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UW-Madison executive education among world’s best
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
College of Engineering honors seven faculty, staff
The College of Engineering at the University of Wisconsin–Madison has honored seven faculty and staff members for their outstanding contributions in teaching, research and service. Chosen by a committee of their peers, award recipients each receive privately funded stipends and permanent recognition on a plaque in Engineering Hall. Read More
Executive Education competition announced
The Professional Development and Recognition Committee of the Academic Staff Assembly has announced the 2006 Competition for Executive Education Courses. Read More
Free program offers scientific exploration to everyone
Steve Preston, a graduate student at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, will talk about how his personal journey with cancer has shaped not only his master's thesis research on sustainable engineering, but his approach to life, at Wednesday Nite @ the Lab at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, May 10. His project on engineering mall, an elaborate, interconnected structure of paper tube arches that bridge art, engineering and industry, portrays life as a series of portals. Read More
Babcock Institute receives export achievement award
The Babcock Institute for International Dairy Research and Development received a 2006 Governor's Export Achievement Award - Agricultural Support Service Providers at the 42nd annual Wisconsin International Trade Conference May 9 in Milwaukee. Read More
State, local government officials complete Certified Public Manager program
Sixteen managers from Wisconsin state and local government and one manager from Illinois local government became Wisconsin Certified Public Managers at a ceremony at the Wisconsin State Capitol on May 5. Read More
School of Veterinary Medicine honors faculty, staff
Faculty and staff at the School of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Wisconsin–Madison were honored for their teaching and research skills at an April 29 awards celebration. Read More
University, Madison police urge attention to safety
In the wake of several recent downtown robberies, the University of Wisconsin–Madison and Madison police departments are asking the campus community to pay extra attention to personal safety. Read More