Letter to the editor from state Rep. Katrina Shankland, D-Stevens Point.
Rep. Katrina Shankland: It’s time to renew the Wisconsin Idea
Capital Times
Author: gbump
Dr. Bill Rock, hospice pioneer in Madison, dies at 92
Wisconsin State Journal
Dr. Bill Rock, who is credited with bringing the concept of hospice care for dying patients to Madison more than 40 years ago, died Wednesday. He was 92.
Big prizes for college students with local ties in a national entrepreneurship contest
Wisconsin State Journal
A customized adhesive patch for use with insulin devices and a new way to make industrial metal parts using 3-D printing won big prizes in a college entrepreneurship contest in Minnesota for two teams with Madison-area ties.
Annual Mifflin Street Block Party draws up to 18,000 college students to Madison’s Downtown
Wisconsin State Journal
After three years of dreary or rainy weather on the unofficial day of drinking for UW-Madison students, the Mifflin Street Block Party was graced with bright and sunny skies — and thousands more partiers descended on the Downtown street Saturday.
Long a center for Chinese studies, UW-Madison to host language, culture conferences this week
Capital Times
Hundreds of scholars of Chinese language and culture will gather at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, long a center for Chinese studies, on May 5 and May 6 for a pair of prestigious international conferences.
Dr. William Rock
WISC-TV 3
He has been a faculty member at UW Medical School since 1957.
Warm weather bring 15,000 partiers out for Mifflin Street Block Party
Badger Herald
Madison Police Department eventually closed down the street and let attendees ’take over’ as a safety precaution.
UW professor applies research on sex, human trafficking to help local victims
Badger Herald
The University of Wisconsin Campus Women’s Center hosted UW gender and women’s studies professor Araceli Alonso Thursday to discuss her her work studying human trafficking, and how she has applied her research to help Madison-area victims.
‘Be vigilant’: Security expert warns UnityPoint Health patients after major security breach
WISC-TV 3
Noted: Bob Turner says he can think like a criminal, not just because of his job tracking them down at the University of Wisconsin-Madison as the chief information security officer, but also because he’s been a victim of them.
New Report Ranks Safest Colleges, Universities in America
NBC Chicago
Columbus State Community College (17), University of Wisconsin-Madison (19), and the University of Minnesota (20) also appeared in the top 25.
Study: Fewer Young Girls Giving Birth In US
Wisconsin Public Radio
Quoted: “The average age of a girl getting her menstrual cycle is 12 years old. But it can happen as young as 9,” said Dr. Jasmine Zapata, a pediatrician and preventive medicine resident at the University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Medicine and Public Health. Zapata said it can be both physically and emotionally hard for pregnant girls and its important to go beyond just teaching abstinence, as some politicians, including President Donald Trump, have advocated.
Photos: The evolution of the Mifflin Street Block Party from 1969 to today
Wisconsin State Journal
See how the annual Mifflin Street Block Party has changed in the decades since it began as a rallying point for the anti-war movement in Madison in the spring of 1969.
Former UW-Oshkosh officials charged with felonies over foundation scandal
Wisconsin State Journal
A special state prosecutor has charged two former UW-Oshkosh officials with felonies for their roles in alleged illegal deals to finance several real estate projects owned by the university’s foundation.
UW-Madison vice chancellor to step down, return to faculty position, research
Wisconsin State Journal
Marsha Mailick had been on temporary leave since January, according to the university. Norman Drinkwater will continue his role as interim vice chancellor until a permanent replacement for Mailick is found.
Photos: UW-Madison grads line up for a moment with Honest Abe
Wisconsin State Journal
For two days each spring, several hundred graduating UW-Madison students wait in long lines for the opportunity to have their photo taken atop the iconic statue of Abraham Lincoln on Bascom Hill.
Lt. Governor Rebecca Kleefisch pushes College Republicans to broaden worldview
Badger Herald
Lt. Governor Rebecca Kleefisch visited the University of Wisconsin College Republicans Tuesday to gain support for her upcoming campaign.
‘How do you make good people?’ Not through socialism, speaker says
Badger Herald
Conservative radio host Dennis Prager emphasized importance of people taking care of themselves.
Report finds UW investigated 11 out of 318 assaults reported in 2017
Badger Herald
UW hopes to increase sexual assault, harassment training on campus.
300 sexual assaults reported to UW-Madison this year, 3 percent investigated
Daily Cardinal
Over 300 sexual assaults were reported to UW-Madison in 2017, according to data released Wednesday, and while the number was on par with last year, reports increased by just over 100 cases since 2015.
At UW-Madison, commentator Dennis Prager says the left is undermining American values
Capital Times
Human nature is not basically good, conservative commentator and radio host Dennis Prager told a packed hall of friendly supporters on the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus Wednesday.
UW-Madison grads follow trend of ‘brain drain’ in Wisconsin
Daily Cardinal
Nine out of 10 out-of-state UW-Madison graduates leave the state after graduation, according to data compiled by the Wisconsin State Economic Development Association.
