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Sounds of early music to fill Madison air
June 29, 2009Study with virtuosos and early music vocal masters, and perform period music at the Madison Early Music Festival July 11-18.
Chemistry professor reveals the science behind fireworks
June 24, 2009Come early to the Memorial Union Terrace this Saturday, June 27, to stake out a good seat for Rhythm and Booms and learn about the science behind the spectacle.
From Earth to the universe to Capitol Square
June 24, 2009On Saturday, June 27, wonders from the far reaches of the universe will be brought down to Earth on the Capitol Square.
Self-study course assists those planning for retirement
June 24, 2009As Judy Ettinger puzzled over her retirement options a few years ago, her 30-plus years of experience in career counseling and career development proved to be invaluable.
‘Planet Trek’ offers chance to walk or bike scale model of solar system
June 19, 2009The University of Wisconsin–Madison Space Place and the Monona Terrace invite the public to Planet Trek Fest at Monona Terrace on Saturday, June 20.
Video: UW–Madison partners with MMSD for literacy
June 17, 2009On May 11, more than 200 Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD) students participated in a fun musical program stressing the importance of literacy and self-esteem.
Thoreau Elementary students to demonstrate importance of literacy through song
May 8, 2009More than 200 Madison Metropolitan School District students will come together on Monday, May 11, to share what they have learned from a literacy program that stresses self-esteem through music.
National Children’s Study set to roll out in Waukesha
May 7, 2009The National Children's Study's Waukesha County Vanguard Center begins recruiting volunteers on Monday, May 11, to take part in the largest long-term study of children's health and development ever conducted in the U.S.
University announces title of ‘Go Big Read’ book
May 6, 2009From a short list compiled by a review committee from the nearly 400 nominated titles for the university's Go Big Read common book program, Chancellor Biddy Martin has selected "In Defense of Food: An Eater's Manifesto," by Michael Pollan, as the book for the inaugural year.
Songs raise awareness about aquatic invasive species
May 5, 2009A new initiative at the University of Wisconsin–Madison is using music to raise public awareness about aquatic invasive species in the state.
Wisconsin Poverty Report gauges nature and extent of problem statewide
May 4, 2009The first-ever Wisconsin Poverty Report finds that nearly 11 percent of Wisconsin's population and one in seven children lived in poverty in 2007 and that the need for food - and almost always with it is poverty - has grown substantially as the recession deepened in the last two years.
Researchers explore the broad-reaching effects of a pandemic in Wisconsin
April 28, 2009If a pandemic hit Madison, canceling a football game at the University of Wisconsin–Madison's Camp Randall would protect thousands from exposure to illness. However, the economic cost would be substantial for stadium workers and employees at nearby restaurants and businesses if widespread, prolonged illness forced officials to call off an entire season of Badger football.
Gladfelter Awards recognize government innovation
April 28, 2009Improvements in the state's capital finance program, Madison's switch from manual to automated refuse collection and an informational blitz on a city of Princeton referendum have won Lloyd D. Gladfelter Awards for government innovation.
Recent sightings: Vet Med open house
April 27, 2009Photos: Bryce Richter Hayley Rothwell (left) practices the process of intubation using a model of a dog, while clinical instructor Elizabeth…
Students help build Dane County’s 150th Habitat for Humanity home
April 27, 2009"Owning a home was my dream," Tina Bias told the crowd assembled in her new living room as she wiped away tears. As she thanked the dozens of volunteers who made her dream a reality, her youngest daughter waved enthusiastically at Bucky Badger.
Concert Choir offers yardwork service
April 14, 2009Spring break means different things to different people: beach bacchanal, service trip, research and study intensive, or deposits into an overdrawn sleep account.
Find local food with the 2009 Southern Wisconsin Farm Fresh Atlas
April 2, 2009Whether you are cooking at home or enjoying a meal out on the town, the 2009 Southern Wisconsin Farm Fresh Atlas can steer you to local, sustainably grown food. The 2009 edition will be available for free in Madison and across southern Wisconsin beginning April 18.
Space Place, MMSD plan celebration of 100 Hours of Astronomy
March 31, 2009Few areas of science enchant us as much as astronomy. We view the stars each night; we make connections between astronomy and many other scientific fields. Rarely, though, do we get a chance to explore the heavens through organized events.
Physics, microbes and more come to life at Science Expeditions
March 26, 2009For the seventh year in a row, Science Expeditions welcomes anyone with a curious mind to enjoy a variety of jaw-dropping shows, hands-on exhibits and more. Join scientists and students on Saturday, April 4, to find out how things work and what’s going on in research near and far.
Cinema Day highlights German, Iranian cultures
March 25, 2009On Friday, April 3, Wisconsin high school students and teachers will participate in World Cinema Day, with an educational screening of “Football Under Cover,”, a film that documents the efforts of both the Iranian and German teams to cross cultural and national borders to play the match of a lifetime.