21 N. Park St. is expected to be open by mid-September, serving as a gateway to the university and the Greater Madison area and providing both campus and community visitor information. Read More

UWPD, city urge safety awareness

August 22, 2006

As a result of a series of downtown crime incidents this summer, faculty, staff and students are encouraged to maintain a heightened awareness of their own personal safety, especially if walking late at night. Read More

Book Smart

August 22, 2006

Stories about paranormal experiences don’t surprise Blum. “I’d tell people I was doing the book and they’d respond by telling me their own personal… Read More

Staffing changes in store for Dean of Students offices

August 22, 2006

The Offices of the Dean of Students will have several familiar faces working in its units this fall. Read More

New federal grants reflect UW–Madison preeminence

August 22, 2006

Eight of UW–Madison’s international and area studies programs have been awarded a combined total of nearly $4 million per year from 2006-10) in federal Title VI grants under the National Resource Center (NRC) and Foreign Language Area Studies (FLAS) programs, administered by the U.S. Department of Education. Read More

23rd annual Dog Jog planned for Sept. 17

August 22, 2006

The School of Veterinary Medicine will again hold its annual Dog Jog Benefit for Homeless Animals at 10 a.m. on Sunday, Sept. 17. Read More

Convocation to welcome first-year students to UW–Madison

August 22, 2006

All faculty and staff members are invited to join Chancellor John D. Wiley, interim Dean of Students Lori Berquam and Mayor Dave Cieslewicz in welcoming first-year students to campus at the Chancellor’s Convocation for New Students on Friday, September 1. Read More

Student develops open gym sessions for those with disabilities

August 22, 2006

Inspired by the strength and determination of the students she assisted in an adapted fitness class, Megan Petrik, a senior in psychology, developed a successful proposal for a Leadership Trust Award aimed at expanding opportunities at UW–Madison for individuals with disabilities. Read More

Spotlight: Summer Events

August 22, 2006

Spotlight: Summer Events Photos: Jeff Miller Graduating students receive a diploma, group photo and a few… Read More

UW-Madison makes list of LGBT-friendly campuses

August 21, 2006

The University of Wisconsin–Madison has been recognized as one of the 100 best campuses for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) students in "The Advocate College Guide for LGBT Students," the first comprehensive campus guide to offer such a list in the United States. Read More

International law program names associate director

August 21, 2006

Legal scholar and attorney Sumudu Atapattu has been named associate director of the Global Legal Studies Initiative, a joint program of the University of Wisconsin–Madison Law School and UW–Madison Division of International Studies. Read More