UW-Madison

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Access to alcohol among concerns expressed in external Greek Life review session

By Jenna Walters | Apr. 1, 2019

UW-Madison representatives expressed their concerns and suggestions about the university’s Greek community to a panel of experts at an open session held at Memorial Union Monday.  Representatives from University Housing, University Health Services and UW-Madison Greek Chapters along with other community members gathered at an open session held as part of an external review of UW-Madison’s Greek community, to lend their input on what works successfully in the Greek community on campus and what needs to be changed. 

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New solar panels on Gordon could save school money, reduce carbon emissions

By Jenna Walters | Mar. 31, 2019

A collaboration between UW-Madison students and officials to create a more sustainable campus has recently paid off with the installation of an array of solar panels on the roof of Gordon Dining and Event Center, boosting energy efficiency at the university’s largest dining hall. 

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‘Miss Saigon’ discussion cancellation deepens rift between Overture, UW-Madison Asian American Studies Program

By Alyssa Hui | Mar. 28, 2019

After receiving backlash for misrepresenting Asian narratives, a panel discussion on the Broadway musical “Miss Saigon” was organized to provide community members an opportunity to share concerns about the controversial musical. The panel, “Perspectives on Miss Saigon: History and Community,” organized by UW-Madison’s Asian American Studies Program in collaboration with the Overture Center for the Arts, was canceled Wednesday — less than 24 hours before the event.

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New study shows turning off the lights could save a life

By Jenna Walters | Mar. 26, 2019

A team of UW-Madison researchers released new data that shows saving energy, even by simply turning off a light switch, can save consumers’ lives.   The team’s study, which was recently released in the journal Environmental Science & Technology, correlated reduced energy consumption to improved public health through decreased save lives by decreasing the adverse health effects attributed to air pollution.

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UW to pay federal government $1.5 million

By Jenna Walters | Mar. 24, 2019

UW-Madison will pay $1.5 million to the U.S. government in a settlement agreement alleging the university overcharged federal agencies for research projects. 

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Former UW doctor charged in sexual assault case

By Jenna Walters | Mar. 24, 2019

Former UW Health doctor Michael Thom was charged with felony and misdemeanor counts of sexual assault last week after a female patient claimed he made inappropriate sexual advances toward her in 2016. 

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UW Health female anesthesiologist cites abuse, gender-based inequity in legal suit

By Robyn Cawley | Mar. 16, 2019

A female UW Health anesthesiologist filed suit against a former department head and UW System Board of regents, citing unequal pay, opportunity and abuse for female doctors.

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Fate of controversial campus landmark remains undecided

By Jenna Walters | Mar. 15, 2019

Nails’ Tales, the towering sculpture of footballs standing just outside Camp Randall, may soon be non-existent as UW-Madison makes plans to renovate the area around the university landmark.  Installed in 2005, Nails’ Tale quickly became an iconic part of UW-Madison gameday. While walking into the football stadium, UW-Madison community members and visitors alike have gawked at the 50-foot statue for over a decade. 

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Students, UW police chief discuss campus safety issues

By Molly Davis | Mar. 14, 2019

The Wisconsin Union Directorate Society and Politics Committee hosted a roundtable discussion to address campus safety initiatives Wednesday evening. UW-Madison Police Department Chief of Police Kristen Roman discussed with students at Memorial Union various safety topics both on- and off-campus.

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Witte resident faces felony charges for attacking police officer

By Jenna Walters | Mar. 14, 2019

The UW-Madison student who assaulted a university police officer in Witte Residence Hall earlier this week now faces two felony charges.  UW-Madison freshman Logan Mitchell could be charged with battery to an officer after he struck a UW-Madison Police Department officer in the face during an altercation early Sunday morning, causing him significant bodily harm. Mitchell also faces a misdemeanor for resisting an officer. 

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The Society of Women Engineers empowers women to try their hand at welding

By Morgan Lock | Mar. 14, 2019

The Society of Women Engineers held a welding seminar where women in the engineering college were able to come to the Technical Education and Manufacturing lab and make their own union chairs on Tuesday evening.  Emily Theirri, a sophomore majoring in biological systems engineering, ran the seminar, stating that it helps “get women involved in some more technical education.” 

