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Freshmen use visual art to encourage diversity
It may be the first time in the history of the world that an administrative report inspired an art exhibition. Produced by First-Year Interest Group (FIG) students at UW–Madison, the show uses the university's Plan 2008 as its foundation.
January: Reluctant businessman helps lead first Wisconsin stem cell business
Craig January, who comfortably wears the hats of both scientist and heart doctor at UW–Madison, has had numerous chances to go into business. But January, who developed a novel method to test drugs for heart toxicity in the late 1990s, resisted them - until recently.
INSITE receives grant for research into entrepreneurship
The Center for World Affairs and the Global Economy at the University of Wisconsin–Madison has awarded a three-year, $125,000 collaborative research grant to the Initiative for Studies in Technology Entrepreneurship (INSITE).
Advances may improve prostate cancer treatment
A trio of innovations may enable physicians to plan prostate cancer patients' treatment in real time and to implant cancer-killing radiation "seeds" more accurately and efficiently.
Joe McCarthy and the Press
While a Hollywood film revisits the 1950s anti-communist furor spawned by the late Wisconsin Sen. Joseph McCarthy, a Wisconsin journalist's book studying the politician's relationship with the media of his day has also been reintroduced to bookshelves.
Gift to establish project on Judaism and the arts
The Mosse-Weinstein Center for Jewish Studies at UW–Madison will be expanding its mandate under a major grant from Marvin and Mildred Conney.
Youth log online for civic engagement
Use of the Internet as a resource and a forum strongly influences participation in civic affairs, often more than traditional media and even face-to-face communication, according to a study by a UW–Madison journalism professor.
Holiday lectures highlight evolution
Noted UW–Madison molecular biologist Sean B. Carroll will deliver two popular lectures on evolution as part of the Howard Hughes Medical Institute's (HHMI) annual Holiday Lectures on Science.
‘Wednesday Night at the Lab’ offers hands-on learning
The UW–Madison Osher Lifelong Learning Institute and the UW–Madison Science Alliance have teamed up to bring the university science experience to Madison-area residents called "Wednesday Nite @ The Lab."
Forum on eminent domain set
On Tuesday, Dec. 6, two experts will discuss the recent, controversial U.S. Supreme Court ruling that allows governments to condemn private property to make way for commercial redevelopment projects.
Research initiative enhances Minnesota-Wisconsin partnerships
Some of the plays in the stands at Lambeau Field were just as thrilling as those on the turf when Minnesota Vikings ownership partner and New Jersey attorney and businessman David Mandelbaum revealed a plan for a $2.5 million gift to the UW–Madison Eye Research Institute to support a joint research initiative with scientists at the University of Minnesota.
Psychologists glimpse biological imprint of childhood neglect
The absence of a loving caregiver in the earliest years of life could sway the normal activity of two hormones - vasopressin and oxytocin - that play an essential role in the ability to form healthy social bonds and emotional intimacy.
Two receive Women’s Philanthropy Council ‘Champion’ awards
An assistant dean in the School of Education and the coordinator of new faculty services in the office of the Secretary of the Faculty are the recipients of the inaugural Women's Philanthropy Council (WPC) Champion Awards at UW–Madison.
Cross country team wins national championship
The top-ranked Wisconsin men's cross-country team clinched its first NCAA team title since 1988.
UW sailor to compete in Hawaii
Matt Schmidt, a member of the UW–Madison Hoofer Sailing Team, has qualified to compete in the 2005-06 ICSA/Vanguard Singlehanded North American Championships, Friday-Sunday, Nov. 18-20, at the University of Hawaii.
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Student art sale under way
The Fall Student Art Sale begins today (Nov. 16) in the Porter Butts Gallery on the second floor of the Memorial Union. Student artists sell work in any medium for community purchase.
Singapore Film Festival showcases culture through cinema
The work of up-and-coming filmmakers from Singapore will be featured at the 2005 Singapore Film Festival.