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UW-Madison makes presidential honor roll for community service

February 13, 2008

The University of Wisconsin–Madison was named this week to the 2007 President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll With Distinction for its efforts to promote community service and service learning on its campus.

Conference looks to the future of interdisciplinary work on campus

February 12, 2008

The University of Wisconsin–Madison has a long tradition of collaboration among scholars from distinct academic disciplines. This legacy continues in the high-quality research, instruction, and service emerging from the university's 290 interdisciplinary departments, centers and institutes.

Catheterized system wins annual student creativity prize

February 12, 2008

A catheterized system to sense bladder pressure and control urine flow to prevent incontinence won the $10,000 top prize in the Schoofs Prize for Creativity, an annual University of Wisconsin–Madison invention competition.

Program examines ‘Four Lakes’ cultural landscape

February 7, 2008

An upcoming presentation will examine the parallel developments of the state and university with consideration of the complex outcomes for the American Indian peoples and Indian nations of the Great Lakes.

2008 Alliant Energy/Erroll B. Davis Jr. Achievement Award recipients announced

February 6, 2008

Four University of Wisconsin System students, including two from UW–Madison, will receive this year's Alliant Energy/Erroll B. Davis Jr. Achievement Awards, recognizing outstanding scholarship and community service.

Students choose service over sun on alternative breaks

February 5, 2008

Since 1990, University of Wisconsin–Madison student spring breakers have abandoned the luxury of sandy beaches to travel across the country and volunteer during their precious week of spring break.

International Institute faculty book series features human rights around the world

February 5, 2008

Celebrating the contributions that University of Wisconsin–Madison faculty bring to the study of human rights, this semester's International Institute book series offers diverse perspectives and voices to shed light on these complex issues.

Hot subjects—BSE 375: ‘Biorefining: Energy and Products from Renewable Resources’

February 4, 2008

Solving the energy crisis has been the topic of conversation for consumers, researchers and politicians alike, particularly since the price of oil reached $100 a barrel earlier this month.

Visiting artist to connect art students to the real world

January 25, 2008

University art students, who have yet to confront with the harsh realities of making it as a professional artist, have much to learn from those who have walked the line between the proverbial "starving artist" and making a good living in art.

Theatre auditions attract national producers, hopeful actors, techies

January 25, 2008

Theatre producers from around the country will audition actors, singers, dancers, designers, technicians and managers at the 32nd annual Theatre Auditions set for Feb. 9 at the University of Wisconsin–Madison Memorial Union.

Students sell steaks to get a taste of the meat industry

January 23, 2008

So it's Saturday, and you've just learned that an RV full of Badgers fans is on its way to your place for a post-basketball game victory party. You need meat, and fast. But where around campus can you find good, fresh steaks?

Kids in the lab: Getting high-schoolers hooked on science

January 9, 2008

More than 10,000 students statewide have participated in the Youth Apprenticeship Program, an innovative project that gives exceptional high-school students an opportunity to get exposure and experience in their desired careers.

Conference to focus on career building over a lifetime

January 9, 2008

Whether just entering the workforce or planning for the later years of their careers, people must be prepared to deal with the shifting nature of today's workplace. Because people today change jobs and careers several times over their working lives, career planning has become a critical service offered by many schools, colleges, and private practitioners.

Students take leadership venture to South Africa

January 7, 2008

After more than 40 hours of traveling, 30 University of Wisconsin–Madison students arrived last week in Cape Town, South Africa to start a two-week adventure in South Africa's capital city that will include a leadership seminar and service projects.

Wisconsin Alumni Lifelong Learning introduces Passport Series

January 3, 2008

University experts will lead courses in global affairs, sciences and humanities as part of Wisconsin Alumni Lifelong Learning programs to be offered this spring.

Statements from UW–Madison leadership on the Morgridge scholarship gift

December 18, 2007

University of Wisconsin–Madison leaders have high praise for the gift of $175 million from John and Tashia Morgridge, which will support need-based financial aid for thousands of talented prospective students in Wisconsin.

Greener pastures: Dairy science reverses history with enrollment surge

December 12, 2007

Since enrolling 189 undergraduate students in 1982, dairy science has seen a steady decline in popularity. But the program is gorwing again now after retooling its cirriculum and its approach to student recruitment.

Book documents economic, health disparities that women encounter in retirement

November 20, 2007

A new book by a UW–Madison professor addresses disadvantages that can impede women from achieving economic and health security when they retire.

Journalism’s past examined in encyclopedia compiled by UW–Madison professor

November 19, 2007

The evolution and history of American journalism, from 17th century colonial times to the rise of contemporary blogging culture and digital photography is chronicled in the newly released "Encyclopedia of America Journalism."

Big Ten Network deal funds financial aid, libraries, athletics

November 16, 2007

A minimum revenue guarantee of more than $6.1 million from the Big Ten Network will make it possible to increase need-based scholarships to University of Wisconsin–Madison students, enhance campus libraries and keep UW athletics competitive, Chancellor John D. Wiley and Director of Athletics Barry Alvarez announced Friday.