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Agricultural and Life Sciences college dean to retire
Elton D. Aberle, dean of the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences at the University of Wisconsin–Madison since 1998, announced Monday (Nov. 8) that he will retire on Sept. 1, 2005. Read More
Educator scholarships available for careers conference
A limited number of scholarships are available for educators who are interested in attending a February 2005 careers conference sponsored by the Center on Education and Work. Read More
Rao named to chair UW Veterinary School development council
He’s seen firsthand why the School of Veterinary Medicine needs to expand its facilities. Now Kailas J. Rao, a prominent Milwaukee businessman, has signed on to help. Read More
Countdown to commencement set for Nov. 11
December graduates can prepare for life in the “real world”by attending Countdown to Commencement. Read More
Renowned critic-of-criticism to host symposium
Some days, everyone’s a critic. Read More
Political scholar to lecture, receive Havens Center award
Frances Fox Piven, a driving force for electoral reform, will receive the Lifetime Contribution to Critical Scholarship Award from the A.E. Havens Center, and will deliver its 20th anniversary lecture on Thursday, Nov. 11. Read More
UW Board of Regents approves Healthstar research facility
Construction of a $133.9 million Interdisciplinary Research Complex, which will replace outdated research facilities and unify the University of Wisconsin–Madison Medical School on the west campus, won approval Friday (Nov. 5) from the UW System Board of Regents. Read More
Session to examine state environmental regulation
A roundtable discussion examining significant innovations taking place in Wisconsin environmental regulation will be held Wednesday, Nov. 10, at the University of Wisconsin Law School. Read More
World-famous violinist to visit classes, coach students
Violinist Midori, who performs with pianist Charles Abramovic on Nov. 12 at the Wisconsin Union Theater, will spend the week leading up to their recital in a unique residency based at the School of Music. Read More
Author, journalist Swerdlow Science Writer in Residence
Joel Swerdlow, an acclaimed author and journalist, will be the fall 2004 Science Writer in Residence the week of Nov. 8. Read More
Grant to improve access to national digital library
The Internet Scout Project, a 10-year-old UW research unit, has received a $2.6 million grant to improve access to the National Science Foundation’s National Science Digital Library (NSDL). Read More
Conference examines power of storytelling
From Thursday-Saturday, Nov. 11-13, scholars will explore the power of narrative in preserving the past, reflecting the present and anticipating the future. Read More
WAA plans tour packages for Badger fans
Though an official bowl invitation won’t be made until after regular season play is completed, the Wisconsin Alumni Association (WAA) is already planning the official UW athletic tour package that will be available as soon as a bowl bid is announced. Read More
Medical School announces findings in diabetes therapy
Forty-two years ago, Dan Quigley injected his first insulin shot to treat his Type 1 (juvenile) diabetes, a routine repeated three times a day, every day until recently. On Oct. 29, the 55-year-old Door County man stood with Medical School physicians Luis Fernandez and Jon Odorico to announce that he is finally insulin-free after receiving the first islet cell transplant performed in the state. Quigley had the transplant in 2002. Read More
Arlington Dairy Day to showcase new UW research
The eighth annual Arlington Dairy Day will be held at the Arlington Agricultural Research Station Dec. 8 to provide an opportunity for dairy farmers and others interested in dairy to learn how University of Wisconsin-Madiosn research can help them increase profitability and improve cow health. Read More
New web site helps graduates seeking work
UW graduates now have access to a new Web site to find jobs. A free service from the Wisconsin Alumni Association called Badger Access is available. Read More
International conference’s focus is violence against women
An international conference on women, violence and policy on Friday and Saturday, Nov. 5 and 6 will match policy-makers and research on the prevention of violence against women with their European counterparts in the hope of gaining insights on how to form and implement effective policy on these issues. Read More
Intramural sports welcomes Texas hold ‘em star
Nine students will square off against poker superstar Phil Hellmuth Jr. to crown the Intramural Sports Texas Hold ‘em “Champion of Champions.†Read More
Alumna returns to campus with dance company
Dance program alumna Nora Stephens returns to campus with her New York City dance company, noranewdanceco, in early November to present a free concert at 8 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 6, in the Margaret H'Doubler Performance Space in Lathrop Hall. Read More