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Two Medical Faculty Win Shaw Scientist Awards
Two faculty in the UW–Madison Medical School will receive 1997 Shaw Scientist Awards, given annually to promising young scientists by the Milwaukee Foundation.
Space Expert Argues for Human Trips to Mars
Robert Zurbin, an international authority on space propulsion and exploration, will be at UW–Madison Thursday, April 24, to discuss the potential of sending humans to Mars.
Colonial Williamsburg Textile Curator To Speak at UW–Madison
Linda Baumgarten, curator of textiles at Colonial Williamsburg, will present 'A New Look at Old Textiles.'
UW Conference To Explore Role of Arts in Education
Meaningful roles for the arts in education will be the focus of a conference April 24 and 25 at the University of Wisconsin–Madison.
UW Latinas Marching ‘Unidas Across Society’s Borders’ at Conference
Representatives from such diverse disciplines as psychiatry, nursing, literature and more will tackle such issues as depression, eating disorders and cultural identity at a special conference.
Friends of Libraries Host Children’s-Book Author
Author Nancy Willard, a lecturer in English at Vassar College, will give the keynote address for the Friends of the UW–Madison Libraries annual meeting on Wednesday, April 23.
Professors Help High School, UW Center Students Envision Engineering Careers
Two engineering professors at UW–Madison want to give students an earlier picture of engineering careers through partnerships with state high schools and UW Center campuses.
McSweeney To Head School of Natural Resources
Soil scientist Kevin McSweeney has been named the new director of the School of Natural Resources at the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences, University of Wisconsin–Madison.
Earth Week Mobilizes Campus
From farming talks to marshland tours, students are organizing green opportunities to recognize Earth Week.
Lerner Explains ‘Why History Matters’ in Series of Talks
Gerda Lerner, one of the founders of women's studies scholarship, will sum up her life and work in a series of discussions in Madison, marking publication of her new book.
Three New Theater Productions Draw Audiences from Area Schools
A veritable parade of visitors from area schools will join other audiences in seeing the University of Wisconsin–Madison theatrical presentations.
Directory of Summer Teacher Education Programs Available
A new directory of teacher education programs offered at the University of Wisconsin–Madison during summer sessions has just been published.
Quantum Dots:’ The Finish Line in High-Speed Computing?
In the full-throttle quest to make smaller, faster and better computer chips, engineer Max Lagally is exploring what may be the final frontier: Building them one atom at a time.
Resolution in Support of Diversity Clears Faculty Senate
Diversity issues continue to dominate the discussions of the Faculty Senate.
Advising Program Celebrates 30 Years of Assisting Challenged Students
University of Wisconsin–Madison senior Cynthia Delcourt remembers the midpoint of her first semester on campus, when a “tidal wave” of assigned papers, readings and…
‘Women on Boards’ Seminar To Take Place May 7-8
Professionals who run boards, serve on boards or want to serve on boards are invited to attend a special seminar on corporate governance at Milwaukee's University Club May 7-8.
Engineer Explores Pollution-Fighting Materials
Ceramic brings to mind the simple stuff of plates and pottery, yet it may work wonders in the complex world of environmental cleanup, from filtering pollution to degrading hazardous chemicals.
New Vaccine Blocks Viral Entry in Cattle, May Have Implications for Human Vaccines
Geoffrey Letchworth, a virologist in the Department of Animal Health and Biomedical Sciences, has developed such an experimental vaccine for bovine herpes virus 1 (BHV-1).
Five Receive Classified-Employee Honors
Five employees have been honored by being named winners of the 1997 Classified Employee Recognition Awards.
State Budget Falls Short for Construction
Construction of a new Pharmacy building on campus and the addition of needed utilities at UW–Madison could be delayed under Gov. Tommy Thompson's capital budget for 1997-99.