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Ongoing campus effort will seek to deepen understanding of Ho-Chunk history
A series of special events stretching through 2020 will focus campus attention on the history and traditions of the Ho-Chunk, the indigenous people whose ancestral homeland includes Teejop (Four Lakes), where UW–Madison now exists.
UW–Madison geneticist named science ambassador to girls and young women
Ahna Skop, a professor, artist and advocate for underrepresented students, has been selected for an initiative to further women in science by the American Association for the Advancement of Science.
New PharmD concentration focuses on rural health challenges
The aim is to train students to become accessible, knowledgeable health care professionals who can build strong relationships with patients in small communities.
LifeMatters strengthens employee assistance services
The Employee Assistance Office (EAO) has expanded its services to include around-the-clock access to professional counselors for UW–Madison employees and household members experiencing personal or work-related concerns.
2019 begins a new era for the UW Marching Band
The 300+ members of the UW Marching Band prepare for their first Badger Bash and Badger football game under the leadership of new band director Corey Pompey on Sept. 7, 2019.
A new era for the UW Marching Band
Beginning a new era in Badger Band history, the UW Marching Band takes to the field at Camp Randall Stadium under the leadership of band director Corey Pompey.
Campus FAQ: Hosting events featuring political candidates
Visits from political candidates can enhance the educational experience. Academic departments and student groups may host candidates provided they follow campus policies.
Tiny capsules packed with gene-editing tools offer alternative to viral delivery of gene therapy
Researchers at the University of Wisconsin–Madison have packed a gene-editing payload into a customizable, synthetic nanocapsule.
“Clamp” regulates message transfer between mammal neurons
A UW researcher has described a key component of the nervous system — the brake, or “clamp,” that prevents the fusion pore from completing its formation and opening.
UW–Madison rises to 13th best public college in U.S. News & World Report rankings
“UW–Madison has long had a reputation for excellence,” says Chancellor Rebecca Blank. “This ranking is one measure of the world-class education our faculty and staff provide students.”
UW-Madison statement on CMU nickname
UW-Madison only schedules competitions with schools that are not on the NCAA’s list of colleges and universities subject to the restrictions on the…
Three with campus ties rescue drowning man from Lake Mendota
A UW–Madison fraternity member, a campus employee, and an alumnus of the university are being credited with saving a 24-year-old man from drowning in Lake Mendota.
Machine learning and its radical application to severe weather prediction
In the last decade, artificial intelligence applications have exploded across various research sectors, including computer vision, communications and medicine. Now, the rapidly developing technology is making its mark in weather prediction.
UW South Madison Partnership Community Celebration promises food, family fun
The free, family-friendly event Sept. 12 is open to the entire community, and features a complimentary cookout, live DJ, free scoops from UW–Madison’s retro ice cream truck, games, prize giveaways and a special visit from Bucky Badger.
New nursing immersion program offers students meaningful, hands-on experience at respite camp
Nursing students in a new summer respite camp immersion course provided services for people with a broad spectrum of disabilities and practiced new nursing skills.
Statement on Friday climate change protest
Updated 9:50 a.m. UW–Madison responded to a Friday morning climate change protest at the corner of Park Street and University Avenue in which two protesters…
Seeking basic info on “basement rocks”
Geologist Esther Stewart makes a living poking around in the geologic basement beneath Wisconsin, which provides many clues to the land's history.
New UW–Madison school sets emphasis on computing, data fields
The School of Computer, Data & Information Sciences is “a chance to create a strong ecosystem of innovation, to create jobs and bring significant recognition to Wisconsin as a place where entrepreneurs thrive,” says director Tom Erickson.
Memorial Union steam whistle sets rhythm of summer evenings — and saves lives
While sunset is rarely a surprise, summer storms often are. That’s when the steam whistle shines.
New Faculty Focus: Allison Prasch
" I want my students to leave my classes with this skill—to be able to uncover how individuals and institutions use language (and other symbolic strategies) to move people toward action."