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Jazz event benefits campus child care, honors educators

May 17, 2006

Well-known local jazz singer Jan Wheaton, with the Jan Wheaton Quintet, will perform at a fund-raising event to benefit the University of Wisconsin–Madison Campus Child Care Centers. Read More

New agreement smoothes road from Northwoods to UW–Madison

May 17, 2006

A new agreement between the University of Wisconsin–Madison and Nicolet College in Rhinelander will simplify the path for Northwoods students interested in transferring between the two institutions. Read More

Spring commencement: Transcript of address by Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin

May 16, 2006

Spring Commencement Address Delivered by Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin May 14-15, 2005 Kohl Center Chancellor, graduates, families, friends, faculty,… Read More

10th anniversary of Pet Pals at Children’s Hospital

May 16, 2006

On June 1, the Pet Pals program will celebrate its 10th anniversary of providing companionship and comfort to hospitalized children. Read More

Study: Exercise, diet may protect against colorectal cancer

May 15, 2006

Voluntary exercise and a restricted diet reduced the number and size of pre-cancerous polyps in the intestines of male mice and improved survival, according to a study by a University of Wisconsin–Madison research published May 13 in the journal Carcinogenesis. Read More

UW-Madison executive education among world’s best

May 15, 2006

The University of Wisconsin–Madison School of Business has made the Financial Times' annual list of the world's top executive education providers for the fifth consecutive year. In its May 15 business education section, the London-based Times ranked executive education programs throughout the world. UW–Madison was ranked 14th in the U.S. (28th in the world) in the publication's overall ranking. Read More

NSF grants bolster integrative graduate study

May 11, 2006

Twin grants from the National Science Foundation (NSF), coupled with matching institutional funds, will give a $6.8 million boost to innovative graduate study and research in global sustainability, development, and the environment at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. Read More

How a crop nutrition problem becomes an insect problem

May 11, 2006

Potassium-stressed soybean plants - with their telltale yellowed leaf edges - can harbor large numbers of soybean aphids, insidious pests that can cause millions of dollars in damage to Wisconsin crops. Read More

Evjue grant provides opportunity for piano performance

May 10, 2006

A piano student's lot is a lonely one. They practice and perfect their instrument in solitude and usually perform only for the critical ears of their professors and peers. They rarely have the opportunity to perform before a lay audience or with other musicians, unlike members of an orchestra or choir. Read More

Christopher Ochoa, exonerated in Texas crimes, earns law degree

May 10, 2006

A Texas man who served 12 years in prison for a rape and murder he did not commit will graduate from the University of Wisconsin Law School on Friday, May 12. Read More

Job prospects bright for UW–Madison graduates

May 10, 2006

Employment is certainly one of the top issues on the minds of University of Wisconsin–Madison students participating in this weekend's (May 12-14) commencement ceremonies. According to UW–Madison career and placement experts, graduates are entering a strong job market and generally finding success in their searches. Read More

Provost announces vice chancellor transition

May 10, 2006

Provost Patrick Farrell has announced that Professor Virginia (Gina) Sapiro will step down from her role as associate vice chancellor for teaching and learning on Aug. 1. Read More

Howell named director of International Academic Programs

May 10, 2006

Robert B. Howell, professor of German, has been named director of International Academic Programs, within the Division of International Studies, following a national search. Read More

Bike to Work Week held May 13-19

May 10, 2006

Spring temperatures and longer days create the perfect setting for cycling, and Bike to Work Week, scheduled for May 13-19, is a great chance to renew your relationship with your bicycle. Read More

Academic Staff Professional Development Grants awarded

May 10, 2006

Academic Staff Professional Development Grants for 2006-07 have been awarded to academic staff for conferences, training or other professional development projects occurring between July 1 and Dec. 31. Read More

Timetable goes online: Bidding farewell to a campus institution

May 10, 2006

Beginning in fall 2006, editions of the fall and spring Timetable at UW–Madison will only be available online. The paper version of the summer Timetable will continue to be produced. Read More