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Single mothers don’t delay marriage just to boost tax credit, study says
When the Earned Income Tax Credit was expanded in 1993, supporters hoped it would reward poor parents for working while critics feared that it might discourage single mothers from marrying or incentivize women to have more children to boost their tax refund.
Academic Staff Excellence Awards recognize nine outstanding professionals
Nine members of the University of Wisconsin–Madison’s academic staff are receiving recognition for their achievements in leadership, public service, research, teaching and overall excellence.
UW expands effort to serve advanced computing needs in research
If you’re conducting quantitative research at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, regardless of discipline, chances are there is a “next level” of discovery that could be unlocked through advanced computing.
Business school dean featured in business publication
François Ortalo-Magné, dean of the Wisconsin School of Business, was recently featured in the Dean’s Corner section of the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International) website.
Berquam, Sims: Our view on ‘UWNotFair’
In recent days we have heard about a new effort by an out-of-state group that plans to legally challenge UW–Madison’s admissions policies. We strongly disagree and want to share our views on this topic.
Finalists announced for vice provost and dean of international studies
The next leader of the University of Wisconsin–Madison’s Division of International Studies will be chosen from among two UW–Madison faculty members and one from the University of Iowa.
Scientists firm up origin of cold-adapted yeasts that make cold beer
As one of the most widely consumed and commercially important beverages on the planet, one would expect the experts to know everything there is to know about lager beer.
Student sustainability leader wins Udall scholarship
University of Wisconsin–Madison junior Colin Higgins has been selected as a 2014 Udall Scholar.
Four UW–Madison students receive Goldwater Scholarships
Each year, an American university may nominate only four undergraduates for a Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship, one of the most prestigious awards in the U.S. conferred upon undergraduates studying the sciences. So it is a particularly special honor that all four of the University of Wisconsin–Madison’s nominees have been selected to receive the scholarship.
UW-Madison encourages students to explore Summer Term
From Concerts on the Square and chemistry to farmers' markets and physics, the University of Wisconsin–Madison offers a unique combination of summer experiences. This year, the university is encouraging more students to explore all that Summer Term has to offer.
Wide range of student work on display at Undergraduate Symposium
Undergraduate achievements will be on full display as students from across the University of Wisconsin–Madison present their work at the 16th Annual Undergraduate Symposium Thursday, April 10, at Union South.
UW students take off with Badger Aviators
Badgers now have the chance to spread their wings and take off, thanks to a student organization dedicated to spreading awareness of aviation throughout campus.
Response from Provost Paul M. DeLuca, Jr. on UW–Madison admissions practices
Provost Paul M. DeLuca, Jr. issued the following statement on Monday, April 7 in response to inquiries about UW–Madison’s approach to diversity and admissions from…
Conference to address media minefields in surveillance and security issues
The Center for Journalism Ethics at the University of Wisconsin–Madison will address the issues facing 21st-century journalism in a world of Wikileaks, NSA sweeps, corporate cooperation, drones and data mining, at its sixth annual conference.
“Your Inner Fish,” with strong UW connections, premieres on PBS
A University of Wisconsin–Madison professor wants to help more people get to know their ancestors.
Cosmic events jump from the screen in 3-D at WID
Located deep within the ice at the South Pole, the IceCube Neutrino Observatory watches for traces of the mysterious neutrino, a subatomic messenger from the cosmos that lends a greater understanding of far away events in the universe.
Arboretum’s seed-cleaning volunteers far from dormant during cold months
The rhythms of nature time the sprouting of seeds with a litany of cues — physical and chemical changes brought on by fire and frost and even the teeth and acid of a browsing animal’s digestion.