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• First KlezKamp to celebrate Yiddish language and culture to be held in July June 9, 2011 From July 10-14, the Mayrent Institute for Yiddish Culture at the University of Wisconsin-Madison will host Madison KlezKamp, modeled after its parent program, KlezKamp: The Yiddish Folk Arts Program, which has attracted more than 20,000 participants from around the world since its inception.
• Lubar Institute develops interfaith performance program for teens May 2, 2011 "What is a courageous act?"
• Volunteers needed for National Science Olympiad April 27, 2011 Many opportunities are available for people interested in volunteering at the National Science Olympiad, to be held on campus May 18-21.
• UW-Madison’s economic impact statewide hits $12.4 billion March 30, 2011 The University of Wisconsin-Madison's profound impact on Wisconsin's economy, one that totals $12.4 billion annually, is detailed in a new report that underscores the importance of the university to the state's economic well being.
• Wisconsin Center for Education Products and Services launched March 28, 2011 To meet a growing demand to bring education research and development to the general public, friends of the University of Wisconsin-Madison have established the Wisconsin Center for Education Products and Services (WCEPS).
• Science is in your hands at annual Science Expeditions event March 24, 2011 A little hands-on exploration can open a whole new world, and Science Expeditions — set for Saturday, April 2, this year — is a passport to the world of research at UW–Madison.
• UW-Madison musicians mentor area high-schoolers March 17, 2011 Within the instrument-strewn classrooms of four regional high schools, University of Wisconsin-Madison musicians are inspiring the next generation of classical performers.
• UW-Madison celebrates 50 years of Peace Corps, Wisconsin Idea with events March 14, 2011 Celebrating 50 years of the Peace Corps and the state of Wisconsin's history of volunteerism and public service, the University of Wisconsin-Madison will host a variety of free and public programs featuring stories, film, poetry and some well-known former Peace Corps volunteers on Friday and Saturday, March 25-26, as part of "Peace Corps and Africa: 50 Years," an event honoring and assessing a half-century of volunteer service.
• Sharing the Joy: It’s a win-win situation for Badger Volunteers and community groups Jan. 18, 2011 Talk about Badger spirit. A volunteer program that started small now spreads the enthusiasm and generosity of more than 400 UW-Madison students each semester to schools, community centers, food banks and more. Starting Tuesday, Jan. 18, students can begin registering online to take part in the program during spring semester.
• Registration for Badger Volunteers begins Jan. 18 Jan. 14, 2011 Talk about Badger spirit. A volunteer program that started small now spreads the enthusiasm and generosity of more than 400 University of Wisconsin-Madison students each semester to schools, community centers, food banks and more.
• UW-Madison: There’s an app for that Dec. 3, 2010 Mobile UW, the University of Wisconsin-Madison's official iPhone app, is now available for free download from the Apple App Store.
• Book nominations sought for Go Big Read program Nov. 29, 2010 The University of Wisconsin-Madison's common book program, Go Big Read, is engaging students, faculty, staff and the community in a shared academic experience as they read and discuss "The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks" by Rebecca Skloot.
• Madison kids invited to trick or treat with campus Greeks Oct. 25, 2010 University of Wisconsin-Madison fraternities and sororities will again host "Trick-or-Treat with the Greeks," an opportunity for area children to experience a fun and safe Halloween on campus, from 3-6 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 27.
• UWPD launches bicycle education and enforcement campaign Sept. 10, 2010 During the next month, the University Police Department will be conducting concentrated bicycle education and enforcement throughout the campus.
• Badger Volunteers signup deadline approaches Sept. 10, 2010 The deadline to sign up to join the Badger Volunteers is on Tuesday, Sept. 14.
• Recording booth will capture memories of Sterling Hall bombing Aug. 20, 2010 For those who were in Madison on Aug. 24, 1970, memories of the bombing of Sterling Hall - the sounds that woke them in the middle of the night, the images of the aftermath - are indelible.
• Join Engineers Without Borders to design Lake Wingra biofiltration garden Aug. 18, 2010 Students from the University of Wisconsin-Madison chapter of Engineers Without Borders (EWB) are inviting Madison community members to join them the morning of Saturday, Aug. 21, to help design a biofiltration garden that will clean the Vilas Beach area of Lake Wingra.
• UW-Madison repeats as a major contributor to Teach For America July 15, 2010 Year after year, the University of Wisconsin-Madison has produced top numbers of Peace Corps members, working to extend understanding around the world. But recent graduates also continue to make a measurable impact on educational equity here in the United States.
• Atlanta middle-school students join Wisconsin peers at science camp July 14, 2010 This summer, there's no cooler place to be than in the lab for two dozen scientifically minded middle-school students.
• Latest Badger Poll results to be released July 14, 2010 The results of the University of Wisconsin-Madison's 30th Badger Poll will be released this week.