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Weakened protections led to more disappearances of endangered Mexican wolves
“Top predators are very important to healthy ecosystems,” says researcher Adrian Treves. “They are imperiled globally by human activities.” Read More
Vacation carryover deadline extended to Oct. 9
The university wants to ensure that employees have sufficient time to use their vacation hours and will not end up losing this earned time. Read More
Employee update: Spring travel guidance, health and safety, vaccine update
Students and employees are strongly encouraged to avoid recreational travel this spring to prevent contracting and spreading COVID-19. Read More
UW atmospheric scientist bridges science, policy, public health to bring space-based data to the world
Growing up, Tracey Holloway never intended to study science. It wasn’t until her senior year of college that she started doing research following a NASA internship. Read More
IceCube detection of high-energy particle proves 60-year-old physics theory
The IceCube Neutrino Observatory detects nearly massless particles called neutrinos using thousands of sensors embedded in the Antarctic ice. Read More
Student to student: The COVID talk with your roommate
Sometimes the most difficult part is when roommates all do remote learning in one place. “We have to be considerate of each other in the event someone needs to take an exam or hold a meeting.” Read More
Despite pandemic, state and UW employees raise millions for charities
Partners in Giving announced 4,500 state, University and UW Health employees pledged over $2.1 million during the 2020 Stronger, Together campaign. A symbolic check for that amount was presented to 11 umbrella charities and the 520 member charities they represent. Read More
What’s changed on campus
While many of us have been away during the pandemic, campus continues to evolve as construction projects progress. If you haven’t been to Badgerland for… Read More
Search underway for new chief diversity officer
The deputy vice chancellor for diversity and inclusion, vice provost and chief diversity officer provides overall leadership for UW–Madison's efforts to create a diverse, inclusive and excellent learning and work environment. Read More
As supply allows, UHS offers COVID-19 vaccines to more eligible members of campus
University Health Services is offering vaccines as quickly as possible to eligible members of the campus community, but limited vaccine supply means there is not yet enough for everyone. Expect an email within the next several weeks, or check with your health care provider or community vaccinators. Read More
UW Health’s healthcare heroes have stepped up
Their roles range from administering tests to caring for patients to ramping up telehealth, and they've worked long hours to help all of us through this difficult time. Read More
Badger Talks: Disparities in COVID vaccination
“I think the disparities in vaccination are a reflection of the underlying disparities that drive Covid-related mobidity and mortality in the first place." Read More
CDC recommends fitters like Badger Seal, giving it boost
The team of UW–Madison engineers developed a simple and inexpensive do-it-yourself fitter that ensures a tighter mask seal around the wearer’s nose, mouth and face, as masks can leave gaps that could allow virus particles to escape. Read More
Nominations open for 2021 LaMarr Billups Community–University Engagement Award
The award recognizes and honors a member of the Greater Madison community who has made outstanding contributions to campus-community partnership initiatives. Read More
Employee update: Outdoor safety, events, vaccine and more
Effective March 8, campus events may be held for up to 50 people indoors and up to 150 people outdoors. Facial coverings and maintaining physical distancing are required. Read More
Inaugural Mental Health & Wellbeing Summit will focus on self-care for students
While the summit’s primary audience is students, other members of the campus community may find the information beneficial. Read More
Changes to campus events policy
Effective March 8, the new campus events policy will allow up to 50 people to gather indoors and up to 150 people outdoors. Read More
In virtual classrooms, UW–Madison instructors find meaningful ways to connect with students
Ever since the COVID-19 pandemic forced many courses online last year, UW–Madison instructors have been investing great thought and effort into making their virtual classrooms engaging and inclusive. Read More
UW-Madison extends campus banking relationship with UW Credit Union
UW Credit Union has served as UW–Madison’s preferred financial partner since 2009. Read More
Raimey-Noland Campaign to seek gifts supporting diversity, equity and inclusion
The campaign is named for the first known African American woman and man to graduate from UW–Madison, Mabel Watson Raimey and William Smith Noland. Read More