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UW–Madison’s economic impact to Wisconsin $15 billion annually, study says
The University of Wisconsin–Madison continues to be one of the state of Wisconsin’s greatest economic engines, accounting for $15 billion in economic impact statewide according to a new report.
Mathieu named director of Wisconsin Center for Education Research
Robert Mathieu, a UW–Madison professor of astronomy and an international leader in advancing science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) higher education, has been named director of the Wisconsin Center for Education Research (WCER), UW–Madison School of Education Dean Julie Underwood announced April 6.
Mailick to Lead UW–Madison Research, Graduate Education
Marsha Mailick, the former long-time director of the University of Wisconsin–Madison's Waisman Center, was named today by Chancellor Rebecca Blank as the university's first vice chancellor for research and graduate education.
Three candidates named for vice provost for diversity position
Three candidates have been chosen as finalists to be the University of Wisconsin–Madison’s vice provost for diversity.
University Press of Florida official to lead UW Press
Dennis Lloyd, deputy director of the University Press of Florida, has been selected as the new director of the University of Wisconsin Press.
David Nelson named director of purchasing services
David Nelson, a purchasing professional who brings more than two decades of procurement, supply chain management and strategic sourcing experience, has been named director of purchasing services at the University of Wisconsin–Madison.
Graduate School reorganization report online
As the UW–Madison Graduate School continues to restructure in response to changes on campus and in higher education and how research is supported nationally, an ad hoc committee charged with collecting information from faculty, staff and student stakeholders has posted its report.
Outsized attendance marks first Conversation on Diversity and Inclusion
Organizers of the first Conversation on Diversity and Inclusion hoped that around 200 people might show up to the discussion, held Tuesday afternoon in Union South’s Varsity Hall. Nearly twice that number attended.
Finalists to lead UW Press will visit campus
A nationwide search by the office of the vice chancellor for research and graduate education has identified two finalists for director of University of Wisconsin Press.
Robert Turner named chief information security officer at UW–Madison
Robert (Bob) Turner has been named chief information security officer (CISO) at the University of Wisconsin–Madison after serving for several years in a similar role as a cybersecurity consultant and compliance manager for a private firm.
Art Hove’s legacy lives on across campus
Arthur O. Hove II didn’t just love UW–Madison; he lived UW–Madison.
Art Hove, administrator and campus historian, dies at 80
Between the longevity of his time on campus and his knack for being present at key moments, Art Hove played a role in seven decades of the University of Wisconsin–Madison's history.
Nominations invited for vice provost for diversity
A national search is underway to fill the position of vice provost for diversity/chief diversity officer, and members of the campus community are encouraged to submit nominations.
School of Education’s Underwood to return to faculty
After nearly a decade leading UW–Madison’s School of Education, Dean Julie Underwood announced today that she is stepping aside from her post in August 2015 to return to the faculty.
Student veterans find another service opportunity in social work
Social work is an increasingly popular choice for veterans returning to graduate school. Just under 20 percent of graduate students receiving veteran’s benefits at UW–Madison are pursuing a master’s degree in social work, according to data from the UW–Madison Graduate School, while only 4 percent of graduate students overall are enrolled in the MSW Program.