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Conference takes next step in genetic analysis

July 15, 2011

Now that the human genome has been deciphered, many scientists are turning to study the myriad proteins that are encoded in tens of thousands of genes - a field called proteomics.

Financial advice sessions for employees focus on strategies when income drops

July 13, 2011

The Employee Assistance Office and the Office of Human Resource Development (OHRD) will host “Financial Strategies When Your Income Drops.” This presentations — set…

Wisconsin Singers compete for $10,000 in summer television series

July 1, 2011

From July 6 to 10, community members can vote online for the Wisconsin Singers to win a cash prize that will help them continue pursuing their mission to help organizations around the state raise money through performance events.

Hip-hop education in the heartland

June 30, 2011

Now celebrating its sixth year, the annual Hip-Hop Educator and Community Leader Training Institute will be held on the University of Wisconsin–Madison campus from July 6 to 10.

Fireworks show a backdrop for fabulous science lessons

June 29, 2011

Renowned science educator Bassam Shakhashiri will take the stage on the Memorial Union Terrace Saturday, July 2 to give his annual "The Science of Fireworks" presentation.

UW experts available to media regarding Independence Day

June 28, 2011

As the United States marks its 235th birthday, the University of Wisconsin–Madison has a number of experts who can discuss fireworks, safety, the history behind…

Greenfield Summer Institute to be held in July

June 27, 2011

The Center for Jewish Studies at the University of Wisconsin–Madison will host the Greenfield Summer Institute, an adult enrichment program that analyzes the future…

Design Gallery director creates the extraordinary from the ordinary

June 27, 2011

Though she depends on modern technology, Lisa Frank’s work has a decidedly Victorian flair. Like famed Victorian textile designer William Morris, she uses patterns to create order out of the wild natural world, turning elegant snapshots of nature into intricate tapestries.

UW-Madison international students visit Schultz Family Farm

June 23, 2011

The Schultz Family Farm in Cottage Grove, Wis., will be the site of the third annual international student farm outing on Sunday, June 26, when the Querin-Schultz family opens its third-generation farm to more than 100 international students and their families.

New street signs for UW–Madison as WAA marks 150 Years

June 23, 2011

As it celebrates its 150th anniversary, the Wisconsin Alumni Association is giving a gift to change the way alumni, faculty, students and visitors navigate the University of Wisconsin–Madison.

Wisconsin Alumni Association unveils new ice cream flavor to celebrate 150 years

June 23, 2011

The Wisconsin Alumni Association unveiled the secret ingredients of Babcock Hall Dairy's new flavor, Mad Grad Medley, at a birthday party to commemorate its 150th anniversary.

UW-Madison expert to discuss role of research in global food security

June 21, 2011

In the face of a changing climate and a world population forecast to reach 9 billion by 2050, feeding the world is a mounting challenge. And with 2 billion people worldwide already facing hunger or malnutrition, developing stable and effective food systems is a task of growing urgency.

First KlezKamp to celebrate Yiddish language and culture to be held in July

June 9, 2011

From July 10-14, the Mayrent Institute for Yiddish Culture at the University of Wisconsin–Madison will host Madison KlezKamp, modeled after its parent program, KlezKamp: The Yiddish Folk Arts Program, which has attracted more than 20,000 participants from around the world since its inception.

Three UW–Madison teams will compete in national food product contests this weekend

June 8, 2011

They spent most of the past year inventing a shelf-stable yogurt truffle, a beverage mix made with real fruit and a tangerine-flavored carbonated dairy beverage drink. Now three teams of University of Wisconsin–Madison students are headed to New Orleans to see how their ideas fare in the final rounds of two national food product development competitions being held at the Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) annual meeting this weekend.

Science teachers to get opportunity to explore evolution

June 7, 2011

Science teachers will have a unique opportunity to get inside evolution at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, which has a long history of evolutionary researchers.

SOAR returns home to new Union South

June 7, 2011

For the first time since 2008, the University of Wisconsin–Madison's Student Orientation, Advising and Registration (SOAR) will take place in Union South, returning the program's original, but greatly enhanced, home base.

Big scoop: Employee Appreciation Ice Cream Social set for today, June 7

June 7, 2011

Mark your calendar for the annual Employee Appreciation Ice Cream Social, which is scheduled for Tuesday, June 7, at 1:30 p.m. on Bascom Hill.

Campus architects gather at UW–Madison

June 6, 2011

The University of Wisconsin–Madison's 933 acres of campus will serve as both host and laboratory when university architects from across the U.S. and Canada descend on Wisconsin.