Category Society & Culture

Go Big Read invites works of art and creative writing inspired by ‘Enrique’s Journey’

December 22, 2011

“Enrique’s Journey,“ this year’s Go Big Read selection, sparked discussion and reflection across campus and the greater community. Now the book by Pulitzer Prize-wining author Sonia Nazario, will serve as an inspiration for works of art readers from UW–Madison and across Dane County create during the long winter break.

Recent sighting: UW Mad Gaffers Holiday Glass Sale

December 20, 2011

Patrons browse a selection of glass artwork offered for sale during the annual UW Mad Gaffers Holiday Glass Sale at the glass lab at…

Public humanities project proves literacy isn’t limited to the page

December 12, 2011

The American teenager, once shy, bubbles over with questions for a young Senegalese classmate. Why did his mother leave him? Did he ever see her again? As the young man responds, the two begin using each other's first names.

CAVE of wonders: Exhibit pushes the boundaries of art, collaboration

December 9, 2011

In the year since the Wisconsin Institutes for Discovery opened at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, its resident researchers have gotten comfortable in their innovative new spaces.

UW–Madison a cappella group to sing at White House

December 6, 2011

UW–Madison’s men’s a cappella group the MadHatters will perform at the White House Dec. 7.

Exhibition celebrates the music, art and culture of Ghana

November 30, 2011

"In Ghana, textiles are absolutely integrated into every part of life," says Mary Hark. "You're bombarded with music and textile, color and pattern, while walking down the street."

Verona students take the stage with UW–Madison’s Wind Ensemble

November 29, 2011

For some Verona Area High School students, their next concert may offer a taste of their future.

José Madera: Keeping a Latin beat

November 29, 2011

By day, you’ll find him in Bascom Hall, but in José Madera’s spare time, he’s often with MadiSalsa, a music ensemble dedicated to bringing the diversity of Latin music to the Midwest.

Grad student Jennifer Conrad sees the beast in us all

November 29, 2011

While many people may not see themselves reflected when they look into the eyes of a dog or cat, when Jennifer Conrad sees an animal, she sees its connection to humanity.

Schoenfield composition highlights second Pro Arte Quartet concert

November 15, 2011

Google the word “freilach” and you will find that it means “happy” or “joyful,” especially in relationship to music. American composer Paul Schoenfield says the Yiddish word also describes his recently composed “Three Rhapsodies for Piano Quintet,” commissioned by the UW Pro Arte Quartet as part of its 100-year anniversary celebration currently underway.

Wisconsin Singers to perform Nov. 18

November 7, 2011

The University of Wisconsin–Madison's renowned Wisconsin Singers will perform "Starstruck!" - the group's newest show - on Friday, Nov. 18, at 7:30 p.m. at the Overture Center.

University Housing to launch Creative Arts and Design Community

November 4, 2011

The Arts Institute and University Housing at UW–Madison next fall will launch a residential learning community for students interested in creative disciplines including art, dance, design, engineering, fashion, film, music, theatre and computer science.

Artists and libraries unite in innovative student project

November 3, 2011

Merging organizational savvy and community outreach, three students in the School of Library and Information Studies (SLIS) have created a resource to connect artists, libraries and the people who love them.

Percussion groups from South Korea, U.S. perform at Mills Hall

November 1, 2011

The Guest Artist Series at the School of Music presents the Academy Percussion Ensemble from South Korea and the U.S.-based Galaxy Percussion Group on Sunday, Nov. 6 at 2 p.m. in Mills Hall.

Stew brings passion, energy to classroom

October 27, 2011

Stew - just Stew - walks into the classroom in black clothes, red sneakers and a battered straw hat. He carries a guitar case, as if arriving at a coffee shop stage instead of a lecture.

CD released with work of music professor

October 27, 2011

“C’e la Luna Questa Sera?”, a work by Laura Schwendinger, professor of Composition in the School of Music, is featured on a newly released Cedille CD, “Notable Women,” with the Lincoln Trio.

Treasured campus murals conserved for future generations

October 25, 2011

Art conservators are painstakingly preserving a set of historic, wall-size John Steuart Curry works surrounded by the gutted and rebuilt Biochemistry Building on Henry Mall.

Adding poetry, rhythm and music to the Wisconsin Book Festival

October 20, 2011

Some of the best known names in poetry and hip-hop, from Sonia Sanchez and Danny Simmons to the latest members of the First Wave Hip Hop Theater Ensemble, will take the words of the Wisconsin Book Festival to the next level with poetry, rhythm and music.

UW Opera costume designers make good singers look great

October 20, 2011

In the UW Opera costume shop, fashion history, stage blocking, vocal technique, sewing mastery and tight budgets come together in an ever-moving buzz.

Wisconsin Book Festival author is world traveler, UW–Madison dad

October 19, 2011

Acclaimed author André Aciman, who will present a Wisconsin Book Festival talk on Thursday, is eagerly awaiting his visit to UW–Madison, where he has strong family ties.