Category: Highlights
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Posted on June 1, 2026
UAPC approves changes to biochemistry major to move it from shared to CALS-only program
In March, the University Academic Planning Council (UAPC) approved changes that will move the biochemistry major fully into the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences […]
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Posted on May 26, 2026
Michael Xenos becomes first associate dean for graduate education in CALS
Dean Glenda Gillaspy named Michael Xenos, a professor in the Department of Life Sciences Communication, as the associate dean of graduate education. In this newly […]
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New UW−Madison aging research community map available
A new UW−Madison aging research community map encourages visibility and collaboration among campus researchers who are studying aging. Anyone at UW–Madison interested in aging or lifespan-related research […]
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Posted on May 18, 2026
More than 145 donors support CALS on Day of the Badger
This year’s Day of the Badger was held on April 14-15. CALS received 156 gifts from 147 donors, with 125 gifts going to the CALS […]
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Sign up for Dean Gillaspy’s office hours on May 20
Dean Glenda Gillaspy will be holding office hours for faculty, staff and graduate students who wish to meet with her and discuss college topics. Openings […]
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Posted on May 11, 2026
CALS celebrates graduates during commencement weekend
This past weekend, the college celebrated its spring and summer 2026 graduates at commencement and the CALS graduation celebration. Families, friends, students and staff from […]
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Six CALS faculty honored with Vilas awards
Six CALS faculty members, listed below, were among 48 UW–Madison faculty selected to receive Vilas professorships and awards this year. The awards are supported by […]
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Posted on May 4, 2026
Dairy Innovation Hub announces new director, plus leadership opportunity for CALS faculty
On June 1, Maria Woldt will become the third director of the Dairy Innovation Hub. The state-funded Dairy Innovation Hub spans the three Universities of […]
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Submit feedback for associate dean for graduate education candidates by May 8
CALS has completed the round of interviews and presentations with the candidates for the associate dean for graduate education (ADGE) search. If you participated in […]
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Colleagues honored at 2026 CALS Awards ceremony
On Tuesday, April 28, more than 150 faculty, staff, students, friends and supporters of CALS gathered to celebrate recipients of CALS awards and fellowships, as well […]