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Destination Troy: UW experts in classics, physics, and more will explore the ancient site

March 11, 2013

Beginning this year, UW scholars will launch a broad, interdisciplinary expedition to the ancient site of Troy and deploy a suite of powerful, new scientific techniques to wring more information from artifacts and the very ground of Troy itself. Read More

Guest column from the chancellor: Online courses will extend the UW–Madison experience to more students

March 5, 2013

by UW–Madison Interim Chancellor David Ward, guest columnist for the Wisconsin State. Read More

Women in parts of rural America face worsening mortality rates

March 5, 2013

A new University of Wisconsin–Madison analysis uncovered a startling fact: Women’s mortality rates in almost 43 percent of American counties actually got worse during the 15 years ending in 2006. Read More

Registration open for the 32nd Annual Crazylegs Classic April 27

March 5, 2013

Plan now to participate in one of the most anticipated springtime events to take place in downtown Madison. The 32nd annual Crazylegs Classic 8K run and 2-mile walk will be held Saturday, April 27, at 10 a.m. from the Capitol Square in Madison. Read More

Four chancellor finalists announced

February 21, 2013

University of Wisconsin System President Kevin P. Reilly has announced four finalists who are being considered for the position of chancellor at UW–Madison. Read More

From Washington to Obama, a look at the U.S. presidency

February 19, 2013

Compared to President Barack Obama, George Washington had it rough. No executive staff, no modern dental care, and the preferred method of treatment for a throat infection (which killed the nation’s first president) was removing pints of ‘tainted’ blood from the patient. Read More

Eric Sandgren: Cat research, after all the drama

February 18, 2013

From Washington to Obama, a look at the U.S. presidency

February 14, 2013

Demand grows for economics major

February 14, 2013

Stress is underreported in parents of children with cancer

February 8, 2013

Demand grows for Economics major

February 6, 2013

Student Employment: VIP is Now Hiring!

January 30, 2013

Combination pill could be cost effective in preventing heart disease

January 15, 2013

A single combination pill could reduce cardiovascular disease and stroke in Latin Americans by up to 21 percent at a cost of about $35 per quality adjusted life year gained, according to a study led by a University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health research team. Read More

UW Health selected as Accountable Care Organization in Medicare

January 10, 2013

UW Health has been selected as one of 106 new Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs) in Medicare, ensuring as many as 4 million Medicare beneficiaries across the United States now have access to high-quality, coordinated care, Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Kathleen Sebelius announced today. Read More

Teaching and Learning Symposium seeks ideas

January 8, 2013

The annual Teaching and Learning Symposium provides a chance to share best practices, celebrate accomplishments and discuss new learning and teaching practices and theories in a forum dedicated to enriching the UW–Madison learning experience. Read More

Registration open for Cycle for Sight fundraiser

January 3, 2013

Fight blinding diseases and get some exercise in the middle of Wisconsin winter! You can do both by registering an indoor cycling team for the annual Cycle for Sight Fundraiser. Read More

Three thorns: Badger rally comes up short in Pasadena

January 1, 2013

Although Stanford didn't score many style points in the 99th Rose Bowl, the Cardinal could celebrate because they didn't let Wisconsin score any points at all after halftime. Wisconsin's 20-14 loss was the third straight in the New Year's Day game. Read More

UW Hospital and Clinics purchases Best Western InnTowner Hotel

December 28, 2012

The Best Western InnTowner Hotel near UW Hospital and Clinics has been purchased by the hospital to provide a new patient-and-family centered resource for regional patients. Read More

Increased medical and social support needed to reduce black infant mortality

December 27, 2012

The mortality rate for black and white infants in Dane County was just about equal from 2004 until 2007. However, black infant deaths rose from 2008 to 2010 while the mortality rate for white babies remained steady. Read More

Badgers find ‘right fit’ for football coach in Andersen

December 20, 2012

The first time that Gary Andersen showed up on Barry Alvarez's radar was during Utah State's near-upset of Auburn in the 2011 opener. Despite being a three-touchdown favorite, the Tigers, defending national champions, had to rally from a 10-point deficit in the final 3:38 to escape with a 42-38 win. Read More