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UW–Madison Biochemist Awarded Prestigious Forestry Prize for Sustainable Energy Discoveries

By Madison Reporter | Apr 17, 2024

University of Wisconsin–Madison biochemistry professor John Ralph, alongside collaborator Wout Boerjan from Ghent University in Belgium, has been awarded the forestry industry's top prize for their research on lignin, a key component of plant cell walls. The Marcus Wallenberg Foundation honored Ralph and Boerjan with the 2024 Marcus Wallenberg Prize for their groundbreaking work in understanding the molecular structure of lignin.The award, often referred to as the "Nobel Prize for forestry," recognizes scientific achievements that contribute to advancements in forestry...

Cheapest regular gas in cities across Dane County in week ending Apr. 13

By Madison Reporter | Apr 16, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Dane County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 13, according to GasBuddy.com.

1 gas station in cities throughout Dane County had the cheapest diesel in week ending Apr. 13

By Madison Reporter | Apr 16, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Dane County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 13, according to GasBuddy.com.

Madison College Board of Trustees Hires Gold Hill Associates for Presidential Search

By Madison Reporter | Apr 16, 2024

The Madison College Board of Trustees has made a significant decision in the search for the next president of Madison College. At the April 3 meeting, the board selected Gold Hill Associates, a Mississippi-based college executive search firm, to assist in this crucial process.Board Chair Donald Dantzler expressed the board's confidence in Gold Hill Associates, stating, “We have full confidence in Gold Hill Associates' expertise and commitment to helping Madison College find the best candidate to lead our institution’s future.” He also added, “We look forward to a robust...

175th Anniversary: Test your knowledge about UW’s campus

By Madison Reporter | Apr 16, 2024

The UW–Madison campus is filled with rich history, if you know where to look. Photo: Jeff MillerA university is more than the bricks and mortar that make up its buildings. But although what happens inside is more important than the four walls outside any lab, lecture hall or library, the University of Wisconsin–Madison’s distinctive built environment enriches daily life on campus.And so, for the university’s 175th anniversary, we thought we’d quiz you on 175 fun facts about the buildings that comprise our physical footprint. But you don’t have time for that (you have 175...

Students Showcase Figure Skating Skills at UW-Madison Exhibition

By Madison Reporter | Apr 16, 2024

Students at the Spring 2024 Figure Skating Exhibition at the Sub Zero Ice Center at the Bakke Recreation and Wellbeing Center at UW–Madison displayed their talents with grace and style. The event, hosted by the Figure Skating Club of UW–Madison, featured a mix of recreational and competitive figure skating performances by the university's students.Angelina Huang skated her final routine to a “La La Land” medley, while Naihua Wang showcased a spin. Rachel Rovinsky performed a routine of “I’ll Make a Man Out of You” from Disney’s “Mulan,” and Anna Kendall demonstrated her...

MPD Initiates Body-Worn Camera Pilot Program

By Madison Reporter | Apr 16, 2024

MADISON, Wis.- The Madison Police Department has officially launched its body-worn camera pilot program on Monday. The initiative follows the Common Council's decision last summer to approve the 90-day pilot program for officers in Madison’s north district.Officers and their supervisors have dedicated the past few weeks to familiarizing themselves with the technology and cameras being used in the program. Professional staff have also undergone training on accessing video storage and managing public requests for video footage.The department has opted to utilize Panasonic...

Southside Elementary's Name Up for Grabs Until April 30

By Madison Reporter | Apr 16, 2024

The MMSD Board of Education has restarted the naming process for Southside Elementary. The school has temporarily been called “Southside” as a placeholder until a permanent name is chosen.The naming process for Southside Elementary began last winter while the school was still under construction. There was a 30-day period for the public to submit naming proposals, and 74 proposals were received. However, the Board decided to pause the work of naming the new school due to superintendent transitions.With the Board hiring Dr. Joe Gothard as MMSD’s new superintendent, the...

