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UW–Madison researchers develop app to enhance home safety for elderly
Researchers at the University of Wisconsin–Madison are developing an application using augmented reality to improve home safety for older adults.
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UW–Madison begins construction on Phillip A. Levy Engineering Center
On April 17, a groundbreaking event marked the commencement of construction for the University of Wisconsin–Madison College of Engineering's new Phillip A. Levy Engineering Center.
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Wall Street Journal columnist Jason Gay to speak at UW–Madison's 2025 commencement
The University of Wisconsin–Madison has selected columnist and humorist Jason Gay as the keynote speaker for its Spring 2025 Commencement.
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Percival Matthews named special advisor for access at UW–Madison
Percival Matthews, an esteemed professor and associate dean in the School of Education, has been named special advisor to Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin and Provost Charles Isbell at UW–Madison.
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Esports gain traction at University of Wisconsin–Madison
The University of Wisconsin–Madison is witnessing a rise in esports activities on campus, driven by the efforts of student-led organizations.
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University of Wisconsin–Madison alumna wins esteemed Barry Scholarship
Felicity Klingele, a recent graduate from the University of Wisconsin–Madison, has achieved the distinction of being awarded the Barry Scholarship.
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Alec Luhn returns to UW-Madison for residency in science journalism
Alec Luhn, a University of Wisconsin–Madison journalism alumnus, is returning to campus as the spring Sharon Dunwoody Science Journalist in Residence.
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UO taps Derek Kindle for VP role as UW–Madison launches search
Vice Provost for Enrollment Management Derek Kindle will leave his position at UW–Madison in June to assume the role of vice president of enrollment management at the University of Oregon.
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University of Wisconsin hosts annual fundraising event, Day of the Badger, for campus causes
The University of Wisconsin–Madison is hosting its annual Day of the Badger event from April 8 to 9.
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UW–Madison graduate programs perform well in national ranking
University of Wisconsin–Madison's graduate programs have been acknowledged as among the best in the country in a new report by U.S. News & World Report's "Best Graduate Schools" for 2025.
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UW-Madison students' SEVIS records terminated without clear explanation
The University of Wisconsin–Madison has reported that the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) records for several international students have been terminated by the U.S. government.
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Spring arrives at UW–Madison with a mix of rain and sun
One of the initial days of April 2025 brought a mixture of rain and sunshine to the University of Wisconsin–Madison campus, signaling the arrival of spring.
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Feedback sought for UW–Madison's next strategic framework
On April 3, 2025, Provost Charles Isbell, Jr. and Lauren Papp, associate dean for research in the School of Human Ecology, reached out to the UW–Madison community.
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Larson Acres partners with Dairyland Initiative for innovative dairy farming
The partnership between Larson Acres, a multi-generational dairy farm in Evansville, Wisconsin, and the Dairyland Initiative is helping to redefine modern dairy farming.
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UW-Madison students invited to shape university's strategic direction through community talks
Students at the University of Wisconsin-Madison have been invited to participate in upcoming community conversations to help shape the university's future.
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UW-Madison invites ideas for future strategic framework in community conversations
The University of Wisconsin-Madison is inviting its faculty and staff to participate in community conversations aimed at shaping the future strategic framework of the institution.
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Wisconsin State approves wage increase for Building Trades employees
A new collective bargaining agreement has been approved for Building Trades employees at the Wisconsin State Building Trades Negotiating Committee.
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UW–Madison's Visioning Committee seeks community input for strategic planning
On April 1, 2025, the Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, Charles Isbell, Jr., together with Lauren Papp, Associate Dean for Research in the School of Human Ecology, addressed the University of Wisconsin–Madison community.
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MENA Heritage Month honors Middle Eastern North African cultures at UW–Madison
The University of Wisconsin–Madison marks each March with the celebration of MENA Heritage Month, which pays tribute to the cultures of the Middle Eastern North African region.
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UW–Madison to honor Shalala and Sensenbrenner with honorary degrees at commencement
Donna E. Shalala and Jim Sensenbrenner will be awarded honorary degrees from the University of Wisconsin–Madison at its spring commencement.