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Five years later, stem cells still tantalize
The fifth anniversary of biologist James Thomson's report that stem cells could be isolated, cultured and grown in apparently limitless quantities was marked Oct. 27 with a news conference in Washington, D.C.
Discovery provides reminder of bacteriology prof
A small supply of oligomycin found in Fred Hall serves as a reminder of one of the Bacteriology Department's most esteemed scientists of the past, Elizabeth McCoy.
‘Webinar’ Session looks at campus plan
A national live Web seminar ÷ a webinar ÷ will feature UW–Madison's approach to campus planning on Wednesday, Nov. 19, 1:30-3:10 p.m.
Recent Sightings
Family practice Midwife Ann Rifenberg, service director of the UW Health midwifery program, second from left, helps Alena, 1, and…
Free Tay-Sachs screening offered
A free blood-test screening for Tay-Sachs disease, a fatal degenerative disorder, will be offered from Wednesday, Nov. 19, 11-5 and Thursday, Nov. 20, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. in UW–Madison's Memorial Union, 800 Langdon St.
Financial adviser Kilmark to speak at banquet
Financial adviser Constance Kilmark will provide the keynote address at a banquet sponsored by the UW–Madison School of Human Ecology and the Financial Occupations Club for Undergraduate Students on Sunday, Nov. 9, at the Concourse Hotel, 1 W. Dayton St.
Wiley issues statement on Halloween weekend disturbance
Chancellor John Wiley released a statement expressing his disappointment and frustration with the small minority of students — estimated at 500 or so — who ruined the Halloween celebration "for this year, and very likely, for many years to come."
Eleven faculty named AAAS fellows
Eleven members of the UW–Madison faculty have been named fellows of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS).
History, comparative literature expert to give Hilldale Lecture
Distinguished historian and comparative literature medievalist Brian Stock of the University of Toronto will present UW–Madison's fall 2003 Hilldale Lecture on Wednesday, Nov. 5, at 7 p.m. in the auditorium of the Wisconsin Historical Society, 816 State St.
Priority for Halloween: Enjoy the festivities safely
The City of Madison is preparing for a safe and enjoyable Halloween celebration this weekend. But the combination of large crowds, fall weather and alcohol make it important for students to be aware of their own safety and the safety of others.
Study to assess nations’ response to enviromental concerns
A $400,000 National Science Foundation grant to study the globalization of environmental policy has been awarded to Clark Miller, an assistant professor at the La Follette School of Public Affairs at UW–Madison, and his colleagues at Harvard University.
Campus Halloween events, activities
Here is a summary of some of the events and activities that are taking place on campus in celebration of Halloween. All events are free unless otherwise noted.
Spina bifida program scheduled
To give people a better understanding of this disabling condition, and the resources available and research under way to manage it, the Waisman Center at UW–Madison offers a special program on Thursday, Nov. 6, from 4-5:30 p.m.
History, comparative literature expert to give Hilldale Lecture
Distinguished historian and comparative literature medievalist Brian Stock of the University of Toronto will present the fall 2003 Hilldale Lecture on Wednesday, Nov. 5, at 7 p.m. in the auditorium of the Wisconsin Historical Society, 816 State St.
Utility work to close section of Babcock Drive
Work to prepare the university's utility infrastructure for the West Campus Cogeneration Facility will close a small section of Babcock Drive near its intersection with University Avenue for 2-3 weeks beginning Wednesday (Oct. 29).
CIRTL forum to feature lecture by Nobelist Wieman
Nobelist Carl E. Wieman, a University of Colorado physicist, will be the distinguished lecturer for the annual forum of the Center for the Integration of Research, Teaching and Learning (CIRTL) at UW–Madison.
New national trauma center to study adolescents
UW-Madison will partner with the Mental Health Center of Dane County, Inc., to evaluate the effectiveness of treatment services provided to adolescents who have experienced trauma.
Union Theater presents Varttina and Reptile Palace Orchestra
Voted by the Utne Reader one of the 'Most Exciting, Soulful Artists of 2003,' the Finnish group Varttina performs in the Wisconsin Union Theater on Saturday, Nov. 15, at 8 p.m.