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UW Center for Dairy Research wins federal innovation grant
The Wisconsin Center for Dairy Research (CDR) at the University of Wisconsin–Madison has been awarded one of seven $1 million i6 Challenge grants from the U.S. Department of Commerce to support an effort to commercialize research ideas that will positively impact economic development.
UW team to test mobile apps to prevent substance abuse relapses
Can giving smartphones to people with substance use disorders improve the quality of care at the same time as it reduces health care costs? A team of scholars centered at the University of Wisconsin–Madison and Dartmouth College thinks so, and has won a federal grant to create and test mobile apps to deliver tested treatment and relapse prevention tools through these devices.
Global House Party to celebrate Peace Corps experiences, seek new volunteers
The Returned Peace Corps Volunteers of Wisconsin–Madison and the Peace Corps Campus Recruiting Office at the University of Wisconsin–Madison are hosting a Global House Party to celebrate the anniversary of congressional action to create the Peace Corps, share experiences and encourage future generations to carry on the strong Peace Corps tradition at UW–Madison and across Wisconsin.
Climate expert: Record loss of arctic ice could impact Wisconsin
Ice covering the Arctic Ocean melted to the smallest areal extent ever recorded this year, falling to 1.3 million square miles at its lowest point on Sept. 16, according to the National Snow and Ice Data Center. That's less than half of the normal area covered by ice at summer's end.
Getting Real III explores hip-hop pedagogy, performance and culture
The University of Wisconsin–Madison Office of Multicultural Arts Initiatives (OMAI) has partnered with several New York-based educational institutions to offer a dual-location hip-hop education lecture series via videoconferencing through Dec. 10.
Second Higgs lecture scheduled to accommodate demand
Due to overwhelming interest, a second lecture on the discovery of a new physics particle has been added for tomorrow evening, Friday, Sept. 21, at 6 p.m.
Campus car fleet evolves with changing needs, technology
In an age of increasing awareness of sustainability and a “greening” campus, the university’s vehicle fleet has also been changing with the times.
New Center for Pre-Law Advising to host open house
The newly opened Center for Pre-Law Advising will host an open house to celebrate its debut and engage with students interested in studying law.
UW on new list of military-friendly colleges
The University of Wisconsin–Madison has been named to a nationwide list of military-friendly schools.
Edible crops sprout around campus
Although the beauty of the university’s campus grounds is apparent to everyone, there is more than meets the eye. Scattered throughout UW–Madison’s 932 acres are edible vegetables, herbs and flowers incorporated into various plant beds on campus.
Law Students Launch First Immigration Clinic in Wisconsin
After working as a bilingual case manager for Spanish-speaking immigrants at the Milwaukee County Courthouse, Kathryn Finley decided to study law so she could advocate on behalf of Wisconsin's immigrants.
UW team studies the mechanics of stronger bones
As human bones age, they undergo geometric changes and also lose minerals such as calcium that give them density and strength.
UW Law School celebrates alumnus William Shernoff
The University of Wisconsin Law School will recognize the achievements of William Shernoff this September as he's presented the Wisconsin Alumni Association's 2012 Distinguished Alumni Award.
Pacifiers may have emotional consequences for boys
Pacifiers may stunt the emotional development of baby boys by robbing them of the opportunity to try on facial expressions during infancy.
Surprising demographic shifts in endangered monkey population challenge conservation expectations
At first glance, the northern muriqui monkey is a prime conservation success story.
Greene named to UC San Diego diversity post
Linda S. Greene, Evjue Bascom Professor of Law at University of Wisconsin–Madison, will become the University of California at San Diego’s first vice chancellor for equity, diversity and inclusion (VC-EDI), a position created by the University of California Board of Regents and filled after a nationwide search.