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Online chat: Graduate School reaches out to prospective applicants
October 12, 2011The Graduate School is once again gearing up to host an online chat on the topic “High Impact Application: Making an Impression with your Graduate School Application."
Moynihan elected fellow of the National Academy of Public Administration
October 12, 2011University of Wisconsin–Madison public affairs professor Donald Moynihan has been elected a fellow of the National Academy of Public Administration, one of the youngest members to be elected since Congress chartered the academy in 1967.
Ladson-Billings honored as AERA’s 2011 Brown Lecturer
October 12, 2011Leaders of the American Educational Research Association (AERA) have honored Gloria Ladson-Billings, a professor in the University of Wisconsin–Madison's Department of Curriculum and Instruction, by selecting her to give the eighth annual Brown Lecture in Education.
UW–Madison Homecoming parade street closures
October 12, 2011Several street closures will be in effect during the Homecoming parade near the University of Wisconsin–Madison campus on Friday, Oct. 14.
Oscar Rennebohm Foundation made $1 million gift to School of Nursing near spring game
October 12, 2011The secret is out. The Oscar Rennebohm Foundation made its second $1 million gift to the University of Wisconsin–Madison School of Nursing in advance of the Badgers' spring football game.
Gamoran testifies before House subcommittee Oct. 12
October 11, 2011Adam Gamoran, director of the Wisconsin Center for Education Research at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, will testify before the House Subcommittee on Research and Science Education on Wednesday, Oct. 12 at 9 a.m. Central time.
Intel official to deliver Denton Distinguished Lecture
October 11, 2011Genevieve Bell, Intel Fellow and director of interaction and experience research at Intel Corp., will deliver the Denice D. Denton Distinguished Lecture at the University of Wisconsin–Madison on Monday, Oct. 24.
Medical foods for PKU diet enter phase II clinical trials
October 11, 2011Mealtimes aren't quite as enjoyable for people with phenylketonuria (PKU) as they are for the rest of us. Those with this genetic disorder have to get their protein by drinking a foul-tasting amino acid "formula." At the same time, they must avoid natural proteins - eschewing burgers, ice cream and even regular bread - because they lack the enzyme needed to process phenylalanine, one of the 19 amino acids that comprise protein.
‘Stories on the Hill’ uses app to tell tales
October 11, 2011In the Year of the Wisconsin Idea, a two-part event at historic University of Wisconsin–Madison locations will meld the storytelling traditions of the past with new ways of telling tales.
Bird song app identifies feathered friends by tweets
October 11, 2011Squinting into wind-blown trees and bushes is for the birds, especially if it’s the birds you're looking for.
You did it! Bucky Challenge earns nearly $20,000 for scholarships
October 11, 2011UW–Madison and the Wisconsin Alumni Association have a message for the campus community of social media users: You have accomplished something historic.
Charitable campaign counts on generosity of public employees
October 11, 2011Volunteers who conduct Dane County’s largest workplace charitable campaign are counting on co-workers to open their hearts and wallets this fall even as they pay significantly more toward their own health care and retirement benefits.
American Chemical Society honors UW–Madison professors
October 11, 2011Four UW–Madison professors have won awards from the American Chemical Society in recognition of research excellence.
Gabe Javier: Sharing stories to help others share their own
October 11, 2011Since arriving in August, Gabe Javier, assistant dean of students and director of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) Campus Center, has hit the ground running.
Forum participants spend day discussing diversity issues
October 11, 2011As an expert in educational practice and policy as it relates to diverse student populations, Pedro Noguera summarized the nation’s dilemma repeatedly in his address to more than 500 participants at the annual UW–Madison Diversity Forum, held Oct. 6.
Birdseye view of Wisconsin’s past wins governor’s award
October 11, 2011A popular website that draws from tens of thousands of rare aerial photographs of Wisconsin will receive the 2011 Governor’s Award for Archival Innovation from the Wisconsin Historical Records Advisory Board.
Vice chancellor named to task force studying UW System
October 10, 2011The membership of a task force to study the UW System’s structure and possible administrative flexibilities was completed Monday when Gov. Scott Walker named its final two members, including UW–Madison Vice Chancellor Darrell Bazzell.
Celebrate “Wisconsin Alumni Association Day” on Oct. 14
October 10, 2011If you live in Chicago, Minneapolis, Madison, Milwaukee - or anywhere in Wisconsin - Friday is a perfect day to thank a Badger.
Wall Street economist to speak on campus
October 10, 2011University of Wisconsin–Madison alumnus Stephen S. Roach, Ph.D, one of Wall Street's most influential economists, will visit campus this week to address the topic of "Pitfalls in a Post-Crisis World: Moment of Truth for Global Rebalancing."
Building a new cadre of science faculty, center makes next big leap
October 10, 2011The national experiment to develop a new generation of college science and engineering faculty, one equipped to excel in the classroom as well as the lab, is about to shift into high gear.