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UW in top 25 for study abroad and international students
UW–Madison moved up three spots, from No. 18 to No. 15, on the 2020 Open Doors Report’s ranking of U.S. universities and colleges for total students studying abroad.
UW focuses on engaging women in computer sciences
Funding from the grant will allow the computer sciences department to expand pathways for students including strategies to encourage students to enroll in entry level classes, augmenting curricula to create smoother transitions from entry level to more advanced coursework, and providing staff support and funding to develop community and cohorts.
New Public Health Order Prohibits Off-Campus Indoor Gatherings, Limits Outdoor Gatherings to 10 People
In response to a substantial, sustained growth in new COVID-19 infections throughout Dane County, Public Health Madison & Dane County is issuing Emergency Order #10 which prohibits indoor gatherings of any size. Outdoor gatherings are permitted with 10 people or less, with physical distancing. The order goes into effect on November 18, 2020 at 12:01am.
Guidelines and recommendations for quarantining at home
Quarantining is an important tool in containing spread of the disease, and UW Health officials want to share some recommendations on how to effectively quarantine.
COVID-19 patient released from University Hospital after double lung transplant
Two weeks after her double lung transplant surgery and four months after her COVID-19 diagnosis, Carmen Lerma left the transplant unit at University Hospital and was reunited outside the hospital entrance with her husband, brother and mother.
Update for Wisconsin basketball and hockey home games
Games will be played this season without fans in the stands for an indefinite period of time.
Comprehensive directory helps campus entrepreneurs find resources
With the addition of the Start In UW–Madison directory, users can use a robust search engine to find and connect with resources from university programs supporting innovation in fields from biomanufacturing to computer and data science, medical, clean tech, food science and more.
Students who serve: Badgers in the National Guard
On Veterans Day, the Wisconsin State Journal profiles three students who have balanced National Guard deployments with their studies.
Outstanding Women of Color 2020-21
The awards honor faculty, staff, students and community members who have made contributions in social justice, activism and advocacy on behalf of disadvantaged, marginalized populations; community service; scholarly research; and community building.
In gratitude this Veterans Day
Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs Lori Reesor salutes UW–Madison’s student veterans and other military-connected students. “I see amazing examples of resilience and I am struck with gratitude at the depth of life experience they infuse into our classrooms and UW community,” she writes.
Strengthening community during COVID-19
“Operation Connection through Quarantine” launched with a goal of contacting 2,300 students while they were in quarantine. Volunteer faculty and staff were gathered by word–of–mouth across campus from various schools, colleges, and departments.
‘Thanksgiving To Go’ returns with multiple menu options
The Wisconsin Union team has made affordable, gourmet Thanksgiving To Go meals available for purchase this year, with ordering available now through Nov. 20 and pick-up on Nov. 25.
UW System, Alliant Energy recognize outstanding students, teachers for 2020
UW–Madison senior Dalila Ricci won an honor for students from underrepresented groups pursuing a degree in business or engineering. Faculty Associate Sharon Thoma was singled out for outstanding commitment to student success.
Fueling Discovery: Virtual presentations begin
The Wisconsin Alumni Association is hosting a series programs dedicated to enriching the lives of UW alumni and friends. On Nov. 12, learn about storytelling that helps heal in the wake of disaster, risk factors that may help demystify schizophrenia, and promising quantum science.
Helping students succeed in a new reality
As director of the Center for Academic Excellence, DeVon Wilson is helping to clear the many hurdles COVID-19 is placing in front of the underrepresented, first-generation, low-income students he and his team support.