Student NewsLink
Oct. 25, 2006
The News
Berquam stresses safety, responsibility on Halloween
Interim Dean of Students Lori Berquam says the combination of large crowds, alcohol and changes to the format of the event make it especially important for all students to take responsibility for their own actions and safety.
Union, living wage initiatives pass
Students voted "yes" to a pair of fall election initiatives that would renovate and upgrade Wisconsin Union facilities and potentially raise wages for student hourly employees, and seats in the student government were also decided. Find out what the results mean.
UW-Madison MBA rated No. 4 in fastest payback
In its latest biennial ranking of MBA programs, BusinessWeek rates the UW-Madison MBA program No. 4 in the nation in terms of fastest return on students' investment. Students who earn an MBA in Madison have their costs of going back to school repaid due to higher salaries in less than five years, compared to more than 15 years for other MBA programs.
Living & Learning
Local TV news: 36 seconds on the election per show?
In the month following the traditional Labor Day kickoff of the 2006 campaign season, television stations in nine Midwest markets devoted an average of 36 seconds to election coverage during the typical 30-minute local news broadcast, a new analysis conducted at UW-Madison shows.
MacArthur Grant funds look at new media, youth
An education research team at UW-Madison will play a significant role in a new $50 million MacArthur Foundation project investigating digital media and its impact on youth culture, learning and literacy.
Podcasting for student ears
Faculty are providing educational materials to students in the form of podcasts, multimedia files (audio or visual or both) that can be played back on portable devices such as iPods or on personal computers.
UHS Health Tip: Free flu shots at UHS
University Health Services (UHS) offers flu shots at no charge on a walk-in basis at UHS, 1552 University Ave. Hours are Monday-Friday from 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. No appointment is necessary. Influenza season strikes during midterms and finals so students are encouraged to get a shot and increase their chances of being healthy during those stressful times. UHS provides flu shots for UW-Madison students only.
Around Campus
APT performs "Romeo and Juliet" in Union Theater
The American Players Theater brings its production of "Romeo and Juliet" to the Memorial Union Theater at 8 p.m. on Thursday and Friday, Oct. 26 and 27. Tickets are $18-30 or $10 for UW-Madison students.
Nobel-winner Stiglitz lectures on campus
The Distinguished Lecture Series brings to campus Joseph Stiglitz, Nobel Prize winner in economics and former senior vice president of the World Bank. 7:30 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 1, in the Union Theater. Tickets are available in the Memorial Union Box Office.
Future of conservation explored
"The Future of Conservation" will be the topic of a free public lecture by Steven Sanderson at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 26, in the Wisconsin Historical Society Auditorium. Sanderson is president and chief executive officer of the Wildlife Conservation Society.
UW Dance Program presents original works
The dance program's emerging student choreographers present original work including solos, duets and a group piece in this annual fall concert. 8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 28, Margaret H'Doubler Performance Space, Lathrop Hall. $5 students and $8 general public.
Notable
Democracy requires informed voters
There is no informed consent if voters do not inform themselves. The university's election-information Web site has the logistical details as well as a link to specific information about what is on the ballot in Dane County, including details about ballot propositions, statements by candidates and more.
Last day to drop classes: Friday, Nov. 3
The last day to drop classes is Friday, Nov. 3, for all students except graduate students.
Opportunities
Workers needed at polls on Election Day
The Madison City Clerk's Office is seeking Madison residents to serve as election officials at polling locations on campus, downtown and on the city's south side for the Nov. 7 general election. To qualify to work as an election official, you must be a U.S. citizen and a Madison resident age 18 or older.