Tag Diversity

UW-Madison names vice provost for diversity, climate

March 26, 2008

Damon Williams has been named vice provost for diversity and climate, the University of Wisconsin–Madison's chief diversity officer. He will start on Aug. 1.

Writing tribal histories: Class mines archival treasures

March 26, 2008

UW–Madison historian Ned Blackhawk would argue that there has never been a more fertile time to be a researcher of Native American history, with a surge in scholarly interest and a deep well of subjects “literally waiting to be written.” Blackhawk is inspiring a new generation of historians to seize this opportunity through his unique research seminar, “Writing Tribal Histories.”

Greenbush Day celebration set for March 25

March 17, 2008

Last March, more than 300 people turned out for a first-time event honoring one of Madison's most culturally diverse and historic neighborhoods. The second Greenbush Day celebration will be held from 4-6 p.m. on Tuesday, March 25, at the Welcome Center, 21 N. Park St., at the University of Wisconsin–Madison.

Choosing a chancellor: Respondents focus on equity and diversity

March 12, 2008

In the final installment of its “Choosing a Chancellor” series, Wisconsin Week asked a number of people to reflect on diversity from a variety of perspectives.

UW students help El Salvadoran towns build wastewater system

February 27, 2008

New Year's Eve in Nejapa, El Salvador, looks a lot like the Fourth of July. At Griselda Guzman's house, homemade fireworks lighted the front yard, where the guests dancing outside her pale yellow home included 11 University of Wisconsin–Madison engineering students and three advisers.

Statement: Dean of Students Lori Berquam on today’s shootings at Louisiana Tech

February 8, 2008

Dean of Students Lori Berquam comments on today's shooting tragedy at Louisiana Technical College and highlights UW–Madison resources available regarding student health and safety.

Student recognized for work on ‘Miss. Burning’ case

February 6, 2008

In the summer of 1964, former University of Wisconsin–Madison student Andrew Goodman and two other college students were murdered as they worked to ensure voter registration for African Americans in Mississippi.

2008 Alliant Energy/Erroll B. Davis Jr. Achievement Award recipients announced

February 6, 2008

Four University of Wisconsin System students, including two from UW–Madison, will receive this year's Alliant Energy/Erroll B. Davis Jr. Achievement Awards, recognizing outstanding scholarship and community service.

Black History Month events planned on campus

February 4, 2008

February is Black History Month, and it will be celebrated in many different ways at the University of Wisconsin–Madison.

Visiting artist to connect art students to the real world

January 25, 2008

University art students, who have yet to confront with the harsh realities of making it as a professional artist, have much to learn from those who have walked the line between the proverbial "starving artist" and making a good living in art.

Theatre auditions attract national producers, hopeful actors, techies

January 25, 2008

Theatre producers from around the country will audition actors, singers, dancers, designers, technicians and managers at the 32nd annual Theatre Auditions set for Feb. 9 at the University of Wisconsin–Madison Memorial Union.

Undergrad Quinlan wins Martin Luther King Humanitarian Award

January 18, 2008

City of Madison Mayor Dave Cieslewicz and Dane County Executive Kathleen Falk today announced the recipients of their respective annual awards honoring community members who reflect the values of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service: A day on, not a day off

January 17, 2008

The Office of State Employment Relations is encouraging all state employees to consider January 21, 2008 — a holiday celebrating the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. — as "a day on, not a day off," by taking part in volunteer efforts in their home communities.

Next vice provost for diversity and climate candidate to visit Dec. 4-5

December 3, 2007

The University of Wisconsin–Madison has announced campus visits for three finalists for the position of vice provost for diversity and climate.

Women’s Philanthropy Council ‘Champion Award’ winners named

November 8, 2007

Jennifer Sheridan, executive and research director of the Women in Science and Engineering Leadership Institute, and Richard L. Barrows, emeritus professor of Agricultural and Applied Economics and former associate dean for Student Academic Affairs, College of Agricultural and Life Sciences, are the winners of Champion Awards, presented by the Women's Philanthropy Council of the University of Wisconsin Foundation.

Vice provost for diversity and climate finalists announced

November 7, 2007

The University of Wisconsin–Madison has narrowed its search for a vice provost for diversity and climate to three finalists.

Cinefest to showcase roots of hip hop through films, performances

November 6, 2007

The 8th Annual Cinefest Multicultural Film & Performance Festival, to be held Thursday-Sunday, Nov. 8-11, on the University of Wisconsin–Madison campus, will showcase films and spoken-word performances that trace the roots of hip hop from the 1970s Bronx to its current global popularity, as well as presenting the passion and poetry of cutting-edge artists currently working in the genre.