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Metal-embedding method helps tiny sensors function in extreme environments

May 4, 2006

University of Wisconsin–Madison mechanical engineers have developed a method for fabricating "packages" of tiny sensors that measure temperature more accurately than bulk thermocouples. Read More

Five honored with classified staff awards

May 4, 2006

The University of Wisconsin–Madison recently honored five staff members with Classified Employee Recognition Awards. Read More

Entering freshmen can now register for summer orientation online

May 4, 2006

Admitted freshmen who have paid the $100 enrollment deposit can now register for Student Orientation, Advising, and Registration using the online reservation system. Read More

Enrollment deposit status check available online

May 4, 2006

Admitted freshmen who have returned their Enrollment Confirmation Form and the $100 enrollment deposit can check to see if we’ve received the deposit on our application status check Web site. Read More

La Follette School environmental project among top 18 in nation

May 4, 2006

The University of Wisconsin–Madison La Follette School of Public Affairs' 10-year investigation of innovative environmental regulation codified in Wisconsin law two years ago is being recognized by Harvard University and the Council for Excellence in Government. Read More

Scientists share common interests at human biology symposium

May 4, 2006

More than 600 registrants are expected to attend the fourth Wisconsin Symposium on Human Biology Monday-Thursday, May 22-25, at UW–Madison. Read More

New program opens pipeline to minority undergraduates interested in law school

May 3, 2006

Students for Equal Access to Law Schools (SEALS), a student organization at UW–Madison founded in 2003 by a group of prelaw students, and Consuelo Lopez- Springfield, a College of Letters and Science prelaw adviser, have been working to improve diversity in the legal profession. Read More

Upcoming teaching symposium to focus on diverse learning styles

May 3, 2006

The annual Teaching and Learning Symposium, scheduled for Wednesday–Friday, May 17–19, will explore the growing body of research on how diverse individual learning styles often determine academic success. Read More

Ties to New Orleans help professor chart new UW course

May 3, 2006

David Hart spent the spring semester feeding history, geography and jambalaya to students in the Department of Urban and Regional Planning. Read More

Wisconsin Union Theater announces 2006–07 season

May 3, 2006

The Wisconsin Union Theater has announced its upcoming 2006-07 season offerings. Read More

Communication study: Actions used with words speak even louder

May 3, 2006

Here’s your assignment: Explain how to wrap a package. Read More

New administration building to open this summer

May 3, 2006

Several units will be moving to a new administration building, located at 21 N. Park St., in July and August. Read More

Airport Art Court gives travelers a taste of artistic, cultural resources

May 3, 2006

Summer travelers making their way through the Dane County Regional Airport will meet up with a series of gallery exhibitions, including four from UW–Madison, intended to illustrate the connection between flight and art. Read More

Author to discuss his plan to end the welfare state

May 3, 2006

Charles Murray, author of “In Our Hands: A Plan to Replace the Welfare State,” will visit UW–Madison on Friday, May 5, to discuss his idea to end all government welfare programs and instead provide an annual cash grant of $10,000 to everyone age 21 or older. Read More

Feldt retirement party set for June 22

May 3, 2006

An all-campus farewell gathering for John Feldt, senior vice president for finance and administration at the UW Foundation, is planned for 3–6 p.m. on Thursday, June 22, outdoors at the foundation, 1848 University Ave. Read More

Faculty-staff campaign thank you event June 29

May 3, 2006

The UW Foundation and its on-campus partners in the Create the Future — From Within campaign invite staff and faculty for a “Blue Ribbon” celebration, where fair food will be served from 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. on Thursday, June 29, on Library Mall. Read More

Kinesiology sponsoring fall adapted fitness program

May 3, 2006

This fall the Department of Kinesiology will launch a new adapted fitness and personal training program and open gym at the Natatorium for all students, faculty and staff with disabilities. Read More

Almanac

May 3, 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

May 3, 2006

This is the last of four articles on disability benefits. This article focuses on how disability impacts health and life insurance. Read More