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Professor weaves Wisconsin Idea into chemistry
Majid Sarmadi has uncovered new technologies to make cloth less static, more absorbent, more repellent, better able to take prints and dyes, deflect or absorb light, shield electromagnetic radiation and more. He also has found methods of reducing waste and environmental pollution relating to textile manufacturing. Read More
Report: State tobacco ‘quit line’ saves millions in health care costs
The Wisconsin Tobacco Quit Line has saved Wisconsin citizens $26 million in health care costs since its inception in May of 2001. Read More
The Inverse Doppler effect: ECE researchers add to the bylaws of physics
What if the speed of light is a constant only most of the time? What if gravity sometimes pushed instead of pulled? Scientists are increasingly asking what would seem like far-out questions regarding the laws and rules of physics after discovering conditions and materials where the rules don't quite apply. Read More
Competition unleashes student creativity on silk tie designs
Silk ties, especially upscale ones that cost up to $120, are unlikely to make their way into many undergraduate student fashion statements. But as far as classroom projects go, ties proved to be a perfect fit. A Department of Environment, Textiles and Design course at UW–Madison, led by professor Jennifer Angus, spent the spring 2005 semester designing a new line of retro-conversational ties for the Chippewa Falls fashion company XMI. Read More
Chancellor’s statement on campus ROTC programs
Given Representative Nass’ recent comments regarding ROTC programs on UW campuses, I thought it would be important to remind you of my unwavering support… Read More
Construction set for summer on Grainger Hall addition
This summer's demolition of a former bank building will clear the way for construction of a five-story addition to Grainger Hall that will be home to graduate programs in the School of Business. Read More
Study depicts peril, hope for children of jailed mothers
For a young child whose mother is imprisoned, life's prospects are predictably grim. But a new study, the first empirical examination of the attachment relationships of young children whose mothers are in prison, suggests that simple interventions may prevent a downward social spiral for a rapidly growing and vulnerable population. Read More
Project helps student housing at a tribal college grow
Plenty of University of Wisconsin–Madison seniors sequester themselves in libraries and labs preparing final projects for upper-level classes, but landscape architecture major Katie Selin recently found herself mapping land, reviewing aerial photographs, conducting workshops and meeting with tribal elders in northern Wisconsin. Read More
UW-Madison child care centers to benefit from a night of jazz
The Jan Wheaton Quintet takes the stage in an early June 16 concert for the Eighth Annual "Jazzin' at Luther's" to benefit the UW–Madison Campus Child Care Centers. Read More
Unique class to chart quest through the multiracial American West
An unusual "traveling classroom" hitting the road this summer will have 36 University of Wisconsin–Madison students logging nearly 3,000 miles by bus, piecing together a cultural history tour of the sprawling American West. Read More
American Indian housing project will link tribal, academic communities
Over three weeks this summer, a building made of straw bales and stucco will rise from the wind-swept Montana plains-an undertaking that is equally an exercise in green construction, an opportunity to assist with a much-needed early childhood learning center on the Northern Cheyenne Reservation, and cultural partnership and immersion experience for undergraduate students. Read More
Entrepreneurship center honors professor and benefactor
Jim Weinert, a prominent entrepreneur and philanthropist, and Bob Pricer, a longtime teacher of entrepreneurship, were honored at the eighth annual celebration of the Weinert Center for Entrepreneurship at the UW–Madison School of Business. Read More
Statement by Chancellor Wiley on proposed state budget
As the State Legislature's Joint Finance Committee considers the UW System budget tomorrow [Thursday, May 19], we are hopeful the Legislature will once again understand the critical role of higher education in the state's economy and the future of its citizens. Read More
Morgridge Center’s Rouse reflects on service
After 38 years of distinguished service to UW–Madison, Mary Rouse will retire at the end of June. Read More
UW’s executive education programs ranked among world’s best
The School of Business has made the Financial Times' annual list of the world's top executive education providers for the fourth consecutive year. In its May 16 business education section, the London-based Times ranked executive education programs throughout the world. UW–Madison was ranked 15th in the U.S. (26th in the world) in the publication's overall ranking. Read More
Engineer tapped for national mentoring award
UW-Madison Professor Jeffrey S. Russell received a Presidential Award for Excellence in Science, Mathematics and Engineering Mentoring (PAESMEM) at a ceremony today (May 16) in Washington, D.C. Read More
Four faculty members appointed to named professorships
Four faculty members at the University of Wisconsin–Madison have been appointed to prestigious named professorships designed to support continued research and scholarly activity. Read More
Spring commencement: Transcript of remarks by Chancellor John Wiley
Commencement Remarks Delivered by Chancellor John Wiley May 13-15, 2005 Kohl Center Welcome to the 152nd commencement of… Read More
Thai Educators to visit campus for science-education ideas
A delegation of ten educators from Thailand will visit Wisconsin from May 23 to June 3 to lay the groundwork for a long-term partnership with UW–Madison to improve Thai science education. Read More
Biological systems engineer to study erosion and runoff
Spring rains may make flowers and crops grow, but it also carries topsoil, chemicals and nutrients such as phosphorus into rivers and streams when storm-water overflows from fields. This spring, a UW–Madison scientist and his team will begin tests to understand the mechanisms of erosion by tracking sediment movement as well as the flow of water over fields. Read More