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Teaching symposium to focus on diverse learning styles
May 10, 2006The annual Teaching and Learning Symposium at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, scheduled for May 17-19, will explore the growing body of research on how diverse individual learning styles often determine academic success. Read More
University honors distinguished students
May 5, 2006University of Wisconsin–Madison Chancellor John Wiley this week honored nearly 100 undergraduate recipients of the university's most prestigious scholarships, fellowships and awards. Read More
UW-Madison reaffirms stand against workplace bias
May 4, 2006The University of Wisconsin–Madison is committed to a healthy workplace environment and has strong policies in place to prevent discrimination and respond to bias complaints. Read More
Service-learning courses erase boundaries between community and classroom
April 26, 2006A movement to offer service-learning opportunities to students is helping redefine the classroom at UW–Madison, where more than 80 such courses are now being offered annually. Read More
UW-Madison, MATC announce student ‘transfer contract’
April 19, 2006The University of Wisconsin–Madison and its longstanding local partner, Madison Area Technical College, are strengthening their productive relationship. Read More
Statement on the ASAC hearing vote
April 14, 2006"I am disappointed that the committee did not feel the university met the tests of just cause in its case," says former Provost Peter Spear in response today's vote on the disciplinary hearing for Dr. Paul Barrows. Read More
Update on UW–Madison employees convicted of felonies
April 7, 2006The University of Wisconsin–Madison has reached closure today on three extremely rare and arduous personnel cases involving faculty members convicted of felonies. Read More
Dean of students search to pause to maximize student input
April 6, 2006In order to maximize student input and participation in the selection of a new dean of students, the University of Wisconsin–Madison's search process will continue into the fall semester. Read More
Hundreds poised to present at undergrad symposium
April 4, 2006Undergraduate scholars hailing from an array of academic disciplines will showcase their research at the 2006 Undergraduate Research Symposium, Tuesday, April 11, in the Memorial Union Great Hall. Read More
UW-Madison fares well in latest U.S. News rankings
March 31, 2006The breadth of quality graduate programs at the University of Wisconsin–Madison is evident in the latest academic rankings released today by U.S. News and World Report, which placed 33 UW–Madison programs among the nation's top ten. Read More
Farrell: Sizing up the challenges of being provost
March 24, 2006Patrick V. Farrell, executive associate dean of the College of Engineering, was named provost and vice chancellor for academic affairs on March 8 by Chancellor John Wiley. Read More
Noted civil rights activist to keynote diversity conference
March 13, 2006Lani Guinier, noted Harvard law professor, author, and activist, will serve as keynote presenter for the upcoming "Creating Institutional Change" conference at the UW–Madison. Read More
Patrick Farrell to become UW–Madison’s next provost
March 8, 2006Patrick V. Farrell, executive associate dean of the UW–Madison College of Engineering, was named provost and vice chancellor for academic affairs today (Wednesday, March 8) by UW–Madison Chancellor John D. Wiley. Farrell will begin his duties on April 3 at a salary of $238,468. Read More
Middle East Studies will offer new undergraduate certificate
March 6, 2006Beginning in September 2006, UW–Madison undergraduates will be able to earn a certificate in Middle East Studies. Read More
Provost’s message on class cancellations
February 17, 2006A message from Interim Provost Virginia Sapiro: As many of you are aware, evening classes were cancelled yesterday, Thursday Feb. 16, from… Read More
Chancellor’s statement on the Badger Herald’s publishing of controversial cartoon
February 14, 2006Chancellor John D. Wiley comments on the Badger Herald's decision to publish one of the Danish newspaper cartoons depicting the Prophet Muhammad as a terrorist figure, one of several such cartoons that have provoked worldwide, often violent unrest among Muslims. Read More
Sapiro: No place for hate at UW–Madison
January 20, 2006UW-Madison is a place for people of all political, social and religious beliefs, but aggressive and violent behavior toward others will not be tolerated, says interim Provost Virginia Sapiro. Read More
New Wisconsin Idea grants venture into diverse territory
January 12, 2006With topics ranging from nanotechnology to secondhand smoke and target audiences from at-risk children to cancer caregivers, a new round of "Wisconsin Idea" grants at the UW–Madison offer a fresh approach to serving state citizens. Read More
Ring it up: UW–Madison named the nation’s 15th best value
January 10, 2006Comparing measures of quality against cost, UW–Madison ranks as the 15th best value in American public higher education, according to Kiplinger's Personal Finance magazine. Read More
‘Designated suppliers’ pilot launched for licensed apparel
December 13, 2005UW-Madison will launch a pilot program requiring companies producing officially licensed apparel products to purchase 25 percent of their goods from factories that allow a union, representative body or the right of free association for workers. Read More