Noted: A trio of prominent local African-Americans describes the subtle slights, how they don their racial ‘armor’ and offer advice to white Madisonians. Included: Everett Mitchell, director of community relations at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
The one-time model shows toughness on the defensive end despite debilitating back issues.
A UW-Madison student was convicted Friday of sexually assaulting another student in her campus dorm room last May.
The universities would operate as a public authority, under an idea being discussed.
Noted: The Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center is led by the UW-Madison and is one of three bioenergy research centers established in 2007 by the U.S. Department of Energy. Research at the center supports the development of a pipeline from biomass production through pre-treatment and final conversion to fuel.
Quoted: There’s nothing wrong with Turner’s nine approaches “provided none are taken to extreme,” said Toby Campbell, assistant professor of medicine, oncology, palliative care medicine. “My concern is when people with definite advanced cancer shift entirely away from modern medicine in exchange for strategies like these,” he said.
Kari Wisinski, assistant professor of medicine and hematology/oncology, said the term “radical remission” presents challenges because expected responses can vary among cancer types and from different treatments. Also, for patients with incurable cancer, hope shouldn’t be associated only with “beating cancer,” Wisinski said.
The University of Wisconsin women’s hockey team and Bucky Badger skate and sign autographs during Groove & Glide event at Vilas Park on Sunday. The event by Madison Parks is hosted at different outdoor ice rinks around town.
Quoted: Steve Ackerman and Jonathan Martin, professors in the UW-Madison department of atmospheric and oceanic sciences.
Barbata, the UW Interdisciplinary Artist in Residence for Spring 2015, will stage a major parade in downtown Madison on May 2.
The free on-campus film series starts this weekend, including “Citizen Kane” on Saturday night.
Takeaways from the “UW Voices” series will inform the implementation of the new campus diversity plan.
The University of Wisconsin men’s hockey team will be without defenseman Eddie Wittchow for two games after one of his hits drew the Big Ten’s ire.
The Badgers (16-2, 4-1 Big Ten) play No. 25 Iowa (13-5, 4-1) at 8 p.m. Tuesday at the Kohl Center.
According to finaid.org, the student loan debt in the United States currently amounts $1.2 trillion and counting. With a larger percentage of UW students now receiving financial aid and graduating with debt, the costs of college continues to live on even after graduation.
Depth and transition play make the Hawkeyes dangerous, the UW coach says.
The sophomore is getting his feet wet as a starter and knows what parts of his game need shoring up.
In response to concerns raised by students, staff and faculty, Chancellor Rebecca Blank and members of the UW-Madison administration have invited the university community to an open discussion Tuesday centered on improving diversity and equity on campus.
While most of his classmates are preparing for a looming graduation date, UW-Madison senior Zach Wood is running unopposed for Madison’s District 8 aldermanic position.
Sam Madden of New Jersey is the second in four days to change his mind about playing for the Badgers.
The University of Wisconsin System Administration named Wisconsin native Alex Hummel as the new Associate Vice President for Communications Jan. 8.
But he won’t expand on the internal discussions until his Feb. 3 budget address.
It was disconcerting to read that when it comes to the care of medically fragile newborns, hospital officials might be keeping an eye on factors other than their patients’ health — namely, the health of their employers’ bottom lines.
Noted: Gloria Ladson-Billings, professor of curriculum and instruction, spoke from her experience in teaching and education research, noting that some things haven’t changed since the time portrayed in the movie “Selma.”
“We have young people in particular in the state of Wisconsin, black children who can’t read,” she said. “That’s a fundamental issue for me; it’s what I’ve devoted my entire life’s work to.”
The UW tailback is one of six Big Ten Conference players pegged to go in the first round, including high school teammate Trae Waynes of Michigan State.
“According to UW-Madison sociology professor Pam Oliver’s research, racial disparities occur throughout the criminal justice process.”
The two Minnesotans hope for a triumphant return home this weekend against the Golden Gophers.
Quoted: Jacob Stampen, professor emeritus in educational leadership and policy analysis.
Karma Chávez, an associate professor in the university’s department of communication arts, hosted a lively debate Thursday on whether body cameras can help prevent police violence.
Madison native Steve Schmitt (not the owner of the Shoe Box and Madison Mallards) is hoping to publish his well-researched account of the story of University of Wisconsin varsity baseball.
The point guard scored 11 points, had four rebounds, one assist and one turnover in UW’s 70-55 win over Nebraska.
A debate about whether or not police should wear body cameras took center stage at UW Thursday night.
