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UW pursues improvements for Bangladeshi workers
Ahead of the April 24 one-year anniversary of the Rana Plaza factory collapse in Bangladesh, the University of Wisconsin–Madison is offering support to an international effort at improving working conditions in the country.
Mangelsdorf named UW–Madison provost
Sarah Mangelsdorf, dean of Northwestern University’s Weinberg College of Arts and Sciences, has been named UW–Madison’s provost and vice chancellor for academic affairs, Chancellor Rebecca Blank announced today.
Blank honored by Belgian university for poverty research
University of Wisconsin–Madison Chancellor Rebecca Blank has received an honorary doctorate from the University of Antwerp in ceremonies held in Belgium, today, Wednesday, April 2.
UW-Madison initiates new effort on Bangladesh worker safety
The University of Wisconsin–Madison will require all of its licensees that source, produce or purchase goods in Bangladesh to sign and comply with the Accord on Fire and Building Safety in Bangladesh for the production of UW goods.
Public presentations scheduled for UW–Madison provost finalists
Four finalists for provost of the University of Wisconsin–Madison will give public presentations starting March 24.
Committee forwards draft report on proposed research reorganization
The ad hoc working group exploring the feasibility of reorganizing the University of Wisconsin–Madison’s research and graduate education structure has completed its draft report and found that a proposed dual leadership structure is viable and will provide the university with its best opportunities to attract both new revenue streams and effective leadership.
Committee calls for new campus budget model
UW-Madison should develop a budget model that aligns resources with the university’s core missions, rewards innovation and provides flexibility necessary to accommodate change and growth, a campus committee is recommending.
Greetings from UW System President Ray Cross
Today is my first day on the job as president of the University of Wisconsin System. As I told the Regents earlier this month at their February board meeting, I am overwhelmed by everyone’s kind reception. I am truly pleased and humbled to have been selected for this position, and I do not take the responsibility or trust placed in me lightly (although I hope you find that I do take myself lightly).
Three finalists named for D2P director
Capping a three-month search, three finalists have been named in the University of Wisconsin–Madison's effort to identify a leader for D2P (Discovery to Product), the new partnership between the Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation (WARF) and the university to boost campus entrepreneurism.
UW-Madison regains top ranking in recruiting Peace Corps volunteers
The University of Wisconsin–Madison has regained the distinction as the nation's top producer of current Peace Corps volunteers, with 90 alumni serving overseas.
Chancellor Blank, other leaders showcase campus for regents
UW-Madison Chancellor Rebecca Blank presented the full Board with an overview of the state of the university in the first meeting hosted by the campus since she took over leadership in July.
Alumni celebrate 165 years of UW excellence with Founders’ Day
February 5, 1849: Twenty young men gather in a small brick building near the State Capitol for the University of Wisconsin's inaugural class.
Cadwallader to step down from top UW–Madison research post
After an almost 13-year stint leading the University of Wisconsin–Madison’s vast research and graduate education enterprise, Vice Chancellor for Research and Dean of the Graduate School Martin Cadwallader announced today he is stepping down from the post to return to the faculty.
Blank at White House summit, offers commitment to accessibility
University of Wisconsin–Madison Chancellor Rebecca Blank is in Washington, D.C., today (Thursday, Jan. 16) with a set of initiatives to strengthen the university's commitment to making college accessible to low-income students.
AT&T announces $35,000 donation to support UW–Madison’s PEOPLE program
During a visit with UW–Madison Chancellor Rebecca Blank today, AT&T Wisconsin State President Scott T. VanderSanden announced a $35,000 AT&T donation to support UW–Madison’s PEOPLE (Pre-College Enrichment Opportunity Program for Learning Excellence) program and help underserved students prepare for and successfully complete higher education.
Chancellor Blank’s statement on Ray Cross appointment
Here is a statement from University of Wisconsin–Madison Chancellor Rebecca Blank on the appointment of Ray Cross as the new UW System president: