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Podestá named vice provost and dean of international studies
Guido Podestá, interim vice provost and dean of international studies at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, has been named to the position on a permanent basis.
UW-Madison celebrates awards in the arts, announces Arts Institute reorganization
University of Wisconsin–Madison students performing spoken word, dance and drumming brought audience members to their feet at a surprise live performance during UW–Madison’s annual Arts Awards reception.
Veteran Services and Military Assistance Center opens at UW–Madison
Student veterans and active-duty military members at the University of Wisconsin–Madison have a new resource to aid them to access state and federal benefits.
Chancellor honors more than 100 award-winning undergraduates
University of Wisconsin–Madison Chancellor Rebecca Blank joined colleagues including outgoing Provost Paul DeLuca and Interim Vice Provost Chris Olsen on Monday to recognize students for excellence in research.
UW-Madison names director of Educational Innovation
Mark Johnson, assistant professor of educational policy studies at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, has been selected as the new director of Educational Innovation, an initiative of the provost’s office.
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.
Berquam, Sims: Our view on ‘UWNotFair’
In recent days we have heard about a new effort by an out-of-state group that plans to legally challenge UW–Madison’s admissions policies. We strongly disagree and want to share our views on this topic.
Finalists announced for vice provost and dean of international studies
The next leader of the University of Wisconsin–Madison’s Division of International Studies will be chosen from among two UW–Madison faculty members and one from the University of Iowa.
UW-Madison encourages students to explore Summer Term
From Concerts on the Square and chemistry to farmers' markets and physics, the University of Wisconsin–Madison offers a unique combination of summer experiences. This year, the university is encouraging more students to explore all that Summer Term has to offer.
Wide range of student work on display at Undergraduate Symposium
Undergraduate achievements will be on full display as students from across the University of Wisconsin–Madison present their work at the 16th Annual Undergraduate Symposium Thursday, April 10, at Union South.
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.
Nominations sought for two vice provost positions
The campus community is invited to make nominations or apply for two vice provost positions in the Office of the Provost.
Graduate programs ranked highly by U.S. News and World Report
Numerous UW–Madison graduate programs are ranked among the nation’s best in the 2015 edition of U.S. News and World Report’s “Best Graduate Schools.”
Student engagement survey: Turning the focus on the UW experience
There are times when UW–Madison finds itself under the figurative lens of a research study. In this case, it’s a national survey directed towards freshmen and seniors – asking for their candid and confidential thoughts on their experiences at UW.
Officials to study issues on email, calendaring
To ensure the long-term success of the campus’ new email and calendaring system, project leaders have decided to slow the implementation of Microsoft Office 365 as plans for the conversion are evaluated.
New campuswide data infrastructure service debuts March 1
Beginning March 1, UW–Madison will have access to a new portfolio of data center services and consultation, including co-located facilities, storage, backup and high-capacity networking.
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.