University alumna named as Wisconsin Institute for Discovery director
By Hannah Altwegg | Nov. 29, 2016The Wisconsin Institute for Discovery announced UW-Madison alumna Jo Handelsman as its new director Tuesday.
The Wisconsin Institute for Discovery announced UW-Madison alumna Jo Handelsman as its new director Tuesday.
The Wisconsin Alumni Association announced the recipients of the 2016 Forward under 40 Award Monday, according to a university press release.
In recent months, Planned Parenthood has faced much opposition in the Wisconsin courthouse, which has resulted in a major reduction in services as well as an attempted deflation of women’s rights across the state.
As renovations to the South East Recreational Facility begin in the next few years, Rec Sports Director John Horn said he is focused on maintaining student participation, affordability and accessibility for recreational activities on campus. Rec Sports’ mission is to enhance the UW-Madison experience by providing high quality programs, services and facilities that promote the social, mental and physical well-being of the campus community, according to its website.
The Associated Students of Madison Student Council heard a presentation Wednesday from 4W, a campuswide initiative advocating for women’s rights.
The Associated Students of Madison Sustainability Committee met Wednesday to discuss upcoming campaigns and events for the semester.
The Associated Students of Madison Equity and Inclusion Committee met Monday to update members on the committee’s plans to improve inclusion on campus.
UW System President Ray Cross and Board of Regents President Regina Millner shared support in a Jan. 19 statement for Gov. Scott Walker’s emphasis on affordable higher education in the State of the State address.