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Racine student receives prestigious Truman Scholarship
Jonathan R. Welch, a senior from Racine pursuing an individual major in health and society, is one of 79 university students from across the nation who have been selected as 1999 Truman Scholars. Read More
Ping Chong lecture: Vampires, doppelgangers and aliens
Performance artist Ping Chong will present an illustrated lecture this evening about his work. The talk is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. tonight at the Margaret H'Doubler Performing Space, Lathrop Hall, 1050 University Ave. Read More
Impulse buying still prevails in grocery stores
Two university professors have found that consumers are shopping much as they did 30 years ago: Whether shoppers have lists or not, impulse buying represents the majority of purchases. Read More
Teaching from Twain to Twinkies
Dale Bauer, professor of English and women's studies, keeps her students tuned in to her Major American Novelists course with innovative approaches like Jeopardy Day and Groundhog Day. Read More
Symposium to be held on diversity in law teaching”
The UW–Madison Law School will host a symposium on Diversity in Law Teaching this weekend, in conjunction with the celebration of the 25th anniversary of William H. Hastie Fellowship Program. Read More
Three finalists named for engineering dean post
A search committee recommended to Chancellor David Ward on Friday (April 23) three finalists for dean of the UW–Madison College of Engineering. Read More
Eugene Cameron, expert on minerals, lunar samples, dies
Funeral services are scheduled Saturday, April 24, for Eugene N. Cameron, an authority on economic geology and a pioneer of optical methods for the study of minerals, including those returned to Earth from the moon by the Apollo astronauts. Read More
Forums planned on campus natural areas
The UW Arboretum Committee Planning Task Force on Campus Natural Areas plans to hold several forums for campus and public input on planning for the campus natural areas. Read More
Environmental news from UW–Madison
In recognition of Earth Day, here are some examples of UW–Madison research that focuses on environmentally friendly practices. Read More
Fertilizer run-off threatens long-term balance of lakes
Fertilizer run-off threatens long-term balance of lakes" A new university study of what happens to all the agricultural run-off pouring into Lake Mendota suggests it could literally take centuries for the lake to regain its natural chemical balance. Read More
Journalism school to honor distinguished alumni
Journalists at the forefront of print and broadcast media, public information and mass communications education will be honored Friday, April 23 by the School of Journalism and Mass Communication. Read More
Honor society to induct 125 high-achieving students
The UW–Madison chapter of the nation's leading honorary society, Phi Beta Kappa, will induct 125 students Saturday, April 24. Read More
Barnett lectures on upcoming Israeli elections tonight
Michael Barnett, chair of the UW–Madison International Relations Program, will lecture on the upcoming Israeli elections and how they may affect the peace process in the Middle East. Read More
‘Passions prevail’ in modern dance performance
Two guest artists from New York, Sean Curran and Pat Catterson, headline the UW Dance Program's spring faculty concert. 'When Passions Prevail' is scheduled April 22-24 at 8 p.m. in the Margaret H'Doubler Performance Space, Lathrop Hall. Read More
Art students create ‘Chairs for Chairity’
Among the 40 artists presenting original chairs for auction at the Madison Art Center's first-ever "Chairs for Chairity" fundraiser Thursday, April 22, will be 21 UW–Madison art students and their instructor, Jim Dietz. Read More
WAA ‘Day on Campus’ May 7 at Monona Terrace
The Wisconsin Alumni Association's 39th annual "Day on Campus." includes continuing education presentations by six UW–Madison professors, a luncheon, and the opportunity to participate in the last day of the Chancellor's International Convocation. Read More
Four UW–Madison faculty receive Hilldale Awards
Four UW–Madison faculty members have been chosen to receive this year's Hilldale Awards for major achievements in teaching, research and service. Read More
Tech training program for students launched
The Division of Information Technology plans to train up to 85 undergraduates in a unique program this summer. Read More
Alumni University begins accepting enrollees
The 10th annual Alumni University June 21-25 affords alumni, faculty and staff the opportunity to return to the classroom once more to learn from UW–Madison faculty and emeritus professors. Read More
Teaching and learning technology symposium scheduled
A new symposium called 'Teaching and Learning with Technology: Progress and Prospects' is scheduled May 27-28 at Grainger Hall. Read More