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Guidance for the Graduate School Fall Research Competition
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Guidance for the Graduate School Fall Research Competition

Message from Martin Cadwallader-Vice Chancellor for Research and Dean of the Graduate School Dear Colleagues: We are in the early days of summer, but I […]

Jul
11th
As seen on TV: Biochem alum Jeff Vinokur – a.k.a. the Dancing Scientist – performs on national shows
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As seen on TV: Biochem alum Jeff Vinokur – a.k.a. the Dancing Scientist – performs on national shows

After taking some time to get his graduate research project up and running at UCLA, CALS biochemistry alumnus Jeffrey Vinokur – a.k.a. The Dancing Scientist […]

Jul
7th
Donohue takes on roll of ASM president
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Donohue takes on roll of ASM president

Bacteriology professor and Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center director Tim Donohue stepped into the role of president of the American Society for Microbiology (ASM) on […]

Jul
7th
2014 Energy Summit to focus on global energy outlook
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2014 Energy Summit to focus on global energy outlook

The Wisconsin Energy Institute has announced the topics and speakers for the 2014 Energy Summit set for October 29, 2014. They are available on the […]

Jul
7th
CIAS Barn Dance was a success
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CIAS Barn Dance was a success

Thank you so much to everyone who came out to the CIAS 25th Anniversary Barn Dance on June 27 at Schuster’s Farm near Deerfield. About 175 people enjoyed music, dancing, local food, a silent auction and unequaled camaraderie at this event.

Jul
7th
Another successful show for UW Sheep Program
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Another successful show for UW Sheep Program

The UW’s sheep program did very well at the National Polypay Sheep Show, winning National Champion Ewe and Res National Champion Ram. According to Todd […]

Jul
7th
Hancock’s annual Potato Field Day set for July 22
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Hancock’s annual Potato Field Day set for July 22

The Hancock Agricultural Research Station‘s annual Potato Field Day is set for 12:30 – 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 22. Event details are in the […]

Jul
7th
Arriaga and Endelman receive Aberle Faculty Fellow Awards
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Arriaga and Endelman receive Aberle Faculty Fellow Awards

Soil science’s Francisco Arriaga and horticulture’s Jeffrey Endelman have been selected to receive Elton D. and Carrie R. Aberle Faculty Fellow Awards. The award, established […]

Jul
7th
Jean-Michel Ane named Rothermel-Bascom Professor in Agronomy
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Jean-Michel Ane named Rothermel-Bascom Professor in Agronomy

Agronomy professor Jean-Michel Ane was recently appointed the Rothermel-Bascom Professor in Agronomy. The five-year professorship, bestowed by the UW-Madison Office of the Provost and Vice […]

Jul
7th
Susan Nitzke recognized for outstanding achievement in nutrition education
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Susan Nitzke recognized for outstanding achievement in nutrition education

Susan Nitzke, professor emerita in the Department of Nutritional Sciences and former University of Wisconsin-Extension nutrition specialist, received the Helen Denning Ullrich Award of Excellence […]

Jul
7th