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Artists, scientists collaborate on exhibit focusing on ecological change
April 11, 2011In the popular imagination, the thought processes of artists and scientists could hardly be more distinct. And yet a year-long collaboration of lake scientists and artists from northern Wisconsin has engaged both sides of the "divide" in understanding and communicating the changing ecology in one of the world's densest group of lakes - in the northern highlands of Wisconsin.
Undergraduate Symposium is a mix of new and old traditions
April 11, 2011Since 1999, undergraduates have been given the chance to showcase their original research and achievements through the Undergraduate Symposium. Honoring the work of talented students, the symposium offers a chance for campus and the greater community to see students' research, art exhibits and performances.
MSC, LGBT CC director finalists announced
April 11, 2011The Division of Student Life has announced finalists for two positions within the division: the Director of the Multicultural Student Center (MSC) and the Director of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Campus Center (LGBT CC).
Community and regional food systems study gets a boost from USDA
April 11, 2011A University of Wisconsin–Madison study aimed at a better understanding of the ways to successfully develop sustainable local and regional food systems received a big boost this week (Monday, April 11) in the form of a $5 million grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA).
Curiosities: Is global warming evident in temperature records and warming winters?
April 11, 2011Indeed, and winter is actually warming faster than summer in Wisconsin, says Ankur Desai, an assistant professor of atmospheric and oceanic sciences at the…
Insights gained from growing cold-causing virus on sinus tissue
April 11, 2011Using sinus tissue removed during surgery at University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics, researchers at University of Wisconsin–Madison have managed to grow a recently discovered species of human rhinovirus (HRV), the most frequent cause of the common cold, in culture.
Veteran journalist Dan Flannery wins UW–Madison’s Journalism Ethics Award
April 11, 2011The Center for Journalism Ethics at the University of Wisconsin–Madison will honor newsman Dan Flannery, executive editor of the Post Crescent in Appleton, Wis., with the Wisconsin Commitment to Journalism Ethics Award on Friday, April 15.
Bullying, harassment targeted in series of events
April 11, 2011On April 15, individuals from across Wisconsin will join together to make a statewide commitment to put an end to LGBT bullying, harassment, homophobia and transphobia.
Finalists named for Division of Continuing Studies dean
April 8, 2011The University of Wisconsin–Madison has announced three finalists for the position of vice provost for lifelong learning and dean of the Division of Continuing Studies.
Campus hosts Hmong Parents Day on Saturday
April 8, 2011In response to a study indicating Hmong families’ commitment to but disconnect from the college experience, the University of Wisconsin–Madison campus will host the first…
New undergraduate majors build on UW–Madison’s environmental legacy
April 8, 2011Pursuing environmental studies at the University of Wisconsin–Madison is certainly not new, but being able to major in it is.
Investigative reporter, Chicago business writer to visit campus
April 8, 2011One of the nation's leading investigative reporters and a writer who has chronicled innovation in Chicago business will visit the University of Wisconsin–Madison campus this month as writers in residence.
Conference on journalism ethics planned for April 15
April 8, 2011Al Jazeera's chief strategic adviser in the Americas will be the keynote speaker at the third journalism ethics conference at the University of Wisconsin–Madison on Friday, April 15.
Campus visitors celebrate Brazil throughout April
April 8, 2011Campus partners including the University of Wisconsin–Madison's Brazil Initiative - an interdisciplinary initiative created in recognition of the growing global economic and political importance of South America's largest country - will host a series of events throughout April to commemorate Brazil Month.
Private dorms chip in for Japan relief
April 8, 2011As relief efforts continue in the aftermath of Japan’s earthquake and tsunami, another group of University of Wisconsin–Madison students is stepping up to provide support.
Wellness expo helps promote healthy lifestyles
April 7, 2011Need a little inspiration to get outside and move?
The Hacker Within focuses on scientific computing
April 7, 2011For many University of Wisconsin–Madison students, Python is a snake and C++ is just gibberish.
Rescue, UW vets put neglected dog on long road to recovery
April 7, 2011It may look like slow going from a bed in the intensive care unit at UW Veterinary Care, but for once in his recent memory a starved and neglected retriever has a shot at a happy life - and a newfound Internet following.