Community Development Block Grants preserve hundreds of affordable housing units in Madison

By Madison Reporter | Apr 16, 2024

The City of Madison’s Community Development Division highlighted the impact of Community Development Block Grants on affordable housing in the city over the past year. In 2023, approximately $2 million in funding was allocated to rehabilitate and preserve more than 300 affordable housing units through the Capital Improvements for Non-profit Housing (CINH) program.According to the report, the funds were distributed to various non-profit housing providers in Madison, including Common Wealth Development, Madison Area Community Land Trust, Madison Development Corporation,...

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on e85 gas in cities in Dane County in week ending Apr. 13?

By Madison Reporter | Apr 15, 2024

The only price of e85 gas in cities throughout Dane County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 13, according to GasBuddy.com.

Madison College Hosts Diversity Vendor Marketplace to Increase Inclusion at Campus Bookstore

By Madison Reporter | Apr 15, 2024

Madison College is gearing up to host a diversity vendor marketplace at the Truax campus on Thursday, April 18, featuring products from over 20 area small businesses. The event, open to the public from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., aims to showcase a variety of items such as clothing, candles, gift items, jewelry, and art.Kim Henderson, Madison College's auxiliary services director, expressed the importance of this initiative, stating, "We hope to itemize products for sale in the bookstore as we continue to build partnerships with these vendors." Henderson highlighted that the...

Madison College Collaborates with Diverse Businesses to Expand Bookstore Offerings

By Madison Reporter | Apr 15, 2024

Madison College recently hosted a diversity vendor marketplace event at the Truax campus, showcasing products from over 20 local businesses. The event aimed to promote diversity and inclusion by featuring items from minority, women, disabled, veteran, and LGBT+ owned businesses in the Madison College Bookstore.Kim Henderson, the auxiliary services director at Madison College, expressed the institution's commitment to enhancing diversity in the bookstore. Henderson stated, "We hope to itemize products for sale in the bookstore as we continue to build partnerships with...

Westside Community Connections: Department of Transportation and Metro Transit to Present on Bus Rapid Transit System

By Madison Reporter | Apr 15, 2024

Members of the Madison Common Council are invited to join this month's Westside Community Connections session, featuring a presentation by the Department of Transportation and Metro Transit. The session, scheduled for Thursday, April 18 at 6:00 PM via Zoom, will focus on the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system being developed in the City of Madison.Tom Lynch, Director of Transportation, and Shanae Meacham, Outreach Specialist of Metro Transit, will provide updates on the cost of BRT, the timeline for its operation, and information regarding vehicle and stop accessibility....

Student to student: Out-of-classroom experiences create ‘connectivity’

By Madison Reporter | Apr 15, 2024

Professor Irwin Goldman in the Department of Plant and Agroecosystem Sciences at UW–Madison emphasizes the importance of out-of-classroom experiences for students, stating, “I love being in the classroom with the students… but it has to be mixed in with something else.” Goldman partners with experts like Jon Greendeer and Daniel Cornelius to provide unique learning experiences such as ice fishing, exploring indigenous foodways, and tapping trees for sap, all aimed at connecting class content with the real world.Goldman believes that these experiences lead to a new kind of...

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UW–Madison Biochemist Awarded Prestigious Forestry Prize for Sustainable Energy Discoveries

Cheapest regular gas in cities across Dane County in week ending Apr. 13

1 gas station in cities throughout Dane County had the cheapest diesel in week ending Apr. 13

Madison College Board of Trustees Hires Gold Hill Associates for Presidential Search

175th Anniversary: Test your knowledge about UW’s campus

Students Showcase Figure Skating Skills at UW-Madison Exhibition

MPD Initiates Body-Worn Camera Pilot Program

Southside Elementary's Name Up for Grabs Until April 30

Community Development Block Grants preserve hundreds of affordable housing units in Madison

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on e85 gas in cities in Dane County in week ending Apr. 13?

Madison College Hosts Diversity Vendor Marketplace to Increase Inclusion at Campus Bookstore

Madison College Collaborates with Diverse Businesses to Expand Bookstore Offerings

Westside Community Connections: Department of Transportation and Metro Transit to Present on Bus Rapid Transit System

Student to student: Out-of-classroom experiences create ‘connectivity’

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