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Engineering students compete with unique inventions

December 13, 2010

A pedal-powered riding lawn mower, a green garbage disposal, an attachment for wheelchairs that increases traction in slick conditions: These, and others, are the designs that circulate inside engineering students' minds. Read More

UW-Madison to celebrate 50 years of Peace Corps

December 13, 2010

The University of Wisconsin–Madison's African Studies Program will host Peace Corps and Africa: 50 Years, an event honoring half century of volunteer service. Read More

Gabe Carimi applies the team concept to engineering success

December 10, 2010

Wisconsin Badgers left tackle Gabe Carimi is experiencing nothing short of a dream senior year. Consider this stellar resume: Read More

UHS offers advice on how to take stress out of finals

December 8, 2010

Winter weather isn't the only thing blowing into Madison - so is final exam time, making it a blustery and stressful time of year for many University of Wisconsin–Madison students as they finish up research papers and study for tests. Read More

UW-Madison students launch magazine for Wisconsin women

December 8, 2010

In early September, a group of 20 University of Wisconsin–Madison students decided Wisconsin women have moxie, and in just 11 weeks, they produced a print and digital magazine to prove it. Read More

Recent sightings: Hoofer Resale

December 6, 2010

People shop for bargains on new and used cross-country ski boots and related gear during first day of the two-day Hoofers 47th Annual Ski… Read More

Services enhanced for students considering health careers

December 6, 2010

University of Wisconsin–Madison students planning for careers in health-related fields are being helped along by a new advising program made possible through the Madison Initiative for Undergraduates. Read More

“Breaking” barriers at Madison Dance Conference

November 17, 2010

The roots of break dancing trace to the streets of New York in the 1970s, but the dance style and corresponding hip-hop culture have since circulated throughout the world and found a beating heart in Madison when the UW Breakers formed in 2002. Read More

Socially conscious UW apparel available at University Book Store

November 17, 2010

Just in time for the holiday shopping season, members of the campus community, parents and alumni have a brand new way to support the University of Wisconsin–Madison while also making a major difference in the lives of apparel workers in the Dominican Republic. Read More

New GreenHouse for sustainability nurtures community

November 15, 2010

Though enticing, the food spread across the tables is only part of the point of this meal. The two dozen students at this Global Food for Thought dinner are here to feed their minds as well as their stomachs. Read More

November food drive unites campus against hunger

November 15, 2010

For several years, the University of Wisconsin–Madison's Office of Visitor & Information Programs (VIP) has coordinated an NBC15 "Share Your Holidays" holiday food drive for families in need. This year, the organizers will join forces with other campus groups for an effort greater than the sum of its parts. Read More

MBA student finds ‘footy’ success

November 11, 2010

Graduate student Dan Sarbacker strikes a balance between his demanding coursework and his passion for the loud crowds and adrenalin-filled atmosphere that are part of the bone-cracking game he loves. Read More

Conference on first-year students and their success set for Nov. 12

November 9, 2010

The annual First-Year Conference is designed to provide UW–Madison faculty, graduate students, and academic staff an opportunity to think and learn about first-year students and… Read More

Carpooling arrangements available for Ellefson memorial services

October 28, 2010

The Division of Student Life is assisting students with carpool arrangements to memorial services for Dylan Ellefson, a UW–Madison student killed in an Oct. 24 car accident. Read More

Madison Initiative for Undergraduates: Progress and promise mark program’s start

October 26, 2010

University of Wisconsin–Madison students are beginning to reap the rewards of a campuswide effort to boost the value, quality and affordability of an undergraduate education made possible by the Madison Initiative for Undergraduates. Read More

Student remembered for laughter, warmth

October 25, 2010

Members of the University of Wisconsin–Madison campus community are remembering Dylan Ellefson as a warm and funny friend who would have made an outstanding Spanish teacher. Read More

Put safety first this Halloween

October 25, 2010

Madison’s Freakfest is coming up this Saturday, Oct. 30, and the Division of Student Life is wishing students a safe and happy Halloween. Read More

Madison kids invited to trick or treat with campus Greeks

October 25, 2010

University of Wisconsin–Madison fraternities and sororities will again host "Trick-or-Treat with the Greeks," an opportunity for area children to experience a fun and safe Halloween on campus, from 3-6 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 27. Read More