Phillips organized successful protest in support of fair housing legislation in inner-city Milwaukee.
They were here: The life and legacy of Vel Phillips, first Black woman to graduate from UW law school
Badger Herald
Author: gbump
Column: Everyday experiences of students of color should be discussed, not shied away from
Daily Cardinal
If you want to continue to be blind to the explicit acts of hate, discrimination and prejudice that happens on a daily basis at our school, that’s your own problem. I don’t owe anyone anything.
Column: More funding, support needed for campus mental health services
Daily Cardinal
Students already know that mental health services at UHS are inadequate. In 2018, wait times for counseling sessions were as long as 36 days.
‘We are not for sale:’ Students say activism could save the Wisconsin Idea from Foxconn
Daily Cardinal
Less than a minute after student protesters draped their hand-painted banners over the second floor railing at Union South, campus security forced the small group to roll up their flags and issued some of them warnings.
Report shows increasing special needs education funding benefits all students
Daily Cardinal
Noted: Although the need is variable from school to school, LaFollette School of Public Affairs Professor John Witte said special needs students on average cost 2.2 percent more than a student that does not.
Wisconsin Athletics seeks approval for $159.4 million budget in 2019-20
Wisconsin State Journal
The Athletic Board’s Finance, Facilities and Operations Committee on Wednesday unanimously voted to forward the request for a budget of $159.4 million to the full board on Friday.
Ambassador Tom Loftus: There’s a better way than a Brexit for UW-Stevens Point
Capital Times
At UW-Stevens Point, majors in history, English, political science, philosophy and Spanish are on the chopping block. The stated purpose is to save money. Students aren’t that interested anymore in the humanities, is the claim.
With Climate Change, Washington, D.C. Will Feel More Like Arkansas by 2080
Smithsonian
Quoted: The study could even spur action, suggests Kevin Burke, a climate scientist at the University of Wisconsin-Madison who was not involved in the new study. “One notable outcome of this work is the potential for cities and their analog pairs to transfer knowledge and coordinate climate adaptation strategies,” Burke tells Wired.
Defective Mitochondria Could Explain Neurological Impairment in Fragile X
Fragile X News Today
Researchers at the University of Wisconsin-Madison had shown previously that FMRP plays an important role in neuron development (maturation).
Northern lake ice loss threatens water, economies, culture
MPR News
John Magnuson, a University of Wisconsin-Madison aquatic ecologist and limnologist, said warming temperatures take away an important piece of culture for people in the north.
A year after Parkland, support sinks for stricter laws on gun sales, poll says
PBS Newshour
A year later, Leadholm, a freshman at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, said she doesn’t think the debate has gone far enough to ensure there won’t be another Parkland.
6 Money-Saving Preventive Care Tips for Your Horse
The Horse
“Very simply, it pays off to get an annual physical exam for your horse because there are conditions that can show up in those exams that, if not detected, can cost owners money for larger veterinary bills (in the future),” said Fernando J. Marqués, DVM, Dipl. ACVIM, clinical associate professor and chief of services at the University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Veterinary Medicine’s Morrie Waud Large Animal Hospital.
‘Food and the Wisconsin Idea’ talk discusses Wisconsin farming, solutions to dairy crisis
Badger Herald
UW undergraduate Chloe Green moderated the discussion and said they chose to focus on agriculture policy because so many local farmers are suffering due to the low commodity prices in Wisconsin.
They were here: UW alumnus Virgil Abloh blazes new trails in fashion industry
Badger Herald
bloh is the first Black person to design Louis Vuitton’s menswear line.
Nearly a month after Engineering Centers Building fire, automotive center still closed
Badger Herald
Center’s closure is stalling several automotive student organizations who compete in less than a month.
ASM discusses campaign for increased mental health services
Badger Herald
Equity and Inclusion committee also started discussing implementing more blue buttons across campus.
Evers: Budget Will ‘Fully Fund’ Tuition Freeze
Wisconsin Public Radio
Democratic Gov. Tony Evers said he will “fully fund” a tuition freeze for University of Wisconsin students in his first budget.
What Happens If Russia Cuts Itself Off From the Internet
Wired
Quoted: “I’m absolutely sure that’s the case. It may not break from the perspective of their major infrastructure grinding to a halt, but that’s a risk that they’re taking,” says Paul Barford, a professor at the University of Wisconsin–Madison who studies computer networking.
How One Social Entrepreneur Saves Tenants From Black Mold, Cockroaches And Negligent Landlords
Forbes
Georges is a New Yorker with a BA in Sociology and African Studies from the University of Wisconsin Madison and was recently selected as a Forbes 30 Under 30 in Law and Policy, a World Economic Forum Global Shaper, and an American Express Emerging Innovator.
