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Blank, Alvarez share statement on Big Ten decision
"We had hoped that the return of fall collegiate sports might be an opportunity to restore some sense of normalcy and provide brighter moments for our university, our city and our state. Even so, today’s decision by the Big Ten to postpone the fall 2020 sports season is the correct one." Read More
UW researchers devise approach to treat rare, incurable form of blindness
"Best vitelliform macular degeneration," or Best disease, is an inherited eye condition that typically leads to blindness over the course of a few decades. Read More
Health personnel treating virus can enroll in prevention study
A new research study at the UW School of Medicine and Public Health is looking at whether commonly used oral and nasal antiseptic can help prevent COVID-19 infections in frontline health care workers. Read More
Chancellor Blank shares update on Smart Restart plans
In her latest blog post, Chancellor Blank provides an update on health and safety and other planning for the academic year. Read More
UW Hospitals again ranked No. 1 in Wisconsin
For the ninth year in a row, U.S. News & World Report's "Best Hospitals" ranked University of Wisconsin Hospitals, which includes University Hospital and UW Health at The American Center, as No. 1 in Wisconsin. Read More
The Bandana Project: Allies for mental health
The bright green bandanas twirling from students’ backpacks are a statement of support for their classmates who may be struggling with mental health issues or suicidal thoughts. Read More
‘Why I Love UW’ video: New York restaurateur Gabriel Stulman
“There was a warmth, there was an enthusiasm” when he first visited campus with his father, Stulman says. The diversity of his freshman residence hall “changed my life.” Read More
UW committed to accessibility as nation marks 30 years of Americans with Disabilities Act
The ADA, which has had an undeniable impact on access and inclusion at UW–Madison, is more critical than ever as the university expands its digital campus due to the challenges presented by COVID-19. Read More
Grad student helps with PPE production, COVID response in developing countries
With support from the UW–Madison International Projects Office, Rebecca Alcock is leading a small team that’s consulting with government officials, healthcare systems leaders and local manufacturers in Guatemala, Yemen, Malawi, the Maldives and Sudan on design and production of PPE like face shields and masks, medical equipment such as ventilators, and water, sanitation and hygiene infrastructure. Read More
Kohl Initiative brings new faculty, students, staff
To meet students’ burgeoning interest in public policy, the La Follette School has added 10 new faculty members – nearly doubling its roster. Read More
UW helps farmers reinvent themselves in challenging times
Innovations being developed today will help define the future of American dairy: what products are available, how the land and animals are cared for, and how farmers make a living. Read More
Masks can cause anxiety for some, but help is available
For some, masks can cause things like rapid heart rate, difficulty breathing, chest tightness, dizziness, feeling hot or sweating, or other symptoms they may not recognize as a fairly common, but serious condition – anxiety. Read More
COVID-19 plasma trial shows treatment helped 94% of severely ill patients avoid ICU or ventilation
Patients with severe or life-threatening COVID-19 have fared well so far in two clinical trials underway at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, according to preliminary results. Read More
Ant armor may provide insight into mineral formation
A research collaboration between bacteriology and geoscience labs suggests that a protein layer on leaf-cutter ants could be the catalyst that allows a magnesium-rich calcite layer to grow. This mineral layer likely serves as armor for the ants. Read More
Sign of solidarity: Badgers to wear black crest logos
Wisconsin student-athletes will be showing their solidarity with Black and other underrepresented communities on campus when Badger sports teams return to action, as uniforms will include a university crest logo with a black "W." Read More
Day-tripping with Jon Stewart
In December 2017, UW–Madison political science professor Katherine Cramer drove around Wisconsin for 10 hours with comedian Jon Stewart and his assistant, introducing them to people she interviewed for her book, The Politics of Resentment. Read More
Lakeshore preserve reduces hours, closes fire circles
To help slow the spread of COVID-19, the Lakeshore Nature Preserve is now open sunrise to sunset and fire circles have been closed. Read More
Grassland conservation crucial to success of bioenergy
Protecting these natural lands right here in the U.S. offers an opportunity to make meaningful strides toward climate change mitigation while also improving wildlife habitat, water quality, and the delivery of many other ecosystem services. Read More
Chancellor announces new action against racism
In a message to campus, Chancellor Blank shares how UW–Madison is responding to calls for greater equity and inclusion. Read More
Public Health Madison & Dane County releases new orders requiring face coverings
Effective on Monday, everyone age 5 and older will be required to wear a face covering or mask when in any enclosed building where other people, except for members of the person’s own household or living unit, could be present. Read More