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UW–Madison responds to attacks on diversity efforts
September 13, 2011The University of Wisconsin–Madison strongly reaffirms its commitment to the value of enrolling a highly diverse student body, which creates a vibrant academic community as well as alumni who are fully engaged in the global marketplace. Read More
Special exhibitions mark opening of Chazen Museum’s new building
September 13, 2011The Chazen Museum of Art will celebrate the opening of its new 86,000-square-foot building and its expanded role as a hub for the arts on the University of Wisconsin–Madison campus and a leading cultural resource for the region on Oct. 22. Read More
Study reveals critical similarity between two types of do-it-all stem cells
September 11, 2011Ever since human induced pluripotent stem cells were first derived in 2007, scientists have wondered whether they were functionally equivalent to embryonic stem cells, which are sourced in early stage embryos. Read More
NSF renews, expands mission of UW–Madison materials research center
September 9, 2011With $18 million over six years, the National Science Foundation is expanding the mission of one of the University of Wisconsin–Madison’s most prolific and prestigious interdisciplinary research centers. Read More
Police offer tips for Badger football fans
September 9, 2011UW-Madison police are offering Badger football fans attending Wisconsin's game against Oregon State on Saturday, Sept. 10 a number of tips to make their game-day experience more enjoyable. Read More
Mobile UW: New and improved
September 8, 2011Mobile UW from the University of Wisconsin–Madison is getting its first major upgrade. Read More
Lynde B. Uihlein gift supports UW Law School, UW–Milwaukee joint water initiative
September 7, 2011A gift from Milwaukee philanthropist Lynde B. Uihlein will launch a two-year pilot program that will bring the expertise of the University of Wisconsin Law School to the new Center for Water Policy at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. Read More
Alarm test to close Memorial Library on Sept. 7 from 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
September 1, 2011Testing on fire alarms will close the Memorial Library on Wednesday, Sept. 7 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Read More
Wisconsin Involvement Network to debut this fall
September 1, 2011Starting this fall semester, the University of Wisconsin–Madison will be launching a campuswide initiative called the Wisconsin Involvement Network (WIN). Read More
Parents’ stress leaves mark on the DNA of children
August 30, 2011Parents who are stressed during their children's early years can leave an imprint on their sons' or daughters' genes - an imprint that lasts into adolescence and may affect how these genes are expressed later in life, according to a study by researchers at the University of Wisconsin and the University of British Columbia. Read More
Convocation to welcome new students, celebrate legacy
August 30, 2011On Thursday, Sept. 1, University of Wisconsin–Madison Interim Chancellor David Ward will welcome first-year and transfer students to the university at the Chancellor’s Convocation for New Students. Read More
UW–Madison plans assistance for hurricane-affected students
August 26, 2011UW–Madison students who may be affected by Hurricane Irene are encouraged to call the Division of Student Life for assistance with any academic and student… Read More
UW–Madison limnologist receives international Water Prize
August 25, 2011Sweden’s King Carl XVI Gustaf presented Steve Carpenter, University of Wisconsin–Madison Stephen Alfred Forbes Professor of Zoology and director of the Center for Limnology, with the Stockholm Water Prize today (Aug. 25) in a ceremony at the 2011 World Water Week conference in Stockholm. Read More
Human gait could soon power portable electronics
August 23, 2011If the vision of Tom Krupenkin and J. Ashley Taylor comes to fruition, one day soon your cellphone - or just about any other portable electronic device - could be powered by simply taking a walk. Read More
Sweet insight: Discovery could speed drug development
August 21, 2011The surface of cells and many biologically active molecules are studded with sugar structures that are not used to store energy, but rather are involved in communication, immunity and inflammation. In a similar manner, sugars attached to drugs can enhance, change or neutralize their effects, says Jon Thorson, a professor of pharmaceutical sciences at the University of Wisconsin–Madison School of Pharmacy. Read More
Bone marrow transplant pioneer dies at 77
August 17, 2011Dr. Fritz Bach, a former University of Wisconsin–Madison researcher and physician who pioneered the use of bone-marrow transplants, died Sunday at the age of 77. Read More
Dawn Crim named associate dean at School of Education
August 17, 2011School of Education Dean Julie Underwood has named seasoned campus administrator Dawn Crim as the school's associate dean for external relations. Read More
Traffic update: Lane closure on West Dayton Street
August 16, 2011Starting this week, West Dayton Street will be down to one lane between Charter Street and Mills Street due to the Charter Street Heating Plant… Read More