Dennis Prager speaks on UW campus
WISC-TV 3
Prager spoke to an audience of about 100 for an hour without any issue.
Undocumented Immigration Doesn’t Increase Violent Crime
The Daily Dot
A new study from the University of Wisconsin-Madison refutes the assertion that more undocumented immigrants in the U.S. correlate to an increase in violent crime.
‘Ground-breaking’ galaxy collision detected
BBC News
Quoted: Dr Amy Barger, from the University of Wisconsin-Madison found the work to be “ground-breaking.””Finding the progenitors of present-day massive clusters has always been of great importance for piecing together when and how structure grows in the Universe,” she told BBC News.
Wearable Taps Into Tendons To Measure Human Movement
Geek.com
I am not an athlete by any stretch of the imagination. But as someone who struggles with chronic back pain, I understand the perils of pushing an injured body too hard.So does a team of University of Wisconsin-Madison engineers, which developed technology that could one day recognize when your tendons are revived and ready for action.
Dental dams can prevent STIs — but this safe sex product mostly goes unused. Why?
The Verge
Quoted: Many queer and transgender people who use dental dams do so because safer oral sex is “something you do to show that you care about your partners,” even if STI risk is known to be low, says Chris Barcelos, an assistant professor of gender and women’s studies at the University of Wisconsin-Madison who researches queer safer sex practices.
Waisman Center New Director Talks Mission, Research
Wisconsin Public Radio
The Waisman Center has a new director. The organization at UW-Madison is one of only 14 Eunice Kennedy Shriver Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Research Centers in the country. The new director Qiang Chang is our guest. He discusses current research on autism and Rett syndrome and explains how research and clinical service connect. Plus learn about the promise stem cell research holds for degenerative diseases such as ALS.
Madison College’s South Campus to open sooner than expected due to donations
WKOW-TV 27
It will be a new 75-thousand square feet, state of the art campus. Now, it will all open a lot sooner than expected.
Incoming students largely choosing more expensive tier meal plan, data show
Daily Cardinal
The majority of first-year students living in residence halls in the upcoming semester are selecting high-tiered options in the new meal plan program unveiled by University Dining, according to documents obtained by The Daily Cardinal.
Students to file hate and bias report regarding KKK study
Badger Herald
In response to a report released last week regarding Ku Klux Klan involvement at the University of Wisconsin, students have decided to file a hate and bias report regarding the university’s decision to keep the names of members involved in the KKK in the union.
Former UW athletes Alando Tucker, Shawna Nicols lend a hand at this year’s Crazylegs Classic
Crazylegs Classic — comprised of an 8-kilometer run and 2-mile walk — was named in honor of iconic Wisconsin football player and athletic director Elroy Hirsch, and is used as a fundraiser for UW’s athletic department. The Crazylegs Classic begins at Capitol Square and ends inside Camp Randall Stadium.
3-day celebration remembers time when Madison was hot spot of 60s culture
WISC-TV 3
The Madison Reunion will be held June 14-16 with events at the UW Cinematheque, Wisconsin Union’s Memorial Union, Wisconsin State Historical Society, MMoCA, Overture Center, Monona Terrace, Downtown Madison Public Library and the Dane County Regional Airport.
Curious line up to enjoy the ride in UW driverless car demo
Wisconsin State Journal
With no steering wheel, no pedals, one double-door entrance and little to distinguish its front end from its rear, the driverless vehicle tooling around UW-Madison on Tuesday morning was less a traditional car or truck than a computer-controlled pod on wheels.
Driverless shuttle offers glimpse into future of public transportation
WISC-TV 3
A driverless shuttle made its way around the campus of the University of Wisconsin-Madison on Tuesday.
UW Union Terrace opens for summer
NBC-15
The UW Union Terrace opened for the season on Tuesday. At 4:30, hundreds of the terrace’s signatures sunburst chairs were placed overlooking the lake.
UW System received millions to improve health care education and delivery in rural Wisconsin
Daily Cardinal
After the UW System received $4 million Friday, all 26 campuses will use that funding to support health care education delivery with beefed-up broadband internet and telecommunications services.
Badger Ready offers second chance to complete undergraduate degree
WISC-TV 3
A University of Wisconsin-Madison program is focusing on giving adults a second chance at higher education, according to a news release from the school.
UW grad student conducts research to protect, maintain bee habitats in urban areas
Badger Herald
Bee populations face stressors in urban areas including loss of habitat, food resources, nesting locations.
Program providing UW students with free menstrual products set to leave pilot stages, expand
Badger Herald
Continued access to free menstrual products helps close the gap of unmet need, says Access to Reproductive Healthcare Initiative vice president.
UW cancer facility first in Wisconsin to implement newly approved radioactive drug treatment
Badger Herald
Carbone Cancer Center reports positive outlook for Lutathera, says funding from patient advocacy groups was crucial.
