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Experts examine collaborative learning and writing instruction
More than 300 university faculty and staff, graduate and undergraduate writing tutors, and high school instructors have gathered for a three-day conference exploring the newest theories and practices in writing center work.
Continuing studies conference focuses on child sexual abuse prevention and treatment
Hundreds of professionals who work in the sensitive field of child sexual abuse will participate Oct. 24-27 in a conference presented by the UW–Madison Division of Continuing Studies.
Adding poetry, rhythm and music to the Wisconsin Book Festival
Some of the best known names in poetry and hip-hop, from Sonia Sanchez and Danny Simmons to the latest members of the First Wave Hip Hop Theater Ensemble, will take the words of the Wisconsin Book Festival to the next level with poetry, rhythm and music.
Rennie to be science writer in residence
John Rennie, a veteran science journalist, blogger and editor, has been named the Fall 2011 University of Wisconsin–Madison Science Writer in Residence.
Midwest physicians-in-training gather for conference at UW–Madison
"Doctoberfest: Health and the Future," the Midwest's largest physician-in-training conference of the year, will be held Oct. 21-22 in the Health Sciences Learning Center at the UW School of Medicine and Public Health (SMPH).
UW students lead Go Big Read discussions
A group of 50 University of Wisconsin–Madison students will take on a new role Wednesday, Oct. 19, leading small groups of Middleton high school students through discussions about this year's Go Big Read selection, "Enrique's Journey."
Chancellor’s statement on admissions hearing
Enrolling students of all cultures and backgrounds improves the learning environment at UW–Madison and prepares everyone to be competitive in an increasingly multicultural world.
Conference discusses constitutional law, labor and employment law
The intersection of constitutional law and labor and employment law will be examined in a conference at the University of Wisconsin Law School on Oct. 28-29.
Yale political scientist to speak at UW–Madison
The Yale political scientist who authored a "public option" plan for national health care will visit the University of Wisconsin–Madison to deliver a Hilldale Lecture in the Social Studies on American politics and the middle class.
Roundtable to address integrity of public media in digital age
The Center for Journalism Ethics at the University of Wisconsin–Madison will co-host a roundtable of leading journalists and scholars to discuss editorial integrity for public media in a digital age.
Online chat: Graduate School reaches out to prospective applicants
The Graduate School is once again gearing up to host an online chat on the topic “High Impact Application: Making an Impression with your Graduate School Application."
Gamoran testifies before House subcommittee Oct. 12
Adam Gamoran, director of the Wisconsin Center for Education Research at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, will testify before the House Subcommittee on Research and Science Education on Wednesday, Oct. 12 at 9 a.m. Central time.
Intel official to deliver Denton Distinguished Lecture
Genevieve Bell, Intel Fellow and director of interaction and experience research at Intel Corp., will deliver the Denice D. Denton Distinguished Lecture at the University of Wisconsin–Madison on Monday, Oct. 24.
‘Stories on the Hill’ uses app to tell tales
In the Year of the Wisconsin Idea, a two-part event at historic University of Wisconsin–Madison locations will meld the storytelling traditions of the past with new ways of telling tales.
Wall Street economist to speak on campus
University of Wisconsin–Madison alumnus Stephen S. Roach, Ph.D, one of Wall Street's most influential economists, will visit campus this week to address the topic of "Pitfalls in a Post-Crisis World: Moment of Truth for Global Rebalancing."
University, private-sector collaboration brings Bucky Wagon back for Homecoming
Decades of rust, bent running boards and unreliable cable brakes and steering aren't suitable for a campus icon.
Pro Arte Quartet turns 100, celebrates with new commissions, free concerts, lectures
To celebrate its centennial year, the Pro Arte Quartet has commissioned original works from four contemporary composers, all of which will be given their world premieres during the 2011-12 season.
Chazen Museum of Art announces grand-opening events
On Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 22 and 23, the Chazen Museum of Art celebrates the grand opening of its expansion with open houses from noon–5 p.m. on both days.