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UW-Madison graduate programs ranked high by U.S. News & World Report

March 15, 2016

Several programs are ranked among the nation’s best in the 2017 edition of the magazine's “Best Graduate Schools.”

Travel tips: Reduce your risk of contracting Zika virus

March 15, 2016

Traveling abroad for spring break or work? It’s always important to stay aware of mosquito-borne illnesses, but this year one virus has people more worried than…

Fish-eyed lens cuts through the dark

March 14, 2016

The artificial eyes created by UW–Madison engineers could help search-and-rescue robots or surgical scopes make dim surroundings seem bright as day.

UW-Madison recognizes Hilldale Award winners

March 10, 2016

For nearly 30 years, remarkable faculty have been singled out by their peers for their distinguished contributions to teaching, research and service.

Computer science program aims to make technology open to all

March 9, 2016

Wisconsin Emerging Scholars-Computer Sciences (WES-CS) provides a challenging, collaborative environment that helps recruit a broader cross section of UW students to the field of computer science.

Congratulations, Coach

March 9, 2016

Greg Gard, left, talks with Jim and Pauline Nedelcoff after being named the 16th head coach of the Wisconsin Badgers men's basketball team Tuesday. Gard began his career under Coach Nedelcoff at Southwestern High School in Hazel Green, Wis.

High Throughput Computing helps LIGO confirm Einstein’s last unproven theory

March 8, 2016

A software program pioneered at UW–Madison churned away in the background, helping analyze data from billions of particle collisions.

Three deans reappointed after 5-year reviews

March 8, 2016

Every five years of their tenure, deans of the university’s schools and colleges undergo a comprehensive review to assess their academic and administrative leadership and performance.

UW-Madison revamps summer experience with scholarships

March 8, 2016

In an effort to enrich the college experience and help students stay on track toward graduation, UW–Madison is encouraging them to consider Summer Term.

Six appointed to WARF professorships

March 8, 2016

The Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation named professorships include $75,000 in research support from WARF over five years.

Trey Duffy returns to Madison as interim director of McBurney Center

March 8, 2016

As Cathy Trueba moves into a newly created role as the university’s director of compliance, the center, which provides disability resources, will remain in trusted hands.

Oscar win puts Badger alum in ‘Spotlight’

March 8, 2016

Nicole Rocklin was one of the producers of the movie "Spotlight," which won Best Picture at the 88th annual Academy Awards on Feb. 28.

UW spinoff tracks weightlifter safety, performance

March 7, 2016

WeightUp is a unique weightlifter monitoring system that not only counts reps, but also can detect sloppy form that can undermine the benefits of lifting.

Chancellor Blank statement on Bo Ryan

March 5, 2016

In February 2015, the University of Wisconsin–Madison received allegations related to the possible misuse of university resources and personal conduct of former Head Basketball Coach…

Great People Scholarship program raises $44 million to help low-income students

March 4, 2016

Since its launch, the program has provided more than 1,900 students with crucial financial assistance.