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Hewson balances job, aerial dance
Kate Hewson, an aerial dancer, has just been hired as the interdisciplinary artist-in-residence coordinator for the Arts Institute, and this semester is shepherding art critic/curator Michael Brenson through the logistical rigors of his residency here this fall.
Master woodcut artist honored at Elvehjem
An elective course in drawing turned the tide for then-UW pharmacy major Ray Gloeckler in 1946. Within a year he had changed his major to art education. More than 200 prints later, Gloeckler has become one of the world's seminal figures in woodcut engraving.
Bones may reveal new eating behavior for T. rex
Dusting off scraps of hadrosaur bones from a museum collection, a UW undergraduate has found evidence for a previously unrecognized feeding behavior for Tyrannosaurus rex.
Presentation to raise awareness of eating disorders
The parents of a California college student who unsuccessfully battled bulimia will visit campus to share their inside perspective on the disease. Tom and Doris Smeltzer will present "Andrea's Voice: Eating Disorders From a Daughter's Insights and a Parent's Perspective" at 7 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 15, in Room 1306 of the Health Sciences Learning Center, 750 Highland Ave.
WAA honors Molly Carnes with Cabinet 99 recognition award
The Wisconsin Alumni Association (WAA) has honored Molly Carnes, professor of women's health research and medicine at the UW–Madison, with its biennial $10,000 Cabinet 99 Recognition Award. The award was given to Carnes during the association's Cabinet 99 Symposium held Nov. 5.
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.
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.
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.
Countdown to commencement set for Nov. 11
December graduates can prepare for life in the “real world”by attending Countdown to Commencement.
Renowned critic-of-criticism to host symposium
Some days, everyone’s a critic.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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).
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.
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.
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.