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• Learning is all in the family at Grandparents University July 14, 2009 The year 2009 is the International Year of Astronomy, and grandparents and grandchildren will mark the occasion by learning about celestial objects as part of the ninth annual Grandparents University (GPU) at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
• New Web site showcases roles, activities of UW-Madison academic staff July 2, 2009 On July 1, the University of Wisconsin-Madison unveiled a Web portal that highlights the diversity of the nearly 7,000 professionals who make significant contributions in research, teaching and service at UW-Madison.
• Sounds of early music to fill Madison air June 29, 2009 Study with virtuosos and early music vocal masters, and perform period music at the Madison Early Music Festival July 11-18.
• Chemistry professor reveals the science behind fireworks June 24, 2009 Come early to the Memorial Union Terrace this Saturday, June 27, to stake out a good seat for Rhythm and Booms and learn about the science behind the spectacle.
• From Earth to the universe to Capitol Square June 24, 2009 On Saturday, June 27, wonders from the far reaches of the universe will be brought down to Earth on the Capitol Square.
• Self-study course assists those planning for retirement June 24, 2009 As Judy Ettinger puzzled over her retirement options a few years ago, her 30-plus years of experience in career counseling and career development proved to be invaluable.
• 'Planet Trek' offers chance to walk or bike scale model of solar system June 19, 2009 The University of Wisconsin-Madison Space Place and the Monona Terrace invite the public to Planet Trek Fest at Monona Terrace on Saturday, June 20.
• Video: UW-Madison partners with MMSD for literacy June 17, 2009 On May 11, more than 200 Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD) students participated in a fun musical program stressing the importance of literacy and self-esteem.
• Thoreau Elementary students to demonstrate importance of literacy through song May 8, 2009 More than 200 Madison Metropolitan School District students will come together on Monday, May 11, to share what they have learned from a literacy program that stresses self-esteem through music.
• National Children's Study set to roll out in Waukesha May 7, 2009 The National Children's Study's Waukesha County Vanguard Center begins recruiting volunteers on Monday, May 11, to take part in the largest long-term study of children's health and development ever conducted in the U.S.
• University announces title of ‘Go Big Read’ book May 6, 2009 From a short list compiled by a review committee from the nearly 400 nominated titles for the university's Go Big Read common book program, Chancellor Biddy Martin has selected "In Defense of Food: An Eater's Manifesto," by Michael Pollan, as the book for the inaugural year.
• Songs raise awareness about aquatic invasive species May 5, 2009 A new initiative at the University of Wisconsin-Madison is using music to raise public awareness about aquatic invasive species in the state.
• Wisconsin Poverty Report gauges nature and extent of problem statewide May 4, 2009 The first-ever Wisconsin Poverty Report finds that nearly 11 percent of Wisconsin's population and one in seven children lived in poverty in 2007 and that the need for food - and almost always with it is poverty - has grown substantially as the recession deepened in the last two years.
• Researchers explore the broad-reaching effects of a pandemic in Wisconsin April 28, 2009 If a pandemic hit Madison, canceling a football game at the University of Wisconsin-Madison's Camp Randall would protect thousands from exposure to illness. However, the economic cost would be substantial for stadium workers and employees at nearby restaurants and businesses if widespread, prolonged illness forced officials to call off an entire season of Badger football.
• Gladfelter Awards recognize government innovation April 28, 2009 Improvements in the state's capital finance program, Madison's switch from manual to automated refuse collection and an informational blitz on a city of Princeton referendum have won Lloyd D. Gladfelter Awards for government innovation.
• Recent sightings: Vet Med open house April 27, 2009
• Students help build Dane County's 150th Habitat for Humanity home April 27, 2009 "Owning a home was my dream," Tina Bias told the crowd assembled in her new living room as she wiped away tears. As she thanked the dozens of volunteers who made her dream a reality, her youngest daughter waved enthusiastically at Bucky Badger.
• Concert Choir offers yardwork service April 14, 2009 Spring break means different things to different people: beach bacchanal, service trip, research and study intensive, or deposits into an overdrawn sleep account.
• Find local food with the 2009 Southern Wisconsin Farm Fresh Atlas April 2, 2009 Whether you are cooking at home or enjoying a meal out on the town, the 2009 Southern Wisconsin Farm Fresh Atlas can steer you to local, sustainably grown food. The 2009 edition will be available for free in Madison and across southern Wisconsin beginning April 18.
• Space Place, MMSD plan celebration of 100 Hours of Astronomy March 31, 2009 Few areas of science enchant us as much as astronomy. We view the stars each night; we make connections between astronomy and many other scientific fields. Rarely, though, do we get a chance to explore the heavens through organized events.