Syndicated to: Wisc.edu
2012 graduates: Morgridges will match your gifts
May 16, 2012With the help of a generous matching gift challenge from John and Tashia Morgridge, last year’s commencement campaign achieved 10 percent participation from the Class of 2011. Read More
UW plant breeders develop an even heart-healthier oat
May 16, 2012University of Wisconsin–Madison plant breeders have developed a new oat variety that's significantly higher in the compound that makes this grain so cardio-friendly. Read More
School of Education partners with Stockholm University
May 15, 2012Graduate students in the University of Wisconsin–Madison School of Education have a new opportunity to bring a global perspective into their work as they seek to tackle some of the toughest issues in education. Read More
New UW–Madison graduates have compelling stories
May 15, 2012Every UW–Madison graduate has a story. Here are eight stories of students who will receive their degrees at commencement ceremonies May 18-20 at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. Read More
UW-Madison chancellor search to commence in fall
May 15, 2012The national search for UW–Madison’s next chancellor will begin in the fall with the formation of a campus search and screen committee, to be appointed by UW System President Kevin P. Reilly. Read More
Campus construction projects getting underway
May 15, 2012The academic year is quickly coming to a close, and that means another round of road closures and construction projects in the campus area this summer. Read More
UW–Madison launches online Sustainable Systems Engineering Graduate Program
May 14, 2012The University of Wisconsin–Madison has introduced a new online Master of Engineering in Sustainable Systems Engineering (SSE) program, which will begin January 2013 with applications being accepted through October 15, 2012. Read More
Radiothon raises $528,507 for sick kids
May 14, 2012The three-day, 39-hour radio broadcast hosted by Tracy Dixon and Mike Heller of Clear Channel Radio station 96.3 Star Country ended Friday night with the announcement of the grand total. Read More
Recent sightings: Union Theater’s ‘Curtain Down Party’
May 14, 2012Anita Laabs (right) helps Savanna Shropshire (left) try on an assortment of costumes in a dressing room backstage at the Wisconsin Union Theater’s “Curtain… Read More
In metallic glasses, researchers find a few new atomic structures
May 11, 2012Drawing on powerful computational tools and a state-of-the-art scanning transmission electron microscope, a team of University of Wisconsin–Madison and Iowa State University materials science and engineering researchers has discovered a new nanometer-scale atomic structure in solid metallic materials known as metallic glasses. Read More
Important voting information for UW–Madison students
May 10, 2012Recent changes in voting laws, combined with the end of the semester, may require you to plan ahead. Read More
Networking pioneer Landweber named to Internet Hall of Fame
May 10, 2012The decision to put Lawrence Landweber in the "Innovators" circle of the newly-created Internet Hall of Fame is not likely one that cost the nominating committee any sleep. Read More
What makes a great commencement speech?
May 10, 2012It’s commencement season, and Inside UW–Madison talked with Sarah Jedd, assistant faculty associate for Communication Arts 100 and 105, speech composition and public speaking, about… Read More
Sleep apnea associated with higher mortality from cancer
May 9, 2012Sleep-disordered breathing (SDB), commonly known as sleep apnea, is associated with an increased risk of cancer mortality, according to a new study. Read More
Union South wins state design award, Best in Show
May 9, 2012At an annual awards ceremony for the state construction industry, Union South was named Best in Show of the 30 top projects in Wisconsin. Read More
New round of federal funding received for $85 million medical isotope project
May 8, 2012The Morgridge Institute for Research has received a $20.6 million award from the U.S. Department of Energy's National Nuclear Security Administration to support development of a new process and manufacturing plant for a medical isotope needed by tens of thousands of U.S. patients daily. Read More
An ‘Amazing’ victory for UW couple
May 7, 2012Throughout season 20 of CBS reality show “The Amazing Race,” Maj. Dave Brown Jr. and his wife Rachel dominated the competition. On Sunday night, once again, they were the frontrunners, reaching the finish line with smiles on their faces, expecting to collect $1 million Read More
UHS offers tips to minimize stress, maximize productivity
May 7, 2012While a relief for many students after 15 long weeks, the end of the semester also brings with it a flurry of exams, papers, presentations, and project deadlines. Read More
UW-Madison to receive class gift honoring the Wisconsin Idea
May 7, 2012UW-Madison's long tradition of service to the state is being celebrated with a new plaque honoring the Wisconsin Idea, a gift from the Class of 2012 that will be dedicated by class officers and university officials on Wednesday, May 9. Read More
Symposium honors legacy of the late biomolecular chemist Paul Bertics
May 7, 2012A May 11 symposium honors the life and legacy of Paul Bertics, a biomolecular chemist who died last December. Read More