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New Faculty Focus: Icy Zhang
"It sounds crazy that the temperature of the beverage you hand to someone at a party can potentially impact their cognition. However, it is true that our abstract thinking is influenced by our physical interactions in and with the environment."
Portage attracts residents, businesses, and workers after UniverCity partnership
The City of Portage worked with UniverCity Alliance as part of a partnership with Columbia County from 2021-24.
UW–Madison researchers use AI to identify sex-specific risks associated with brain tumors
UW–Madison researchers are using AI models to find patterns that could pinpoint characteristics that might help doctors forecast which tumors are likely to grow more quickly.
Updated information on student organization status
The Committee on Student Organizations (CSO) found Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP) of UW–Madison in violation of five organizational rules of conduct, stemming from actions related to the illegal encampment on Library Mall between April 29 and May 11, 2024.
New images of RSV may expose stubborn virus’s weak points
Using an imaging technique called cryo-electron tomography, A UW–Madison research lab has now revealed details of molecules and structures essential to RSV’s form and function.
From cattle farmer to college freshman: Bucky’s Pell Pathway eases the way
Emma Mason is one of about 1,150 new freshmen and transfer students this fall benefiting from Bucky’s Pell Pathway, now in its second year.
UW–Madison unveils strategic vision to boost entrepreneurship
The comprehensive plan outlined in the study aims to create a thriving entrepreneurial environment, leveraging the university's existing strengths and capabilities along with its ongoing commitment to fostering entrepreneurship across campus.
Phil Asbury named executive director of Student Financial Aid
Asbury will look to bolster the socioeconomic diversity of the student body at UW–Madison while leading national and international conversations on access to public higher education.
Great Lakes climate reporter to visit campus as fall Science Journalist in Residence
As a reporter for the online magazine Grist and Interlochen Public Radio in Michigan, Izzy Ross tells stories of how the Great Lakes are affected by climate change.
Media advisory: Hurricane Helene experts from UW–Madison available
Experts from UW–Madison are available for insight and analysis as cleanup from Hurricane Helene begins.
Maraniss shares insights with journalism class
Pulitzer Prize-winning Washington Post journalist and bestselling author David Maraniss answered questions from students and shared insights from his career during a Feature Storytelling class at College Library on Wednesday.
2024 winners: Cool Science Image Contest
The winning entries showcase the research, innovation, scholarship and curiosity of the UW–Madison community through traditional fine art techniques used to study the physics of interacting liquids, the surprising and beautiful results of chemical and geological processes, and new ways to manipulate and reveal biological processes.
Women’s rugby: Team spirit, physical challenge motivate players
“Learning a new sport, especially as intricate as rugby, can feel very confusing and like a lot of information, but I have learned the rugby community is so kind and understanding, and they make it a lot easier,” says one player.
Media advisory: Fall into autumn with experts from UW–Madison
Fall is officially here, and experts from UW–Madison are available to talk leaves and lawns. And leaves on lawns.
UW–Madison ranked 39th in nation by U.S. News
UW undergraduate programs received top 20 rankings in engineering, computer science, business, and economics, as well as in many subspecialties. The Wisconsin School of Business’s undergraduate real estate program was ranked first nationwide.
UW–Madison enrolls freshman class of 8,516, drawn from record number of applicants
UW remains a top destination for talented students from the state, the nation and the world, with a record-setting 65,933 applicants for this year’s fall freshman class.
Cultivate curiosity at the 14th annual Wisconsin Science Festival
All ages and interests are welcome to attend and engage with science through demonstrations, performances, nature hikes, pub talks and hands-on exhibitions.
UW’s 5 hottest certificates: Students seek skills with real-world value
Overall, more students are getting certificates, with 4,210 undergraduate certificates awarded in 2022-23, compared with 1,544 a decade earlier.
UW launches pharmacy-focused regional center to combat the opioid crisis
The center will reach out to and support community pharmacies around the region, getting much-needed tools into both urban and rural parts of Wisconsin.
UW-Madison launches search for new police chief
The chief of police is responsible for leading and overseeing all police department functions while building and maintaining strong relationships with campus stakeholders to address issues and foster community strength.