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Conference to address status of less commonly taught languages in U.S.
The ninth annual meeting of the National Council of Less Commonly Taught Languages will explore issues surrounding heritage language learning, bilingual education, distance learning, outreach and advocacy initiatives, as well as the use of technology in teaching less commonly taught languages, including controversies and pedagogical implications in the teaching of Arabic. Read More
Fraternity chef featured on Martha Stewart show
University of Wisconsin–Madison social fraternity Delta Tau Delta Fraternity will be featured on the Thursday, April 20, edition of "Martha," Martha Stewart's new lifestyle and cooking show. Read More
On a fly’s wing, scientists tally evolution’s winners and losses
A team of scientists from the Howard Hughes Medical Institute at the University of Wisconsin–Madison have revealed the discovery of the molecular mechanisms that allow animals to switch genes on or off to gain or lose anatomical characteristics. Read More
Statement from Chancellor John D. Wiley on the Wisconsin Institutes for Discovery
University of Wisconsin–Madison Chancellor John D. Wiley issued a statement following the State Building Commission's approval of the Wisconsin Institutes for Discovery project. Read More
EPA recognizes UW–Madison as a top workplace for commuters
The broad range of transportation options available to commuters at the University of Wisconsin–Madison has landed the campus one of 12 national awards given this year for its commuter friendliness. Read More
International outreach conference to examine best practices
Wisconsin’s State Superintendent of Public Instruction, Elizabeth Burmaster, will be the keynote speaker at the upcoming Title VI and Fulbright-Hays National Outreach Conference, as world studies outreach specialists from across the nation come together April 27-29 in Madison. Read More
Burrill competition to focus on security, sustainable energy issues
From sustainable energy sources for developing countries to affordable unmanned aerial security vehicles, student entrepreneurs at the University of Wisconsin–Madison are creating solutions for today's most challenging problems. Read More
University Theatre plumbs artistic price of success in season finale
Donald Margulies’ Obie Award-winner “Sight Unseen”will wrap the University Theatre season, with performances Thursday-Saturday, April 20-22 and 27-29. Read More
Pro Arte Quartet promises ‘unruly’ concert fare
A premiere of Tamar Diesendruck’s third string quartet promises quite a wild evening for fans of UW–Madison’s Pro Arte String Quartet. Read More
‘Official Muslim Comedy Tour’ seeks to educate, entertain
Following the principle that entertainment is one of the most effective educational tools, “Allah Made Me Funny: The Official Muslim Comedy Tour” will butt heads (figuratively speaking, of course) with bias, intolerance and other social ills in a performance at UW–Madison on Friday, April 21. Read More
Kat Trio to perform at Waisman Center benefit
The Kat Trio will present classical and American standards in a benefit concert for the Waisman Center at 7 p.m. on Friday, April 21, in the center’s auditorium. Read More
Milestones
Honored College Library Director Carrie Kruse has won a 2006 Association of College and Research Libraries Women’s Studies Section Award for Significant Achievement… Read More
UW-Madison honors Academic Staff Award winners
In recognition of outstanding leadership, public service, research, teaching and overall excellence, eight UW–Madison professionals have been honored with the 2006 Academic Staff Excellence Awards. Read More
WAA honors 2006 Distinguished Alumni Award recipients
Two milestones will be set at this year’s Wisconsin Alumni Association’s Distinguished Alumni Award program. Read More
Writer’s Choice
Arts faculty, staff to headline in spring dance, opera performances Read More
Recent sightings
Glimpsing the Galapagos Jars of infant giant tortoises are stored in a cabinet at the UW Zoological Museum. The specimens… Read More
Transportation changes ahead for 2006-07
On-campus parking rates will rise slightly, a free new campus bus route will be added, and moped drivers for the first time will be required to display a $55 annual parking permit, officials said in rolling out transportation changes for 2006-07. Read More
All the world’s a stage for Jonathan Zarov
Between acts and activism, Jonathan Zarov somehow manages to work full time as student services coordinator for University Health Services. Read More
Five Questions With…
Brett Nemke is a senior research specialist in the Comparative Orthopedic Research Laboratory of Veterinary Medicine. The lab works with bone remodeling and joint… Read More