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Announcements Calling poets and writers to work in a German villa The Hessen Literary Society is offering a stipend for a Wisconsin…
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Registration open for Showcase
University departments seeking ways to improve their operations will come together at Showcase 2005.
Faculty, staff invited to apply for Wisconsin Idea seminar
Faculty and staff interested in learning about the state of Wisconsin and the university's relationship to the state should apply for the Wisconsin Idea Seminar, a five-day study tour of the state, to be held May 16-20.
Part of Walnut Street sidewalk to close
Due to the construction of the Lot 76 parking ramp and a utility project in that area, the sidewalk on the north side of Walnut Street between University Bay Drive and Highland Avenue will be closed for several months, probably until sometime in June.
Warning issued on ‘phish’ e-mail
Campus e-mail users are seeing a growing number of fraudulent and potentially dangerous "phish" messages. These e-mails appear to come from legitimate sources, such as eBay, PayPal or a bank, but in fact are sent by identity thieves in an effort to collect account numbers and other private information for illegal purposes.
Horse owner seminar to feature natural riding movement
On Saturday, April 2, riders from all disciplines will have a chance to learna new technique that allows both horse and rider to move freely. She is the featured speaker for the School of Veterinary Medicine's 16th Annual Seminar for the Serious Horse Owner.
Reason named associate director of admissions
Tom Reason has been named associate director of operations in the Office of Admissions.
Dean of students names new special assistant
Ann Pham has been appointed special assistant to Dean of Students Luoluo Hong.
Professor up for National Book Circle award
No doubt it’s a harrowing tale, and a true one: In 1970 an African-American veteran of the Vietnam War was beaten into pulp and…
VITA available for tax assistance
About 40 UW–Madison students are taking part in a program that provides low income, elderly and disabled Madison residents with free state and federal income tax help.
Painter to discuss printmaking at Tandem Press
New York painter David Shapiro will discuss the "personal language" of signs and symbols — circles, spirals, dots, knots and more — that characterize his work in a free public lecture on Thursday, Feb. 17.
Coincidences prompt couple’s philanthropy
Since their first gift to the School of Business, Joanne and Roy Howard have supported such areas as a diamond for women's softball, a technology-rich auditorium, the marching band and prostate cancer research. The Howards' generosity has transformed people, programs and the university's physical appearance.
Partners in Giving breaks record
The 2004 Partners in Giving campaign was the most successful ever, organizers have reported.
Recent sightings
Sun worshiper Taking a break from his job as lead dish room worker for the Wisconsin Union Food Service, Benjamin…
Pilobolus dance company to perform
Acclaimed for its mix of humor and invention, the unusual American dance company Pilobolus has been honored repeatedly. Now in its 31st…
First master plan meeting reveals East Campus pedestrian mall
A lively home for the arts and humanities that brings together new student housing and services along an east campus pedestrian mall was laid out by campus officials as they opened town-hall meetings on the campus master plan.
University Theatre production adds educational depth to drama training
The thing about a George Bernard Shaw play is its dialogue, according to Mark Lococo, director of the University Theatre production of Shaw's "Misalliance."
New Crew House offers teams amenities, great views
Chris Clark's workday used to begin in a damp, poorly lit tent pitched near Willows Beach on Lake Mendota. His vantage point has improved immensely.