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Weather put a damper on Wisconsin bug infestations in 2004
Common wisdom might hold that a wet summer might make for a bumper crop of insect pests, but Wisconsin's damp summer actually suppressed some of the bugs that bug us the most, according to a University of Wisconsin–Madison bug specialist.
Native American veteran documentary receives support
A PBS documentary about Native American veterans is one step closer to your television screen, thanks to a $75,000 production grant to a UW–Madison communications professor and filmmaker from Native American Public Telecommunications.
Gala unveils nanotechnology exhibit
UW-Madison and Milwaukee's Discovery World Museum of Science, Economics and Technology will unveil an exhibit about the cutting-edge field of nanotechnology during an open house on the UW–Madison campus.
University Square project wins Regent approval
Redevelopment of the eastern gateway to the University of Wisconsin–Madison campus, one that will bring student services and activities under one roof as part of a private-public partnership, was given the go-ahead today (Dec. 10) by the Board of Regents.
Peace Corps director to speak at commencement
The national director of the United States Peace Corps will address mid-year graduates at UW–Madison's winter commencement, Sunday, Dec. 19.
Freshman design course gives students a glimpse of their futures
It's possible to put together a jigsaw puzzle without knowing what it will look like, but it's easier if you can see the whole picture first. That's sort of the idea behind the College of Engineering's freshman design course, Introduction to Engineering.
College, Memorial libraries open 24/7 until end of semester
College Library will be open 24 hours a day, seven days a week for the rest of the semester while students prepare for the end of classes and for exams. The library will remain open continuously until 4:45 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 23.
University, Madison police urge attention to safety
In the wake of several recent sexual assaults in areas around West Washington Avenue and Park and Regent streets, the University of Wisconsin and Madison police departments are asking the campus community to pay extra attention to personal safety.
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Milestones
Honored Peggy Hintzman, associate director of the Wisconsin State Laboratory of Hygiene, last month completed the requirements of the National Public Health Leadership Institute.
Postal kiosks include UW accessiblity features
Postal patrons tired of standing in long lines to mail their holiday packages now can save time when they use one of the U.S. Postal Service's new automated postal centers to conduct transactions themselves. The kiosks incorporate the Trace Research and Development Center's EZ Access features.
UW police officers raise money for Special Olympics
At 5 p.m. Friday, Dec. 10, a ladder truck from the Madison Fire Department will lift Detective Carol Ann Glassmaker and Sgt. Kari Sasso, both of the UW Police Department, along with two city firefighters, up to the roof of the ShopKo store at 7401 Mineral Point Road.
Study: Sleep duration affects appetite, body size
Lacking sleep and feeling hungry? Medical School researchers and their colleagues have found a very plausible explanation.
Wisconsin smokers try to quit the hard way
A new report on "How Wisconsin Smokers Quit" shows that nearly one-half of Wisconsin smokers tried to quit smoking last year. Close to eight out of 10 tried to quit "cold turkey" (without medication or counseling), and 90 percent relapsed within three months. Although new methods for quitting double or triple their chances for success, most Wisconsin smokers still are trying to quit the hard way.
Center will contribute to entrepreneurs’ network
The Small Business Development Center at the School of Business will play a key role in the new Wisconsin Entrepreneurs' Network announced by Gov. Jim Doyle.
UW-Madison gift sales benefit programs
Simplify your holiday shopping this year by selecting gifts from UW–Madison. From music and books to Badger attire and memberships, you'll find something for everyone on your list. Proceeds from sales of the gift ideas listed here benefit university academic, social and outreach programs.
Libraries take story hour to Allied Drive
Munching on cut-out cookies in shapes of fish, cracking open a frog piñata and letting a live parrot rest on their arms are just a few things children of the Allied Drive neighborhood have had the chance to do in the past few months, thanks to UW–Madison Library staff.
Pediatric nurse is a friend to wee ones
Patricia "Pat" Lasky spent 35 years on the UW campus. She studied, taught and nurtured in her roles as student, clinical nursing instructor, assistant professor, researcher, director of the pediatric nurse practitioner program and associate dean for the undergraduate program and outreach of the School of Nursing.
Visiting virtuoso to perform with UW Jazz Big Band
Trumpet virtuoso Allen Vizzutti will be the featured soloist in a free public concert with the UW Jazz Big Band on Thursday, Dec. 9.