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UW-Madison graduate schools ranked high for quality

By Jenna Walters | Mar. 14, 2019

UW-Madison graduate schools once again ranked among the best in the nation, according to new findings by U.S. News & World Report.  Five UW-Madison graduate programs, including the School of Education and the College of Engineering, were ranked in the top 30 percent of schools in their fields nationwide. 

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UHS representative explores new suicide prevention tactics

By Jenna Walters | Mar. 11, 2019

University Health Services Suicide Prevention Coordinator Valerie Donovan discussed the climate of suicide on UW-Madison’s campus, along with ways students can connect to mental health support, at an Evidence-based Health Policy Project brief at the Wisconsin Capitol.  The brief highlighted the scope of suicide on UW-Madison’s campus and UHS’ prevention strategies for students. 

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UW launches new initiative to enhance administrative processes

By Jenna Walters | Mar. 8, 2019

University of Wisconsin System schools, including UW-Madison, are launching a new initiative that will modernize administrative processes in response to the expanding teaching and research environment on campuses across the state.  In February, the Board of Regents Business and Financial Committee agreed to finance a plan proposed by UW System and UW-Madison finance and administration, which would change financial and human resources processes at campuses across the state. The plan detailed the implementation of cloud-based programming to standardize these administration processes.

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Mental Health Task Force to renew UW-Madison’s mental health resources

By Lexi Schweinert | Mar. 8, 2019

UW-Madison created a mental health task force focused on enhancing the quality of services and support at the university. The task force will be charged with developing innovative ideas to meet the increasing need for mental health awareness for students on campus. The formation of this new group comes from the rejection of the UHS budget proposal by ASM’s Student Services Finance Committee. SSFC rejected the proposal because it did not sufficiently satisfy the demand for services that the campus needs. 

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UW-Madison sued over sexual misconduct allegations by PEOPLE program

By Jenna Walters | Mar. 7, 2019

Following allegations of sexual misconduct, a participant of the Pre-College Enrichment Program for Learning Experience filed a lawsuit against UW-Madison.  The plaintiff in the case, identified as Jane Doe because she is under 18 years old, accused another student in the PEOPLE program of directing inappropriate sexual behavior at her and other female students. The student accused, who is also under 18 years old, is identified as “M” in the lawsuit.

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International LGBTQ students struggle to find inclusion on campus

By Defang Zhang | Mar. 7, 2019

Worldwide acceptance and visibility of those who identify as LGBTQ became more prevalent  on U.S. college campuses in 2018 with events and celebrations held to create a more welcoming environment to all students.  According to a report released by Campus Explorer, only 60 campuses had LGBTQ or Gender and Sexuality Centers in 2006. Today, there are more than 100 within the United States. 

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UW Credit Union to introduce new brand strategy

By Molly Davis | Mar. 5, 2019

UW Credit Union will roll out a new brand strategy informed by Madison consumer research to focus on retaining members beyond their college years, according to its chief marketing officer. The rebranding will include a new logo, new marketing headlines, and a brand position that more accurately reflects UW Credit Union members.

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‘New People New Voices’ interactive Seminar fosters discussion on identity

By Morgan Lock | Mar. 5, 2019

Associated Students of Madison hosted a program called “New People New Voices,” to allow an interactive forum to discuss identity on Tuesday Evening.  The Center For Religion and Global Citizenry, Gender and Sexuality Campus Center, and Promoting Awareness Victim Empowerment organizations came to lead discussions with students. 

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Me Too founder demands increased campus safety, sexual violence prevention

By Jenna Walters | Mar. 5, 2019

Founder of the Me Too Movement Tarana Burke spoke to hundreds of UW-Madison students, faculty and community members Monday, urging them to push the boundaries constructed by the university and create a community based on safety and protection.  Burke, a Bronx, New York native, is a social activist and community organizer who founded the Me Too Movement in 2006. Through her work in social justice, she has shared her lived experience with sexual violence for decades.