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Governor issues proclamation in honor of the Nelson Institute’s 50th anniversary
The institute, named for former governor, senator and Earth Day founder Gaylord Nelson, has worked to provide scientifically sound research on environmental challenges since 1970.
PharmD students launch Pegasus Health Apps to improve cancer care
The company has created a mobile app that would allow patients and their specialty pharmacies to track their oral chemotherapy treatment cycles and side effects, ensuring optimal management of their care.
Case of coronavirus confirmed at University Hospital
There is a confirmed case of coronavirus involving a person who recently traveled to China. This person is not a UW student and has not recently been on campus other than to report to University Hospital. Risk to the general public remains low.
Award recognizes TAs in wide-ranging fields
They’ve taught courses on urban geography, advanced Japanese, botany, contemporary moral issues and more, but these 15 graduate students all have one thing in common: excellence as teaching assistants. Meet the honorees of this year’s Campus-wide Teaching Assistant Awards.
Coronavirus: Update on travel and entry to the U.S.
The U.S. government has announced additional actions on coronavirus. This does not mean there is increased risk on campus. Here's what you need to know.
Coronavirus: Frequently asked questions
Here are answers to questions about Novel Coronavirus. There are no confirmed cases of it on campus or in the Madison community.
Dr. Amy Fiedler selected for Presidential Leadership Scholars Program
The program brings together a diverse network of 60 leaders from around the nation. Fiedler, a cardiac surgeon, is working on a leadership project for a cardia surgical unit in Rwanda.
Pharmacy students lead training to educate and empower Alzheimer’s caregivers
PharmD students in the Phi Lambda Sigma student organization are helping caregivers with in-person training that not only walks through some techniques for safe medication adherence and administration, but also where to find community resources for additional support and how to preserve their own wellbeing.
Blank’s Slate: Potential for collaboration statewide
Chancellor Rebecca Blank visited Eau Claire, Wausau, Stevens Point and Black River Falls this month, connecting with local leaders and alumni while touring major businesses and bringing a gift to the Ho-Chunk Nation.
Ada Deer, Kenneth Cole named Martin Luther King Jr. award honorees
Deer, a UW–Madison graduate and former instructor, was the first female tribal chair in Menomonee history and the first woman to head of the U.S. Bureau of Indian Affairs. Cole, also a UW–Madison graduate, is active in community building in Madison.
University Hospital among first to perform DCD heart transplant
The milestone transplant occurred Dec. 30 as part of a clinical trial involving five medical centers nationwide. The patient is recovering and doing well.
Access to Medicare increases cancer detection, reduces cancer mortality rate
Access to Medicare significantly affects detection of certain cancers and life expectancy following cancer diagnosis, according to a new study from the UW School of Medicine and Public Health.
Top limnology posts of the decade: warming, zebra mussels, algae
UW-Madison's Center for Limnology took a look back at its top posts from the past decade about the waters of Wisconsin and the world. Take a look.
Renewing our commitments on diversity and inclusion
The beginning of a new year offers an opportunity to create new resolutions and renew commitments we’ve made in the past. Last fall, a teachable moment around the student-produced Homecoming video reminded us that we must remain diligent to make diversity and inclusion a conscious decision in order to create a welcoming campus climate.
Opening the lid on food history
History of science alumna Anna Zeide has earned a James Beard Award for her book on the history of the American food industry through the emergence of commercial canned goods.
Storm Chaser: Can snow cover predict the impact of big storms?
UW-Madison researchers looked at weather patterns along the snow line, the place where snow cover gives way to bare ground, and found some intriguing patterns.
Plants may offer potential for new treatment of deadly disease
The Departments of Botany and Geography’s Ken Keefover-Ring had the right training to help analyze plant compounds that could someday slow prostate cancer.
Music industry mogul and alumna Allee Willis dies at 72
Allee Willis, a UW–Madison alumna and two-time Grammy winner with notable writing credits including the “Friends” theme song, has died, according to Willis’ longtime partner. She was 72.
Badgers fall to Stanford in NCAA Championship
The UW volleyball team wraps up one of the most successful seasons in program history, with a 27-7 record and a dramatic run through the NCAA tournament until falling in the final.
Badgers head to volleyball championship Saturday
The Wisconsin volleyball team moved past No. 1 Baylor to advance to its third national championship match in school history.