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Tommy Thompson takes office as UW System President, seeks feedback
"We believe in helping more state residents earn college degrees, and we are dedicated to opening the doors of the university to talented students from families all across Wisconsin," Thompson says. Read More
Introducing the Sandra Rosenbaum School of Social Work
The gift, the largest in the school’s history, is another way for Joel Berman, the founder and former CEO of Iatric Systems, a healthcare technology company, to honor his love for and life with Sandra Rosenbaum. Read More
Phase 2 returns more research activity to campus
Phase 2 continues a gradual expansion of research activities while ensuring we continue to follow guidelines to minimize the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More
PhD candidate Xiao wins fellowship for work in Lagos
Allen Xiao spent 15 months in Lagos, Nigeria, collecting more than 100 life stories, and then conducting follow-up interviews and even visiting their hometowns and going to social events with his subjects. Read More
The UW Now Livestream: The Future of Consumer Behavior
The pandemic has changed consumer spending habits practically overnight. In this live event, Wisconsin School of Business Professor Evan Polman and SOHE consumer psychologist Nancy Wong explore the future of retail. Read More
Facing supply chain challenges, meat science program donates surplus pork
Facing supply chain challenges due to COVID-19, the UW-Madson meat science program is partnering with Vita Plus to distribute surplus pork to local food pantries in Wisconsin. Read More
How has the pandemic affected real estate?
The U.S. residential and commercial real estate markets are prone to fluctuation in the face of crises, but the impacts imposed by COVID-19 have differed from those in previous economic downturns, like the great recession and 9/11, says Mark Eppli of the Wisconsin School of Busines. Read More
Terrace to reopen June 22, with new rules
The Terrace will reopen on June 22, but with new rules to keep everyone safe. The Terrace will be by reservation only to ensure everyone is safe and socially-distanced. Read More
UW partnering with state on COVID-19 population health studies
The first study, led by UW–Madison's Survey of the Health of Wisconsin (SHOW), will determine the prevalence of COVID-19 antibodies throughout the state. Another will test wastewater for signs of the virus. Read More
“Smart Restart” plan will guide campus reopening in fall
Students will return to campus as scheduled on Sept. 2 for the start of fall classes. To ensure a “Smart Restart” amid the COVID-19 pandemic, we are developing a comprehensive plan for resuming campus activities. Read More
Chancellor Blank’s reopening message to campus
After much deliberation and input from public health experts and all corners of campus, we can announce our plans to welcome students back to campus this fall as scheduled on September 2, with many modifications to protect the health and safety of our campus community. Read More
The UW Now Livestream: Mental health and well-being amid crisis
The mental and emotional toll of the last few months has been uniquely exhausting. What effect does this have on our overall well-being? Two renowned UW mental health experts weigh in in this Tuesday event. Read More
UWPD shares its commitment to action
In response to questions about police policies and procedures, alignment with #8cantwait standards, and other best practices, UWPD has compiled a resource for our community and is sharing its commitment to action. Read More
Diversity and inclusion a priority for new Letters & Science dean
"We can be a whole lot better and I think we can be national leaders in how a large, research 1 university – in a state where the demographics are not all that diverse – attracts, recruits, retains and excels and propels members from all kinds of backgrounds to success." Read More
Environmental DNA shows promise in estimating sport fish populations
eDNA could help fisheries managers keep tabs on walleye health across many more lakes at a fraction of the cost of current monitoring methods. Read More
Libraries launch ‘Pickup by Appointment’ service
The Pickup by Appointment service offers the opportunity to begin accessing some of the libraries' physical collections through a low-contact, health-conscious method. Read More
Libraries Launch “Pickup by Appointment” Service
On June 15th, campus libraries are launching a “Pickup by Appointment Service.” The service offers the opportunity to begin accessing some of our physical collections… Read More
UW MadScience: Addressing racism, equity and diversity in science and academia
On June 10, researchers and academics around the world are undertaking deliberate efforts to challenge systemic anti-Black racism. The UWMadScience blog is observing the call to action and sharing resources for listening, education and reflection. Read More
UW Health dermatologist researching ‘COVID Toes’ in children
Researchers are studying how the skin condition referred to as “COVID toes” is a connected to the virus; whether it is symptom of a COVID-19 infection or an immune response to the virus. Read More
A tribute to Sherry Wagner-Henry
Sherry Wagner-Henry, director of the Bolz Center for Arts Administration at the Wisconsin School of Business, died May 30. For more than 25 years, she served as a leader in nonprofit, arts, cultural, and humanities-based centers in higher education. Read More