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Online Chinese course connects business professionals to UW–Madison language resources
UW-Madison's Language Institute, in partnership with the Department of East Asian Languages and Literature, is making it easier for busy, working professionals to acquire Chinese language skills with a new three-credit, online course that nontraditional students can fit into their schedules. Read More
Late fall unveils a banquet of choral music opportunities
The end of the semester is high performance season for the university's choral groups, when they present pieces they have mastered while perfecting their ensemble singing skills. Read More
UW-Madison explores its global scope during International Education Week
Whether through study abroad programs, international teaching and research collaborations, language study opportunities, or the thousands of students from around the world who benefit from our campus every year, the University of Wisconsin–Madison is truly a global university. Read More
Panel to highlight global perspectives on education
A group of doctoral students will offer global perspectives on education in "Schooling Around the World: Sights, Sounds, Stories and Travels," a special program sponsored by the Department of Educational Policy Studies (EPS) at the University of Wisconsin–Madison on Wednesday, Nov. 14, to mark International Education Week. Read More
Panel highlights global perspectives on education
A group of doctoral students will offer global perspectives on education in “Schooling Around the World: Sights, Sounds, Stories and Travels,” a program sponsored by the Department of Educational Policy Studies on Wednesday, Nov. 14, to mark International Education Week. Read More
New classes explore environmental film’s mobilizing power
Gregg Mitman believes in the power of a well-told story. This semester the professor of history of science is teaching two new courses on the environment from a cinematic perspective: a class on environmental film in history and a hands-on production class in documentary storytelling. Read More
School of Social Work’s diversity efforts garner YWCA award
When University of Wisconsin–Madison Assistant Professor Tracy Schroepfer joined the School of Social Work's Committee for the Recruitment and Retention of Students of Color (RRSCC) five years ago, those in her field were facing a crucial dilemma. Read More
For students, electric ‘sled’ is good, clean fun in the snow
Thanks to donations from Madison-based foundations and industry, a team of University of Wisconsin–Madison mechanical engineers will have the chance to develop an earth-friendly snowmobile that could facilitate scientific research in Antarctica and Greenland. Read More
UW-Madison, College of the Menominee Nation enter historic partnership
Students from the College of the Menominee Nation will have a new and easy path to transfer to the University of Wisconsin–Madison as a result of a historic new partnership agreement between the two institutions. Read More
University Theatre MFA directors journey outside the comfort zone with ‘Yellowman’ and ‘A Nervous Smile’
Two plays dealing with uncomfortable topics, including racial stereotypes, family dysfunction and discrimination against disabled people, mark the University Theatre directorial debuts of Talish Barrow and Sheri Williams-Pannell, second-year University of Wisconsin–Madison MFA directing students. Read More
Journalism students hone reporting skills at Freakfest
For one group of University of Wisconsin–Madison students, attending the city's sometimes-raucous Halloween celebration will be a classroom experience instead of a barroom crawl. Read More
UW–Madison a top producer of U.S. Fulbright students
University of Wisconsin–Madison students fared well in landing international fellowships with The Fulbright Program, which announced its 2007-2008 fellows list in this week's Chronicle of Higher Education. Read More
Library, university series explores topics in faith and reason
The Central Branch of the Madison Public Library, 201 W. Mifflin Street; and the Stoughton Public Library, 304 S. Fourth St.; have joined forces in sponsoring a series of talks beginning Oct. 30 from renowned authors, local clergy, and Madison-area professors on topics involving the intersection of faith and reason. Read More
Grant from Thai Embassy boosts Thai studies
The Royal Thai Embassy has granted University of Wisconsin–Madison's Center for Southeast Asian Studies nearly $100,000 to support the university's Thai studies program. Read More
Alumni raise $569,000 for student scholarships
Students at the University of Wisconsin–Madison received nearly $569,000 in scholarships this year, thanks to the efforts of local chapters and affiliates of the Wisconsin Alumni Association (WAA). Read More
Festival showcases ‘print missionaries’ and art departrment
Joseph Velasquez and Greg Nanney been called "print missionaries" by some New York City publishers because the pair - who both received an M.F.A. in art from the University of Wisconsin–Madison last May - travels the country bringing artwork to both schoolchildren and adults with a printing press rigged to the back of a pick-up truck. Read More
Scholars examine state funding and accountability in higher education
As state legislatures try to balance funding for higher education with the climbing costs of Medicaid and other services, public universities are compelled to seek alternative revenue sources. Read More
Hot subjects—Environmental Studies 900: ‘Working Toward Regional Sustainable Development’
As the demand for greener companies and communities continues to rise nationwide, UW–Madison is responding by offering new courses on the environment and sustainability. Read More