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Biotechnology training grant is renewed
A National Institutes of Health grant that promotes graduate training in biotechnology has been renewed for an additional five years, according to bacteriologist Timothy Donohue, who directs the program.
Engineering online program honored
An association of more than 900 institutions and organizations of higher education that offer online learning, The Sloan Consortium (Sloan-C), has named the Master of Engineering in Professional Practice (MEPP) program at the University of Wisconsin–Madison's College of Engineering as the 2004 Most Outstanding Online Teaching and Learning Program.
Two Law School faculty members win teaching awards
Professor David Schwartz and Madison lawyer Stephen P. Hurley, an adjunct professor, have won awards for excellence in teaching at the UW Law School.
‘Once Upon a Christmas Cheery’ program hits 35-year mark
Chemistry professor Bassam Shakhashiri is marking 35 years of making science fun for the community with his annual Christmas program.
Lands’ End funds scholars award
Lands' End is the first corporate sponsor of the UW E-Business Institute Scholars Program. This new program will provide financial support for students to research strategic e-business challenges and questions that are important to corporate sponsors and the Institute.
Bird species see themselves in a different light
Two related South American species of birds, difficult to distinguish with the human eye, use ultraviolet light to differentiate between themselves, according to a zoologistat the UW.
Committee presents Social Justice Awareness Week
The Diversity Committee of the Associated Students of Madison, in cooperation with the Offices of the Dean of Students, will present Social Justice Awareness Week Monday, Nov. 29, to Friday, Dec. 3.
Student organization leaders urged to visit Web site
Leaders of Registered Student Organizations are encouraged to visit the Web site of the Student Organization Office to learn about recent changes to policies governing the conduct of RSOs on campus.
WAA hosts celebration for UW–Madison’s international graduates
The Wisconsin Alumni Association (WAA) will celebrate the achievements of the UW's graduating international students on Dec. 8 during a free reception at the Pyle Center, 702 Langdon St.
Conference focuses on democracy education
Although the 2004 election did not end up in the Supreme Court, it was notable for a number of other reasons, including the fact that only 17 percent of eligible voters aged 18-29 turned out to vote.
UHS encourages high-risk groups to get flu shots
This year's flu vaccine shortage has been well-publicized - but some students may be getting the wrong message. Many students in high-risk groups have not yet received a free flu shot through University Health Services.
Wisconsin poised to invest $750 million in biomedical research
Wisconsin Gov. Jim Doyle, taking a swing at keeping Wisconsin competitive in the superheated world of biomedical research, announced today (Nov. 17) that over the next several years Wisconsin would invest up to $750 million, including more than $500 million in new facilities and direct research support for scientists at UW–Madison.
UW-Madison veterinary professor raced for cancer cure
In bicycling, the yellow jersey is the sign of a winner, someone who has taken the lead and is at the front of the pack. Sheila McGuirk wears that jersey.
Gardener, UW alumna exhibits at Knapp House
"Uncultivated," a new exhibition at the Knapp House, uses organic patterns of leaves, vines and flowers to render abstracts, landscapes and meditative subjects.
Gamoran chosen to lead UW’s education research center
Adam Gamoran, professor of sociology and educational policy studies at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, has been selected as director of the Wisconsin Center for Education Research (WCER) in the university's School of Education.
UW hospital, SEIU approve contract
University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics and the membership of SEIU District 1199 Wisconsin, which represents approximately 1,400 health care professionals, including registered…
New technology predicts energy use, performance
Professional athletes, including cyclists and distance runners, will soon have a powerful new tool to predict energy expenditure and performance over a race, thanks to a unique collaboration between the University of Wisconsin–Madison and Saris Cycling Group of Madison.
Letters and Science names interim associate dean
Dean Gary Sandefur has announced that Jon Miller, professor of communicative disorders and director of the Waisman Center's Language Analysis Laboratory, has been named interim associate dean for research policy and outreach in the College of Letters and Science.
Dane County businesses expect a bright future in 2005
Results of the just-released Dane County Economic Survey forecast a strong economic outlook for 2005.
UW Director of Research Administration receives award
A senior University of Wisconsin–Madison research administrator has been recognized with a national award for her contributions to the profession of research administration.