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IPM program now includes berry growers, covers more parts of state
A University of Wisconsin–Madison program that has helped Wisconsin apple growers reduce pesticide use without sacrificing fruit quality has a new name and a broader mission.
Arboretum receives grant from Institute of Museum and Library Services
The University of Wisconsin–Madison Arboretum is one 37 museums or libraries out of 183 applications to receive a 2006 National Leadership Grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services.
Professor receives prestigious award for contributions to chemistry
A University of Wisconsin–Madison scientist has won the 2005 Harrison Howe Award, a prize that annually honors outstanding contributions to the field of chemistry.
Homegrown Lunch puts local produce in schools
Sara Tedeschi of the Center for Integrated Agricultural Systems works in the Madison community to build connections between local farms and school cafeterias to improve the circumstances of schoolchildren and farmers.
BusinessWeek ranks Wisconsin MBA No. 4 for fastest payback
In its latest biennial ranking of MBA programs, BusinessWeek rates the Wisconsin MBA program No. 4 in the nation in terms of fastest return on students' investment. According to the magazine's findings, students who earn an MBA from the University of Wisconsin–Madison have their costs of going back to school repaid due to higher salaries in less than five years, compared to more than 15 years for other MBA programs.
Future of conservation pondered in Oct. 26 lecture
"The Future of Conservation" will be the topic of a free public lecture by Steven Sanderson at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 26, in the Wisconsin Historical Society Auditorium, 816 State Street.
Conference tackles consumption, media and political culture
The intersection of consumer and political culture will be explored by scholars from across the United States and western Europe in a two-day conference beginning Friday, Oct. 20, at the University of Wisconsin–Madison.
Partners in Giving under way
“Giving Strong” is the theme of the 2006 Partners in Giving campaign, historically known as the state, UW–Madison and UW Hospital and Clinics Employees Combined Campaign of Dane County. The eight-week charitable fundraising effort began on Oct. 9 and will continue through Nov. 30.
Sick and backup child care center opens in Madison
Chicken Soup, a child care center providing backup and mildly ill child care services, recently opened in Madison.
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Wisconsin Alumni Association honors Odyssey Project founder
University of Wisconsin–Madison English Professor Emily Auerbach will be honored at the Cabinet 99 Symposium on Friday, Nov. 3.
Wisconsin Careers workbook helps youth prepare for future
"Prepare For Your Future," new full-color workbook published by Wisconsin Careers, aims to help teachers and school counselors effectively guide youth in grades 6-9 through the career-planning and decision-making process.