Varsity Band concert wows with popular tunes, technical feats
Badger Herald
Mike Leckrone does backflips for Badger fans during musical spectacular.
ASM special election would change start and end date for incoming session
Daily Cardinal
Finals are stressful enough on their own, but for incoming and returning Associated Students of Madison representatives, it’s even more hectic — the new session of Student Council takes over during the last week of classes.
UW-Madison fraternity under fire for allegedly throwing trash into Lake Mendota on Earth Day
Daily Cardinal
A Facebook post allegedly showing members of the Sigma Alpha Epsilon Fraternity throwing objects into Lake Mendota sparked backlash Sunday night.
Apparent Hebrew graffiti found scribbled on Agricultural Hall
Daily Cardinal
A translation of the writing revealed the writing says, “Long live our Lord, our Master, and our Lord, King Messiah, forever and ever.”
Looking At The Potential Impact Of James Comey’s New Book On The White House
Wisconsin Public Radio
Quoted: We speak with Mike Wagner, associate professor in the School of Journalism and Mass Communication at University of Wisconsin-Madison, about how Comey’s book could impact President Trump and the White House.
Bones Found by Children Likely From 1800s
AP
WISC-TV reports police are working with the Sauk County Coroner’s Office and the University of Wisconsin-Madison Anthropology Department to evaluate the bone fragments.
Dave Glomp: Freedom of speech is non-negotiable on campus
Capital Times
Letter to the editor: Once again, the issue of freedom of speech on college campuses is being debated, this time before the Wisconsin Supreme Court. In a nutshell, a conservative student at Marquette University challenges a liberal grad student teaching assistant, teaching philosophy and clearly supporting gay marriage in class.
At college decision time, conservatives face tough choices
Christian Science Monitor
Jake Lubenow, who heads up one of the largest College Republicans chapters in the country, at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, says he regularly hears from prospective students and their parents who are worried about liberal indoctrination. He tells them that he and other Republicans on campus find being immersed in a liberal environment has taught them to better articulate their views.
Jen Uphoff Gray: UW’s response to KKK history is impressive
Capital Times
Letter to the editor: I am impressed with UW’s measured and reasoned response to revelations about Ku Klux Klan activities in the 1920s. A knowledge of this local history can be a powerful weapon in combating bigotry.
Winter is officially over: Sunburst chairs return Tuesday to Memorial Union Terrace
Wisconsin State Journal
Spring snow storms last week caused much grumbling in southern Wisconsin.
UW-Madison to give older college dropouts another chance at completing degrees
Wisconsin State Journal
UW-Madison announced a new program Tuesday that will allow those ages 25 and older who dropped out of college elsewhere to finish their degrees at the state’s flagship university if they can prove they can do the work.
Want to contribute bitcoin to a political campaign? State ehics panel could decide if and how
Wisconsin State Journal
Noted: Unlike a check or credit card payment, a bitcoin transaction provides no form of positive ID — unless the sender independently confirms the transaction, said Brad Chandler, who directs the Nicholas Center for Corporate Finance and Investment Banking at UW-Madison.
UW Will Not Remove Klan Members’ Names from Rooms at Union Yet
Madison365
The University of Wisconsin has decided not to remove the names of two Klan members from rooms at the Memorial Union — at least not yet.
South-Madison community, UW-Madison partner to bring resources to local level
WISC-TV 3
A look at the impact the partnership is having on the community.
Blanchfield, Georgia A.
Madison.com
Georgia was a voracious reader, especially books of the travel genre. She also enjoyed authors such as Paul Theroux, Graham Greene, and others that she could name, recite from, and discuss at great length. Georgia also loved to travel. During her 28 year marriage to John Wiley, they traveled extensively.
Athletic Board approves contract extension for Greg Gard, other Wisconsin Badgers coaches
Wisconsin State Journal
Four head coaches of University of Wisconsin winter sports had contract extensions approved Friday by the UW Athletic Board.
UW study to reclassify jobs, set compensation structure
Madison.com
A consultant will be paid up to $900,000 to conduct a two-year study at the University of Wisconsin to reclassify and set compensation for thousands of jobs.
UW Jazz Week salutes 50 years of music and growth
Wisconsin State Journal
These days it’s not unusual to hear a lot of jazz at UW-Madison. You can find it in classrooms, practice rooms and concerts featuring any of the Mead Witter School of Music’s six jazz ensembles.
UW Health increases sustainability efforts amid budget cuts
WISC-TV 3
Saving $400,000 through environmental initiatives.
Madison pediatrician, Hip Hop architect, UW professor team up for Kenyan girls fleeing abuse
Capital Times
In remote northern Kenya, the Samburu Girls Foundation is a safe harbor for girls who have fled child marriage and female genital mutilation. The foundation was formed by one of their own, a Samburu woman who escaped child marriage herself. In Madison, a pediatrician, the Hip Hop architect, a University of Wisconsin professor and her students are eager to chip in.