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Professor introduces Madison to Cajun music
Five years ago, Cajun culture - "Cajun" is a corruption of "Acadian" - grabbed hold of Karen Holden. A professor of consumer science and public affairs at UW–Madison and associate director of its La Follette School of Public Affairs, she is a nationally known expert on Social Security, pensions and their relationship to the timing of retirement. Somehow she also manages to find time to rehearse and perform with the Madison band Cajun Strangers. Read More
Community events to focus on Vietnam War
The Wisconsin Historical Society, Wisconsin Public Television and the Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs are joining to present a series of community events next week centering around a new PBS American Experience documentary film, Two Days in October. Read More
Statement from Chancellor John Wiley on Assembly Bill 499
The failure of the Wisconsin State Senate to amend Assembly Bill 499, which effectively criminalizes a promising area of biomedical research, sends a frightening message to Wisconsin's research community. Scientists in many fields view this with alarm. Read More
State of the University Address to the Faculty Senate
By Chancellor John D. Wiley Sept. 26, 2005 I think it would be impossible right now… Read More
Former NSF director to speak
Rita Colwell, former director of the National Science Foundation (NSF), will speak on "Water Pollution and Human Health" at 5:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 3, in a free public lecture at UW–Madison's Memorial Union. Read More
Princeton ecologist to give keynote address symposium
A prominent advocate for the protection of endangered species will be the keynote speaker Sept. 29 and 30 at UW–Madison's annual fall ecology research symposium. Read More
Homecoming Committee to host community charity events
"W Marks the Spot" for pirate-style fun during Homecoming 2005 at UW–Madison. The Wisconsin Alumni Association (WAA) and the UW Homecoming Committee invite the Madison community to enjoy a series of spirited events on campus in October. Read More
Researchers studying ramifications of equine influenza in dogs
A paper published in Science today (Sept. 26) describes the recent emergence of equine influenza virus, first recognized in racing greyhounds in January 2004, as a pathogen in dogs. During the past year, cases of the virus have been reported in pet dogs in Florida and New York, which raises concern that the virus is spreading. Read More
Riseling elected vice president of association of police chiefs
Susan Riseling, the University of Wisconsin–Madison's police chief and associate vice chancellor for protective services, has been elected vice president at-large of the International Association of Chiefs of Police. Read More
Marine toxins show promise as cancer drugs
Vibrantly colored creatures from the depths of the South Pacific Ocean harbor toxins that potentially can act as powerful anti-cancer drugs, according to research findings from University of Wisconsin–Madison biochemists and their Italian colleagues. Read More
Can pomegranates prevent prostate cancer?
The juice of the pomegranate, say researchers at University of Wisconsin Medical School, shows major promise to combat prostate cancer - the most common invasive cancer and the second-leading cause of cancer death in American men. Read More
Steingass Report review and actions taken by UW System, UW–Madison
Since November 2004, UW–Madison has been involved in a protracted and painful personnel matter that has been difficult on the individuals, the university and UW System. UW System President Kevin Reilly and UW–Madison Provost Peter Spear have reviewed the independent report by Susan Steingass, accepted the conclusions as presented, and have based our decisions upon those conclusions. Read More
Chancellor John Wiley’s public response to the Steingass report
Open letter from Chancellor John Wiley: 'Paul Barrows was a longtime colleague and friend. He had a long record of achievement. I had no interest in ruining his career, and encouraged him to find a job elsewhere. As he searched, I continued to approve use of sick leave. While I requested medical verification in January, I was not diligent in following up to obtain documentation until June. That was a mistake, and I needed to be more attentive. I certainly will be in the future.' Read More
Wisconsin Film Festival director to depart for private sector
The director of the Wisconsin Film Festival will be leaving her post on Friday, Oct. 7 for opportunities in the private sector in Madison. Read More
School of Business, ASM forum to explore ‘creating inclusive communities’
The UW–Madison School of Business, in conjunction with Associated Students of Madison (ASM), will host an interactive forum on Sept. 30 for the university community called 'Creating Inclusive Communities in the Classroom, Boardroom, and Beyond.' Read More
Analysis: Differences between the sexes largely exaggerated
Aiming to dispel misplaced - and widely prevalent - stereotypes about the differences between men and women, a scientist has finally confirmed what many have intuitively known for years: psychologically, at least, the two sexes are basically the same. Read More
Wiley announces formal parental involvement policy
UW-Madison will involve parents and guardians if their underage students are involved in extreme alcohol or drug incidents, Chancellor John D. Wiley announced today. Read More
Wisconsin to participate in NACAC national college fairs
Representatives from Wisconsin's Office of Admissions will be attending many of the National Association for College Admission Counseling College Fairs this fall. Read More
Position to help sound alarm on campus IT security
A new position at UW–Madison will focus on raising campus awareness about the rising tide of hacking, phishing, viruses and other cyber-threats to personal privacy and financial security. Read More