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Faculty Senate approves academic calendar changes
The Faculty Senate has approved revisions to the Academic Calendar for academic years 2017 through 2021, including the creation of more predictable, even-length semesters of 69 days of instruction over 15 weeks. The summary period will also be shortened by one day and no exams will be held on the day of commencement.
UW-Madison recommends meningitis B vaccination for undergraduates; free immunizations available beginning Oct. 20
The recommendation comes in response to two confirmed cases in students last week. Both students are currently recovering.
UW-Madison students hospitalized with meningitis
Two UW–Madison students were hospitalized with meningococcal disease this week, with one case being identified as serogroup B. Both students are currently recovering.
Artist mixes traditional and contemporary; decorative and political
Interdisciplinary artist-in-residence Meeta Mastani teaches students about natural dyes and printing, but she also encourages them to use their art to express their emotions and beliefs.
Tickets available for ‘Go Big Read’ author event
Go Big Read authors are such celebrities on the UW–Madison campus, their keynotes are becoming big-ticket events. To address such high demand, the event will use tickets this year.
Revamped Summer Term boosts enrollment, revenue
Students flocked to high-demand courses offered for the first time this summer, including an increased number of online courses.
Accelerated undergrad nursing program for 2nd degree students approved
The program is designed for students who already hold a degree in a different discipline. Upon graduation, they will be fully prepared to sit for licensure to practice as registered nurses.
Dean’s office, student conduct office split in reorganization
The Dean of Students Office has split into two separate departments: the Dean of Students Office and the Office of Student Conduct & Community Standards.
Donation and recycling encouraged during August moving days
Many renters decide not to move unwanted furniture, clothing and other items to their new homes, instead just abandoning them on the curb. This year, there’s a better option.
UW-Madison alerts student voters to important info for Aug. 9 election
UW-Madison students who plan to vote in Madison during the Aug. 9 primary election should prepare now to make sure things go smoothly at the polls.
Old technology provides modern lessons to archaeology students
Students in anthropology Professor Mark Kenoyer's Ancient Technology and Invention course were working recently under a beating hot sun at the outdoor UW–Madison Experimental Archaeology Lab near Picnic Point.
SOAR programming emphasizes inclusivity, social justice
SOAR and other initiatives, such as the new Our Wisconsin inclusivity and community-building experience that debuts this fall, aim to help all new students come together in a strong, cohesive community.
Donations sought for Bad River Band flooding victims
The office of the American Indian Campus and Community Liaison will be collecting food, clothing, baby necessities (clothes, diapers, wipes), toiletries, etc. Donations can be dropped off at 173 Bascom Hall.
Pre-law scholars program highlights opportunities in law
A new program helps promising students from groups historically underrepresented in the legal profession or from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds.
UW-Madison update on Beau Solomon case
Statement from Guido Podesta, Vice Provost and Dean of the International Division.
Campus, family remember Beau Solomon
The 19-year-old study abroad student died in Rome last week. Solomon arrived in Italy Thursday to study at John Cabot University.
UW-Madison ranked high in list of universities that produce top CEOs
The University of Wisconsin–Madison is one of only three public universities that made the top 10 list of colleges that produce the most Fortune 500 CEOs.
UW-Madison celebrates 50th anniversary of Consortium for Graduate Study in Management
The Consortium's mission is to enhance diversity in business education and management careers in the United States. The UW has been there from the beginning.
Video: The Class of 2016, in their own words
Who are they thankful for? Where do they hope to work? What will they remember fondly? What surprised them? And what if they'd known then what they know now?
ROTC students commissioned as officers upon graduation
The group of graduates are future leaders in the U.S. Army, Marine Corps, Navy and Air Force.