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Year of the Humanities events continue into spring
Languages, literary fame, poetry, filmmaking and the supernatural are topics included in the programming lineup for the spring semester of the Year of the Humanities at the University of Wisconsin–Madison.
One-man play confronts race issues with examination of lynching victim’s life
Patrick Sims' brain is crowded with the lives and chatter of imaginary people. He's been listening to them since they moved in some 12 years ago when he visited America's Black Holocaust Museum on Milwaukee's north side.
Flu shot clinics to be held Jan. 22
Two flu shot clinics will be held on Friday, Jan. 22, for students and employees.
Science writer tackles Darwin’s ‘Secret Life’
Charles Darwin let more than two decades pass between his return to England aboard HMS Beagle and the publication of "Origin of the Species."
Roundtable to explore ethics for investigative journalism outlets
Although many industry observers see nonprofit investigative news organizations as the future, the emerging journalism model brings a host of new ethical issues.
Panel discussion on race, racism planned
The Center for the Humanities is planning a public panel discussion on race and racism on Wednesday, Jan. 20.
ASM, UW–Madison assist students with textbook costs
Textbook costs can be a burden for college students. The University of Wisconsin–Madison's student government and university administration are working hard to address these potential difficulties on behalf of students and families.
Events around Madison honor life, work of Martin Luther King Jr.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day is the only federal holiday designated as a national day of service. Many events this year invite Madison residents of all backgrounds to celebrate King's legacy by observing "A Day On, Not A Day Off."
National agribusiness news program to tape town-hall event
"Market to Market," the nation's longest-running agribusiness news show, will host a rural economic summit on Wednesday, Jan. 20, immediately following the Wisconsin Agricultural Economic Outlook Forum.
Careers Conference to focus on turning challenges into opportunities
For the first time in U.S. history, four distinctly different generations are working side by side, and each of them - Matures, Baby Boomers, Generation X and Generation Y - is guided by a different set of values, beliefs and expectations.
Expert on equine disaster situations to speak at UW–Madison
The University of Wisconsin–Madison School of Veterinary Medicine continuing education program will host the 21st annual seminar "Horse Emergencies: Being Prepared During Disaster Situations" on Saturday, Feb. 20.
Forum to unveil 2010 forecast for Wisconsin’s agricultural economy
The third annual Wisconsin Agricultural Economic Outlook forum will review the impact of the 2009 economic downturn on the financial condition of the state's agricultural sector and consider its prospects for 2010.
UW-Madison happiness research featured in NOVA documentary
A PBS/NOVA documentary on the nature of human happiness, premiering this week, features University of Wisconsin–Madison professors Seth Pollak and Richard Davidson, and was produced with guidance from professor Roseanne Clark. "This Emotional Life" will air on PBS in three episodes to be aired on Wisconsin Public Television at 9 p.m. CST on Jan. 4, 11 and 18.
Fourth annual Badger Watch conference to be held Jan. 7
The University Police Department will hold its fourth annual Badger Watch conference on Thursday, Jan. 7, at the Memorial Union, 800 Langdon St.
Documentary captures impact of Wisconsin fight song
A documentary highlighting the powerful history, rich culture and impact of the University of Wisconsin–Madison's fight song, "On, Wisconsin!" premieres on the Big Ten Network at 3:30 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 21.
Engineering students to compete for thousands in prizes
Engineering mechanics students in the University of Wisconsin–Madison Department of Engineering Physics will cap a semester of hard work when they compete for more than $4,000 in prizes in a design competition Monday, Dec. 14.
Winter commencement set for Dec. 20
The University of Wisconsin–Madison's midyear commencement ceremonies are scheduled for Sunday, Dec. 20. They will be held at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. at the Kohl Center. Each ceremony will be approximately two hours long.
As pace slows, take a look at campus art exhibits
The pace of events on campus is slowing as the end of the semester nears. In other areas, things are barreling toward completing projects, finishing research and writing assignments, and preparing for final exams. Perhaps it’s time to hit the brakes and take a look at a few campus art exhibits before they, too, say adieu.
Seasonal flu shots available for faculty, staff through Dec. 11
Injectable seasonal flu shots will be offered to faculty and staff at a number of campus locations next week, Dec. 7-11.