Campus news Latest News
UW-Madison helps launch national effort to increase college access and equity
The participating institutions will work within “clusters” of four to 12 institutions to implement innovative and effective practices to advance student success on their campuses. Read More
Birds’ eye view
See how many buildings you recognize in this gallery by University Communications photographer Bryce Richter, who captured stunning aerial views of Madison and the UW–Madison… Read More
Where the ocean meets the sky, chemists look for clues to our climate
Chemists at the University of Wisconsin–Madison are studying how our past, present and future climates are affected by a complex aerosol made up of seawater, air and bits of organic matter from the organisms that call the ocean home. Read More
It’s not a shock: Better bandage promotes powerful healing
The bandage developed by UW–Madison engineers leverages energy generated from a patient’s own body motions to apply gentle electrical pulses at the site of an injury. Read More
Biomanufacturing projects stepping out at UW–Madison
The Forward BIO Institute institute aims at making Wisconsin a Midwestern hub of the ongoing merger of pharmaceuticals, medical devices and cutting-edge tissue engineering. Read More
Five questions with Su-Chun Zhang, forger of brain cells
In light of the 20th anniversary of James Thomson’s derivation of human embryonic stem cells, we had some questions for one of the founders of stem cell neuroscience. Read More
Above it all
See how many buildings you recognize in this gallery by University Communications photographer Bryce Richter, who captured stunning aerial views of Madison and the UW–Madison campus from a helicopter on Oct. 23, 2018. Read More
Two UW–Madison professors named AAAS Fellows
Donata Oertel and Chang-Beom Eom are among 416 fellows recognized for their scientifically or socially distinguished efforts to advance science or its applications. Read More
Switching identities: Revolutionary insulator-like material also conducts electricity
The new material could lay the groundwork for ultrafast electronic devices, such as the cellphones and computers of the future. Most importantly, the material remained stable and retained its unique characteristics. Read More
Poll results: What’s your favorite time to see and hear the band?
Last week, the Wiscopinion poll asked, what’s your favorite time to see and hear the band? The halftime show and Fifth Quarter came out on top. Read More
Get Social: Badger attains emoji status; Leckrone’s final game
UW-Madison-related social media was dominated this week by something new — the badger emoji — and something not so new — retiring band director Michael Leckrone. Read More
For student commencement speaker, years of writing and performing lead to Kohl Center stage
Jamie Dawson, a seasoned spoken word artist and member of the First Wave program, has been chosen as the student speaker for winter commencement. Read More
Study calls for curbing congestion by building fewer roads
By funding public transportation, limiting parking and preserving the walkability of neighborhoods, a UW-based think tank argues, cities and states can reduce congestion generated by new development better than if they only plan for cars. Read More
Discovery opens new opportunities to slow or reverse MS
Nerve cells stripped of their insulation can no longer carry vital information, leading to the numbness, weakness and vision problems often associated with multiple sclerosis. A new study shows an overlooked source may be able to replace that lost insulation. Read More
CeO program to celebrate 25 years at Dec. 7 event
“We want to create an environment where anybody’s dreams can come true with hard work and the right mentorship," says CeO Director Claudia Mosley. Read More
#PartnersInGivingTuesday 2018
This is the final week of the Partners in Giving campaign — and this week happens to coincide with Giving Tuesday, a social media-inspired push toward charitable giving on the Tuesday following Thanksgiving. Looking for a way to give back? Check out this video message from Chief Kristen Roman and Dean Jeff Russell and learn why Partners in Giving is a great way to take part in Giving Tuesday. Read More
Peace Corps director to visit in honor of UW’s No. 1 ranking
Peace Corps Director Jody Olsen will travel to UW–Madison Nov. 28–30 to celebrate UW–Madison ranking first on Peace Corps’ Top Volunteer Producing Colleges and Universities list for the second year in a row. Read More
Leckrone’s final Fifth Quarter
The marching band's Fifth Quarter performance after Saturday's football game at Camp Randall had the usual singing, dancing and clapping, but there was an extra element this time: Tears. It was marching band director Michael Leckrone's final home football game after 50 years. Read More
NOAA listening session to focus on weather research, forecasting improvements
“It’s an honor to have NOAA leadership visiting campus,” says Associate Vice Chancellor Steve Ackerman. “It acknowledges our history and expertise in this area of science and recognizes that we have important contributions to make." Read More
Student to Student: 4 ways to recharge over Thanksgiving break on a budget
It feels like it never comes soon enough and always ends too soon, so it’s important to get the most out of Thanksgiving break. These four days off are what separate you from the final month of the semester, sure to be filled with final exams, marathon study sessions, 10-page essays, and class presentations. Read More