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Second sight takes flight
After what appeared to be a reluctant take off, the great horned owl outfitted with new sight thanks to UW–Madison is now perched in the treetops near Manitowoc, Wis.
UW Press title recognized
A multi-media volume published by the University of Wisconsin Press will be one of 29 titles singled out for special recognition by the American Library Association at its annual conference on Saturday, June 26, in Orlando, Fla.
Conference addresses affordable housing
The 2004 Wisconsin Housing Conference on Wednesday-Thursday, May 19-20, will focus on preserving affordable housing, and issues related to quality housing and neighborhoods in Wisconsin.
Conference on political religions to honor historian Payne
The Mosse Program and the Department of History at UW–Madison are co-sponsors of a major international conference on comparative political religions that will assess the various themes and characteristics of political religion since the French Revolution.
New Health Sciences Learning center to open
A ceremonial dedication of the new Health Sciences Learning Center (HSLC) will occur on Friday, May 7, 2004 at 3 p.m.
2004-05 Wisconsin Idea Fellowship recipients announced
The Morgridge Center for Public Service has announced the 2004-05 Wisconsin Idea Undergraduate Fellowship Program recipients. In its sixth year, the WIF program supports innovative service-learning and community-based research projects.Â
Four faculty members win Hilldale Awards
The prestigious Hilldale Awards, which annually recognize excellence in teaching, research and service, have been awarded to four faculty members at UW–Madison.
Book explores Arboretum wildflowers
This spring, visitors to the UW Arboretum can come prepared to venture out into the forests and discover the fascinating species and beautiful colors of Wisconsin flora, thanks to Andrew Hipp's new book, "Spring Woodland Wildflowers of the University of Wisconsin–Madison Arboretum."
Housing, CCAS celebrate successful partnership
The end of every semester brings a flurry of activity to campus area libraries, coffee shops and computer labs. But in recent years, a growing number of students have also been heading to the University Housing satellite offices of the Cross-College Advising Service (CCAS) to get advice and prepare for class registration.
‘Love of Reading’ lecture honors Pleasant Rowland
UW-Madison School of Human Ecology Professor David Riley will present a free, public lecture in honor of Pleasant T. Rowland, founder of the Pleasant Company and the American Girls Collection.
Bus service to be cut back May 10
Transportation Services reminds university employees and students that the regular campus buses (Route 80) will begin their recess-service schedule on Monday, May 10.
NASA scientist to lecture on blue planets, black holes
The mysteries of planet hunting, black holes and other cosmic phenomena will be the subject of a special public lecture by UW–Madison alumna and NASA scientist Anne Kinney on Friday, May 7.
Arboretum native plant sale May 8
More than 100 varieties of woodland and prairie plants, and shrubs, will be sold by the Friends of the Arboretum on Saturday, May 8, at the Arboretum, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Supporters to celebrate UW spirit May 7
Alumni, students and members of UW System communities can celebrate their campus allegiances during the statewide "UW Spirit Day" on Friday, May 7. The event celebrates the contributions of UW alumni who live and work in Wisconsin.
TAA will not withhold grades
The Teaching Assistants' Association announced on Sunday, May 2, that its membership would not withhold grades from UW–Madison students.
SPA awards recognize special efforts of student life staff
The Student Personnel Association honored the efforts of eight individuals and the coordinating team of a campus diversity initiative in its 2004 Outstanding Achievement Awards at a luncheon April 21.
Musicians report on North Korea trip
The School of Music and Center for East Asian Studies at UW–Madison are co-sponsoring "Building Musical Bridges in North Korea," an informal conversation with two musicians on their recent experience in North Korea.
Two awarded Women’s Philanthropy Council Fellowships
Two doctoral candidates in the humanities at UW–Madison are recipients of Women's Philanthropy Council Fellowships for the 2004-05 academic year.
Wisconsin Union Theater announces 2004-2005 season
During the Wisconsin Union Theater's upcoming 85th season, great performers will once again captivate and thrill audiences with the best in classical and world music, performance art, dance and travel films.