Financial Well-Being Is In Your Reach, Adviser Says
Wisconsin Public Radio
Quoted: Look at your previous month’s spending record, said Olive, a financial capability specialist who holds a joint appointment with the School of Human Ecology Center for Financial Security at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and UW-Extension.
This spud’s for you: A breeding revolution could unleash the potential of potato
Science Magazine
Potato breeders doubted the approach was possible for tubers. “I was trained to believe that potatoes can’t be inbred,” says Shelley Jansky, a potato breeder with the U.S. Department of Agriculture in Madison.
Valentine’s Day: Why the heart icon looks nothing like a human organ
USA Today
The heart shape was also used in images to illustrate the Sacred heart in association with nuns’ spirituality, according to Thomas Dale, medieval studies expert and professor of art history at University of Wisconsin-Madison.
Former Badgers safety D’Cota Dixon named Jason Witten Collegiate Man of the Year
Wisconsin State Journal
D’Cota Dixon’s off-the-field accolades continue to pile up as the former University of Wisconsin safety prepares for April’s NFL Draft.
Study shows promising results for flu vaccine, Madison’s FluGen says
Wisconsin State Journal
The study by FluGen Inc., founded by UW-Madison scientists Yoshi Kawaoka and Gabriele Neumann, simulated the mismatch that frequently occurs when flu strains circulating in winter don’t match those in the annual vaccine.
Tony Evers says state task force nearing a consensus on increasing the gas tax
Wisconsin State Journal
At the Superior Days event, Evers cited the importance of UW-Superior and the University of Wisconsin System in fueling the state’s economy.
This year marks 50th anniversary of black student strike
WISC-TV
Wahid Rashad and Shiloah Coley talk about the 50th anniversary of the black student strike.
Reddit, University of Wisconsin-Madison team up to study climate change using Lake Mendota ice data
WISC-TV 3
Researchers warn ice is indicative of warming.
Ten UW faculty members receive Distinguished Teaching Award, honors unique teaching methods
Badger Herald
The awards recipients span many fields, including art history, nursing, journalism, law and psychology.
UW System announces task force to combat statewide teacher shortages
Badger Herald
Decline in enrollment, lack of certification amongst K-12 teachers is a focus.
Wisconsin Partnership Program awards grants to Madison companies for initiatives in public health diversity
Badger Herald
Within the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, the Wisconsin Partnership Program aims to improve the well-being of people in Wisconsin.
UW-Stevens Point announces three-year degrees, first aquaponics program
Daily Cardinal
Dropping enrollment and an ongoing budget deficit has limited UW-Stevens Point’s ability to grow. To combat this, Chancellor Bernie Patterson proposed for year-round class schedules to support 3-year degrees and expanding popular majors.
How to exercise to improve your mood
The Washington Post
Keep in mind, though, that psychology plays an important role. A University of Wisconsin studyfound that people were in a better mood when they picked their own intensity level instead of a prescribed moderate-effort workout, even though their endocannabinoid levels were higher after the latter.
This Scary Map Shows How Climate Change Will Transform Your City
Wired
Quoted: “Framing results in a digestible manner for the public sector, to inform policy, and for the scientific community, is notoriously difficult,” says University of Wisconsin–Madison climate scientist Kevin Burke, who wasn’t involved in the study.
Late-arriving evidence delays trial for ex-Badgers receiver Quintez Cephus
Wisconsin State Journal
Late-arriving evidence led a judge on Monday morning to delay the start of the sexual assault trial for University of Wisconsin receiver Quintez Cephus.
Badgers offensive lineman Jon Dietzen steps away from football due to injuries
Wisconsin State Journal
After seeing his snaps limited over the past two seasons, Jon Dietzen is stepping away from football due to numerous injuries.
Here’s how former UW-Whitewater chancellor will spend her paid 8-month leave
Wisconsin State Journal
A former UW-Whitewater chancellor who resigned in December will be paid about $161,840 through August to create class syllabi, read assigned texts, develop assignments, and learn relevant classroom technologies as she transitions to a full teaching schedule in the fall.
UW helps promote liberal arts — Bob Milbourne
Wisconsin State Journal
The SuccessWorks program located above the University Bookstore started by Dean Karl Scholz is offering a range of services to undergraduates including internships, career counseling, job interviews and even a closet of appropriate clothing for those interviews. What a terrific idea.
Judge determines Cephus case ‘not ripe,’ delays trial
Daily Cardinal
Dane County Circuit Court Judge William Hanrahan, who was to preside over the trial, chose to allow Cephus to remain out on bail while the trial dates are reset.
NPR reporter discusses First Step Act, future of criminal justice reform
Badger Herald
Conservatives worry act will increase crime rate while liberals worry act isn’t doing enough, Ayesha Rascoe says.
SSFC unanimously votes against 2020 UHS budget
Badger Herald
ASM chair Billy Welsh expressed concerns over lack of transparency during UHS’ budget formulation process.
