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Today is the last day to register to vote online
March 30 is the deadline to register to vote online for the April 7 election. With voters being encouraged to vote online during the COVID-19 crisis, now's the time to take action.
Self-quarantine instructions for students
Dear students, I am reaching out to all UW–Madison students who traveled over Spring Break with an urgent health announcement. University Health Services (UHS) has…
Message on course grading policy for Spring 2020
Recognizing that our lives have been significantly impacted by COVID-19, our grading and credit policies must adapt. As a result, we are announcing a special Pass/Fail grading option during the Spring 2020 semester.
UW-Madison COVID-19 experts available: Food safety, finances, more
Numerous experts from the University of Wisconsin–Madison are available to discuss the impact of COVID-19 and provide tips and information helping people navigate the challenges to their daily lives.
Message on course grading policy for Spring 2020
UPDATE: On Wednesday, April 1, Provost Karl Scholz issued an update announcing that students may choose to convert their letter grade in any course to one…
Virtual town hall for faculty & staff
To the Asian and Asian American faculty and staff members of UW–Madison and allies: I am writing to reaffirm our commitment to a welcoming and…
Tenure clock extensions for faculty
Given the unprecedented challenges we face due to the COVID-19 crisis, it is unreasonable to expect that all assistant professors are able to make normal…
Deleting a gene prevents Type 1 diabetes in mice by disguising insulin-producing cells
The cellular sleight of hand, says biomolecular chemist Feyza Engin, may also suggest ways to prevent other diseases in which the immune system targets the body’s own cells.
Update on parking payroll deductions
Thank you for your patience and understanding during these unprecedented times for our campus community. Many people have questioned how fees for parking permits and other UW Transportation Services products (bus pass, bike locker and cage rental) will be addressed for the time campus is reduced to essential personnel only.
Statement on community respect and support
University administration officials issue a statement on community respect and hold a virtual town hall on Thursday, March 26 at 4 p.m. CDT.
On, Wisconsin at home: Ways to enjoy art and music while social distancing
You can enjoy art, music and more posted on UW–Madison websites. Virtual attractions include the Chazen Museum of Art and the Badger Band.
Survey: Many still find it hard to stay home during pandemic, worry about mental health during isolation
Most people are motivated to physically separate themselves from others to help stop the spread of coronavirus, a UW survey shows, but obligations to work and family and mental health concerns make staying apart a challenge.
Safer at Home order from Governor Evers
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services, at the direction of Governor Tony Evers issued a “Safer at Home” Governor’s Order today to help prevent the further spread of COVID-19 in Wisconsin.
New master’s degree in health informatics meets industry need
The degree provides students with the experience and foundation they need to create innovative solutions aimed at improving current health care practices. Upon graduation, they should be prepared to make data-driven decisions in health policy, data security and clinical practice.
Campus update on student hourly workers
UW-Madison is offering income continuation to federal work-study students and all student hourly employees for the week of March 23 payable on April 9 (March B pay date) and the week of March 30, payable on April 23 (April A pay date).
University Housing move-out ends
In response to Governor Evers' stay-at-home executive order, University Housing has ended residence hall move-out. Find more information about move-out, storage of personal items and related topics.
Mail and package delivery on campus modified
Campus is currently open to essential personnel only. Access to campus buildings is now restricted to consolidate essential services, maintain security, and support social distancing for…
Campus events and travel cancelled
In an effort to protect the health and safety of our university members in light of the continued spread of COVID-19 worldwide, UW–Madison is updating travel and event policies.
UW–Madison engineers, local manufacturers race pandemic to protect healthcare workers
The group has built prototypes and launched a website where it's encouraging healthcare facilities, manufacturers and donors to fill out an intake form to help assess need and build more connections while production capacity is rapidly expanded.
Chancellor Blank: Thank you for your tireless efforts
Chancellor Blank thanks faculty and instructors: 'Spring “break” is over, we’re in the last half of the semester, and the world looks very different than it did just a few weeks ago. I want to take this opportunity, as we resume classes, to say “thank you” for the tireless work each of you is doing to ensure that we can successfully complete the academic year.'