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International Education Week events showcase UW–Madison’s global tradition

November 6, 2013

The University of Wisconsin–Madison has a long, distinguished history of international engagement and producing globally talented graduates who create better lives for people in the state and around the world. International Education Week, November 11-15, will provide an opportunity to highlight and celebrate the university community’s ongoing commitment to that tradition.

Slideshow: Ability to ADAPT

November 4, 2013

Paralympic events open to students of all abilities

October 29, 2013

Athletes of all abilities are encouraged to participate in a day of Paralympic and adaptive sports and activities from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 2 in Gym 2 at the Southeast Recreational Facility (SERF) on campus. The event is free and open to all UW–Madison students.

Astronaut scholarship honors undergrad’s adventures in research

October 23, 2013

Even in the University of Wisconsin–Madison College of Engineering, where undergraduates are encouraged to seek hands-on experience, it’s rare that a faculty member finds himself taken aback by a freshman’s eagerness to get involved in research.

Changes ahead for spring undergraduate commencement ceremonies

October 23, 2013

Over the past three years, students looking ahead to their University of Wisconsin–Madison graduation have discussed several potential changes to the structure of spring commencement exercises.

Rec Sports seeks feedback on facilities

October 22, 2013

The Division of Recreational Sports wants your feedback on its facilities and is gauging interest on whether they need to be renovated or replaced.

UW–Madison student loan default rate better than national average

October 15, 2013

Student loan repayment rates at UW–Madison students are well above the national average, according to recently released federal data.

Hawkins named director of Chancellor’s Scholars

October 10, 2013

A familiar face will lead the University of Wisconsin–Madison’s Chancellor’s and Powers-Knapp Scholarship Programs. Gloria Hawkins, assistant dean for multicultural affairs in the UW School of Medicine and Public Health since 1994, will move from the west end of campus to an office in Bascom Hall. She plans to begin her new position as an assistant vice provost and director of the programs on Dec. 1.

Finalists announced for director of Chancellor’s Scholars

September 3, 2013

A longtime UW–Madison administrator, a physicist and former engineering professor, a university leader with a background as a high school principal in Kenya, and a scholar of religion and social justice are among the finalists hoping to lead the University of Wisconsin–Madison’s Chancellor’s Scholars and Powers-Knapp Scholars Programs.

New chancellor, new students at 2013 Chancellor’s Convocation

August 27, 2013

For University of Wisconsin–Madison Chancellor Rebecca Blank, the fall semester will bring many campus "firsts." She shares this with the incoming class of first-year and transfer students, whom she'll officially welcome at the 2013 Chancellor's Convocation, held on Friday, Aug. 30 at 10:30 a.m. in the Kohl Center.

Changes ease college transition for students, families

June 27, 2013

When Andy Haas Schneider brought her youngest daughter Abbey to the University of Wisconsin–Madison's SOAR (Student Orientation, Advising and Registration) last year, the family expected the same old rush.

Chancellor’s Scholars program seeks new director

May 14, 2013

A committee of 12 faculty and staff members will assist in finding a new leader for the University of Wisconsin–Madison’s Chancellor’s Scholars and Powers-Knapp Scholars Program.

2013 Phi Beta Kappa initiates chosen

May 7, 2013

The University of Wisconsin–Madison recently announced the 2013 initiates for the Phi Beta Kappa academic honor society.

New office supports the academic advisors who support students

March 21, 2013

Five years ago, 20 University of Wisconsin–Madison undergraduates majored in statistics. Today, that number has risen to 110 – and it keeps going up. Thanks to funding from the Madison Initiative for Undergraduates (MIU), the Department of Statistics hired faculty associate Kevin Packard as its first staff advisor.

Nominate an adult undergraduate for an Outstanding Returning Adult Student Award

February 12, 2013

Each year the Office of Adult Career and Special Student Services recognizes two adult students with the Outstanding Undergraduate Returning Adult Student Award.

Student Personnel Association Conference seeks out “Educational Mindset”

January 31, 2013

Excitement is building for the of the Student Personnel Association’s 2013 conference at the University of Wisconsin–Madison.

Two students to receive groundbreaking hip-hop scholarship

November 28, 2012

The Hip Hop Sisters Network announced Miona Short of Chicago and Hiwot Adilow of Philadelphia as the first recipients of the University of Wisconsin–Madison’s First Wave/MC Lyte Scholarship.

Third year’s a charm for Madison Initiative for Undergraduates

October 9, 2012

WisCEL is one of the major success stories of the Madison Initiative for Undergraduates (MIU). As the University of Wisconsin–Madison spotlights practices increasing educational innovation on campus, the release of the third-year MIU progress report shows the impact of this targeted funding on high-impact practices across campus.

Campus partners with publisher to make “Radioactive” accessible

September 24, 2012

Scientific discovery, sacrifice and the love story of two groundbreaking scientists unfold in the beautifully complex pages of this year’s selection for Go Big Read, the University of Wisconsin–Madison’s common-reading program.

New Center for Pre-Law Advising to host open house

September 20, 2012

The newly opened Center for Pre-Law Advising will host an open house to celebrate its debut and engage with students interested in studying law.