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Scientific American’s editor named writer in residence
Mariette DiChristina, the executive editor of Scientific American, will visit the university as the spring 2005 Science Writer in Residence.
Student entrepreneurs preparing for competition
A competition showcasing student entrepreneurs' innovative business ideas - ranging from devices that can save firefighters' lives in blazing buildings to making online transactions more secure - will kick off on Friday, April 15.
Students power new humanities journal
Nearly 400 article submissions later, "Illumination" is set for its debut. The premier issue of UW–Madison's undergraduate-produced journal of the humanities will be out late this month, with an accompanying Web site.
High schools students flock to World Languages Day April 14
High school students and teachers from across the state will sample the 60 languages taught at UW–Madison on Thursday, April 14, during the fourth annual World Languages Day (WLD).
Revamped evening MBA program gets global infusion
An intensive program review and student surveys have prompted major curriculum revisions in the Evening MBA program (EvMBA) at the University of Wisconsin–Madison School of Business.
Undergraduate Symposium set for April 12
When visitors walk through the labyrinth of poster displays on Tuesday, April 12, in the Memorial Union Great Hall during the 2005 Undergraduate Symposium, they may be getting the first glimpse of the next generation of academic scholars.
U.S. News grad rankings show diverse strengths
A range of academic programs at the University of Wisconsin–Madison are again near the head of the class in national graduate school rankings released today (April 1) by U.S. News and World Report.
Technology builds foreign language proficiency
Using new computer software developed at UW–Madison, foreign-language instructors are creating interactive online lessons that help students improve their listening comprehension, an important step to attaining advanced speaking ability in a language.
Lecturer shares experiences with African genocide
Through the efforts of Aloys Habimana, a group of more than 25 UW–Madison students had a firsthand view of how genocide occurs, receiving lessons that can be learned from tragedy and finding out how justice can play a role in healing.
Student programmers ready for Shanghai smackdown
In the world of collegiate computer programming, the Harmless Fluffy Bunnies, UW–Madison's team, are the competitive equivalent of the Green Bay Packers.
Business journalist Leckey to visit
Andrew Leckey, a long-time syndicated investment columnist for the Chicago Tribune and director of a leading national business journalism center, will visit UW–Madison this month as Business Writer in Residence for the spring semester.
Tutoring partnership benefits schools, UW–Madison
An innovative partnership between the Madison Metropolitan School District and local volunteers — including hundreds of UW–Madison students — is making a positive impact on the lives of local elementary and middle school students.
Economists help business execs identify trends
Four top economists will present their projections, insights and predictions at the UW–Madison's Economic Outlook at the Fluno Center, 601 University Ave., on Friday, March 4.
Chicago Sun-Times political writer to visit
Lynn Sweet, Washington, D.C., bureau chief for the Chicago Sun-Times, will visit the campus this month as the spring semester's Public Affairs Writer in Residence.
Students find ‘green’ possibilities in proposed building designs
Designs for new buildings and adaptive reuse of current structures will receive "green" treatment, courtesy of students in UW–Madison landscape architecture and interior design classes and UW-Milwaukee's programs in architecture and urban planning.
Registration open for Showcase
University departments seeking ways to improve their operations will come together at Showcase 2005.
Horse owner seminar to feature natural riding movement
On Saturday, April 2, riders from all disciplines will have a chance to learna new technique that allows both horse and rider to move freely. She is the featured speaker for the School of Veterinary Medicine's 16th Annual Seminar for the Serious Horse Owner.
University Theatre production adds educational depth to drama training
The thing about a George Bernard Shaw play is its dialogue, according to Mark Lococo, director of the University Theatre production of Shaw's "Misalliance."
UW celebrates 2005 as the year of languages
In an increasingly global community, the importance of communicating and interacting with people who do not use English as their primary language is becoming a high priority for more Americans.