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Black Men’s Initiative Forum set for Feb. 24-25
The Black Men's Initiative Forum on Friday, Feb. 24 and Saturday, Feb. 25 will help develop strong leadership through programs embracing this year's theme of "Building Capacity: Are You Equipped?" Read More
Public meeting set on West Campus Cogeneration Facility
A meeting to present plans for an addition to the West Campus Congeneration Facility will be held on Thursday, March 1. Read More
UW-Madison explores creation of College of the Arts
For the first time in several decades, the University of Wisconsin–Madison is considering the addition of a new college, the College of the Arts. Read More
Bundle up and ride: Winter Bike to Work Week underway
The organizers of the effort to get people to bike to work through the winter are holding “Madison’s First Winter Bike to Work Week” from… Read More
Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter to speak at UW–Madison about post-9/11 security
Dana Priest, author and Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist who writes about intelligence and counterterrorism, will speak at UW–Madison on Tuesday, Feb. 28, about the rise of the post-9/11 security state in the U.S. Read More
Update: Feedback, questions sought on HR Design
University of Wisconsin–Madison faculty and staff are being encouraged to offer their observations or ask questions about the historic HR Design project underway on campus. Read More
Talks address access, affordability in higher education
In his Academy Evening talks titled "Keeping College Accessible: Charting a New Course for Higher Education," University of Arizona professor Gary Rhoades will provide a seasoned, national perspective on the key factors affecting college affordability, social stratification, and educational quality. Read More
Cycle for Sight raises funds for vision research
The second annual "Cycle for Sight" event will be held from 10am to 2pm Feb. 11 at two UW–Madison recreational facilities, the Natatorium and the South East Recreational Facility. Read More
Student Organization Fair shows off more than 300 groups on Feb. 8
University of Wisconsin–Madison students can sample the wide diversity of student groups at the spring 2012 Student Organization Fair on Wednesday, Feb. 8 from 5-8 p.m. at the Kohl Center. Read More
Evolution’s oddities are focus of Darwin Day
The annual celebration of Charles Darwin’s birthday at the University of Wisconsin–Madison will highlight the evolutionary significance of strange life forms, including the octopus and enormous flowers. Read More
Campus and community events highlight Black History Month
Across the University of Wisconsin–Madison campus and the Madison community, a number of events will be held to celebrate the meaning and importance of Black History Month. Read More
Water filtration, smart phones, LED lights showcased in student invention competition
University of Wisconsin–Madison undergraduate innovators will present 14 inventions on Feb. 9-10 in Engineering Hall on the College of Engineering campus as part of the annual Innovation Days. Read More
Faculty and staff feedback sought on Human Resources Design
UW–Madison staff and faculty will have multiple opportunities to offer their perspectives on the campus’ human resources system in several formats this month. Read More
Noted primate expert to discuss primate behavior, research ethics
A scientist who has pioneered the study of cooperation in primates will be the featured speaker at a forum on the ethics of animal research at University of Wisconsin–Madison. Read More
UW English professor urges environmental writers to “tell stories no one else can tell”
In his new book, "Slow Violence and the Environmentalism of the Poor," UW–Madison English professor Rob Nixon asks: how can environmental writers craft emotionally involving stories from disasters that are slow-moving and attritional, rather than explosive and spectacular? Read More
La Follette School responds to Startup America Policy Challenge
With a network of schools, scholars and problem-solvers across the country, the La Follette School is responding to the Startup America Policy Challenge. Read More
UW-Madison career fair uses smart-phone technology
UW-Madison Career Services units will use technology to benefit students and employers during the Spring Career and Internship Fair on Tuesday, Jan. 31 from 4:30-8 p.m. at the Kohl Center. Read More