50 years later, organizers and participants from the 1969 Black Student Strike return to campus
Daily Cardinal
Despite the progress that has been made, Liberty Rashad talked about how more change needs to be made, especially with bringing more black students and people of color to campus. “The numbers did grow to some extent, but not enough as we even see today,” she said.
New program for incoming freshmen offers early opportunity to take college courses
Daily Cardinal
The program offers newly admitted students the opportunity to take five credits of college coursework. All courses will be online only, and students will be matched with an academic advisor who will help them choose the right courses for them.
SSFC unanimously votes against UHS’s proposed budget
Daily Cardinal
Associated Students of Madison Legislative Affairs Chair Laura Downer spoke out against what she believes is UHS’s lackluster response to the issue of mental health on campus. “UHS and the UW administration has put enough thought and effort into this situation to prepare excuses for why their budget should not expand mental health resources,” Downer said.
Woman recognized for impact on Madison community
NBC-15
Last year’s Athena Award recipient, Emily Auerbach, the director of the UW Odyssey project and odyssey graduate Keena Atkinson, who received one of the business forum scholarships, stopped by NBC15 to talk about the upcoming celebration.
Trial of Badgers football player delayed
NBC-15
The trial for a former Badgers wide receiver will not be happening at this time according to online court records Monday morning.
UW-Extension offers people free tax assistance
NBC-15
This the 18th year they have offered this service, but they said this year is particularly important. This is the first year that the 2017 federal tax law will impact people’s returns.
University of Wisconsin sees spike in graduation rates
AP
University of Wisconsin System officials say graduation numbers are up from 10 years ago, and that the number of graduates of color has more than doubled in that period.
A ‘Fountain Of Youth’ Pill? Sure, If You’re A Mouse.
Kaiser Health News
Quoted: “A lot of what goes on here is really, really careful phrasing for what you say the thing is for,” said Charo, a law professor at the University of Wisconsin.
Trump Trade War Helps Push Farmers Into Record Number Of Bankruptcies
Huffington Post
Quoted: “The problem is that both nations have stubborn leaders,” Mark Stephenson, director of dairy policy analysis at the University of Wisconsin at Madison, said at an agricultural forum last week in Madison.
Doctors In Wisconsin Writing Fewer Prescriptions For Painkillers
Wisconsin Public Radio
“We expected a decrease in mortality as a result. That is not what we have seen,” said Gina Bryan, an associate professor in the University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Nursing who worked with the Governor’s Task Force on Opioid Abuse.
Kamala Harris: How immigrant parents shaped her life
The Mercury News
Her parents separated after Donald Harris took a professorship at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
Changing how we age
Irish Echo
Still, Anderson, who leads the Metabolism of Aging Research Program at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, is always happy to share the latest news about the benefits of caloric restriction.
Despite Strides, Disparities In Health Care Remain For LGBTQ Population
Wisconsin Public Radio
Oriel has more than 20 years of experience in the University of Wisconsin health care system, but now runs a private practice, Oriel Medicine, in Madison.
Funding Shortfalls, Worker Shortage Stress Wisconsin Nursing Homes
Wisconsin Public Radio
Suzanna Waters Castillo, a distinguished faculty associate with the continuing studies division at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, who specializes in aging and long-term care.
1.9 billion dollar request for aging UW System buildings
NBC-15
Across the 13 UW System institutions, infrastructure improvements need to be made both internally and externally.
Wisconsin educators look to retain teachers amid shortage
AP
Noted: Diana Hess is dean of the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s School of Education and one of the task force’s leaders. Hess says enrollment in teacher education programs is down about 35 percent nationally and the enrollment decrease is even more dramatic in parts of Wisconsin.
Study: transition to renewable energy could create 162,000 jobs in Wisconsin
Wisconsin State Journal
“The impetus for this whole study was just to figure out whether producing our energy in-state would be beneficial to the economy and people and the environment of Wisconsin,” said David Abel, a UW energy researcher and lead author of the study.
At 80, famed composer John Harbison celebrates with more music
Wisconsin State Journal
Harbison is expected to be at the MSO concerts, and will teach a master class in composition at UW-Madison on Feb. 18, a day after the premiere of his new Viola Sonata with Chisholm in Mills Hall. Memorial Library is also hosting an exhibit through the month looking at his career.
Vaccinations up in Madison public schools, but lag in some Dane County private schools
Wisconsin State Journal
This “herd immunity can happen at lower percentages when the disease is less contagious,” according to Tracy Saladar, a UW-Madison nursing professor, but that’s not measles, which she called “the most contagious infectious disease.”
Board of Regents budget request promises long-awaited building renovations, campus investment
Daily Cardinal
A large portion of the budget was dedicated to renovations, repair and replacement of facilities across the campuses. Much of the UW System’s 62 million square foot building area was built in the latter-half of the 20th century with little upgrades since its establishment.