The players say one bad outing won’t kick off a tailspin as it did last year.
Joe Rudolph comes home to lead the offense, while Dave Aranda reprises his job as defensive coordinator.
Undergraduates at UW-Madison who take out student loans graduated with an average of $27,711 in debt last year, up 4 percent from the year before, UW-Madison News reports. That remains below the national average of $28,400 in 2013, according to a report from the Office of Student Financial Aid.
Noted: The grant is aimed at helping reduce phosphorous and sediment loads that are slowing clean-up efforts of area lakes. Project partners include UW-Madison’s Center for Integrated Agricultural Systems.
Six have been unveiled in the past 48 hours — including the two all-important coordinators — but that’s not quick enough for some. But there’s something to be said for making certain you select the right people to spread your message.
Quoted: Barry Orton, professor of telecommunications, Professional Development and Applied Studies.
“Orton said he’s not quite as optimistic as Soglin that the FCC will have a ruling within a month — or that the ruling will pre-empt the 19 states’ barriers. If they do, he said, there’s going to be significant pushback, legally and politically, from service providers.”
Margaret McFall-Ngai has dissected the relationship between a beautiful squid and its live-in bacteria — and found lessons for microbiome research on the way.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison says the percentage of undergraduates who use student loans and the amount theyre borrowing is up slightly from last year.
A bad flu season in Wisconsin continues to be problematic for health officials statewide. According to UW researchers, the number of hospitalizations this season is now up 1,813 people.
A security guard at UW Hospital was arrested on suspicion of numerous child sexual assault charges.
When Deborah Tobin was diagnosed with breast cancer in June, the worst part of what the doctor had to say was what she didnt and couldnt know about the disease.
Many pregnant women suffer from morning sickness. But a small percentage of expectant moms experience a much more severe case.Princess Kate Middleton recently brought attention to this problem and moms from right here in Madison are experiencing the same thing.
It started out as just another day. In a matter of hours, there was a very real possibility that it would be Jenny King’s last day.
niversity of Wisconsin food science graduate students and “Amazing Race” finalists Amy DeJong and Maya Warren are featured in a video explaining their work at the UW.
For many, Paul Chryst taking the reins for the Badgers football team is more like a welcome home.
Federal authorities have charged 10 people in a scheme that allegedly used stolen credit card numbers to purchase $1.7 million worth of sports and concert tickets and then resold them at venues across Wisconsin and the U.S.
Scientists at a two-day meeting held at the National Academy of Sciences in Washington, D.C., discussed whether some experiments with germs are so risky that the dangers aren’t worth the potential benefits. UW-Madison’s Yoshihiro Kawaoka took part and added to the conversation.
Hundreds of UW-Madison students held a demonstration tonight, hoping to shed light on racial disparities on campus.
A University of Wisconsin international law professor said international law cannot be ignored as government officials continue to digest the Senate Intelligence Report detailing torture techniques the CIA allegedly used to interrogate terrorism detainees.
Wisconsins Melvin Gordon has won the Doak Walker Award, given to the nations top running back.
University of Wisconsin Athletic Director Barry Alvarez will coach the football team for the Outback Bowl, according to an ESPN analyst.
UW-Madison professor of physics, Francis Halzen, received the American Ingenuity Award for his work with IceCube, a South Pole neutrino observatory.
Arthur O. Hove died on December 9th, 2014 at Capitol Lakes Health Center. He suffered from a rare neuromuscular disease, primary lateral sclerosis.
Known nationwide as a party school, University of Wisconsin is addressing the high-risk drinking among students of all ages.
Wisconsin athletic director Barry Alvarez hopes to move quickly to find a new head coach after Gary Andersens stunning departure to Oregon State.
University of Wisconsin-Madison campus police issued about 50 percent more tickets for underage drinking this fall amid a crackdown on dangerous drinking habits.
“Why can’t I get a certificate in Spanish? “Why can’t I get a certificate in Arabic?” “Why can’t I get a certificate in Italian?” The list goes on and on. The fact of the matter is that no one has an answer, until now. In my personal experience and in talking to my peers, I have become extremely frustrated at the fact that this university, although highly ranked nationally, lacks something basic to our educational experience — the ability to receive a certificate or minor in a language.
The GreenHouse Learning Community at the University of Wisconsin has completed its fall harvest consisting of more than 200 plants and gave all of the harvested herbs to a dining facility within University Housing.
Madison police are searching for a suspect after an armed robbery occurred early Saturday morning on Langdon Street at West Lakelawn Place just east of the University of Wisconsin campus.
