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Onwisconsin Fall 2009
For University of Wisconsin-Madison Alumni and Friends FALL 2009 Who’s at the Wheel? The UW helps steer American Nature’s Laboratory automakers toward recovery. To those who will listen and learn, the UW Arboretum tells many stories. Enlarging Darwin’s Legacy Lynn Margulis MS’60 has refined the science of evolution. Wolf Gang UW researchers try to help the state manage wolves. Not a Single Polka These songs that say Wisconsin may surprise you. GARY SCH U LZ Mary Kassner, Leland School 1958 The University of Wisconsin has been educating teachers for our state’s schools from the very beginning. Knowledgeable, well-taught teachers can inspire young minds to think, question and learn — giving them the tools they need to succeed in a rapidly changing world. Whatever the education goal, from accounting to zoology, students at UW-Madison learn the skills they need to make their dreams come true and the world a better place. With more than 350,000 living alumni, we have been teaching the people who change the world for more than 150 years. FORWARD. THINKING. www.wisconsinidea.wisc.edu 4 An ON interdisciplinary WISCONSIN course on the global AIDS pandemic is taught by experts in medical history and anthropology. FALL 2009 contents VOLUME 110, NUMBER 3 Features 22 For All the Right Seasons By Madeline Fisher PhD’98 During its seventy-five years and the changing of the seasons, the UW Arboretum has told stories to those who will listen and learn. Even as visitors escape the demands of city life to enjoy its beauty and tranquillity, it has taught researchers just how much human forces shape the land. -
Summer 2003 Issue of the Wisconsin Magazine of History
SUMMER 2003 Wisconsin’s Environmental Horizons Celebrating our Lands, Lakes, and Wildlife Wisconsin Historical Society Aldo Leopold Foundation ldo Leopold shaped the thinking of millions through the publication of A Sand County Almanac, and Sketches Here and There, which came out in 1949 and is often cited Aas the century’s most influential conservation book. Sib- lings Bob and Janet Silbernagel, however, who grew up in the 1960s and ’70s on a farm near the town of Riley in southwestern Dane County, absorbed Leopold’s influence directly through the land itself. In their story for this issue, they recount the history of the Riley Game Cooperative and reveal the impact of Leopold’s work on their lives. WISCONSIN State Historian Michael E. Stevens Editor J. Kent Calder Managing Editor Diane T. Drexler Associate Editor Margaret T. Dwyer Production Manager Deborah T. Johnson Reviews Editor Masarah Van Eyck Research and Editorial Assistants Joel Heiman, John Nondorf David Waskowski, John Zimm Designer 2 Kenneth A. Miller 2 THE WISCONSIN MAGAZINE OF HISTORY, published Conservation Pioneers 2 quarterly, is one of the many benefits of membership in the Wisconsin Historical Society. Individual memberships are Jens Jensen and the Friends of $37.50 per year; senior citizen individual, $27.50; family, Our Native Landscape $47.50; senior citizen family, $37.50; institutional, $55; sup- porting, $100; sustaining, $250; patron, $500; life (one per- By William H. Tishler son), $1,000. To receive the Wisconsin Magazine of History, join the and Erik M. Ghenoiu Society! To join or to give a gift membership, send a check to Membership, Wisconsin Historical Society, 816 State Street, Madison, WI 53706-1482, or call the Membership Expanding Waters 16 Office at 888-748-7479. -
Application and Certify That to the Best of My Knowledge All Information Is Accurate
Postsecondary Sustainability Award Nominee Presentation Form ELIGIBILITY CERTIFICATIONS College or University Certifications The signature of college or university President (or equivalent) on the next page certifies that each of the statements below concerning the institution’s eligibility and compliance with the following requirements is true and correct to the best of their knowledge. 1. The college or university has been evaluated and selected from among institutions within the Nominating Authority’s jurisdiction, based on high achievement in the three ED-GRS Pillars: 1) reduced environmental impact and costs; 2) improved health and wellness; and 3) effective environmental and sustainability education. 2. The college or university is providing the U.S. Department of Education Office of Civil Rights (OCR) access to information necessary to investigate a civil rights complaint or to conduct a compliance review. 3. OCR has not issued a violation letter of findings to the college or university concluding that the nominated college or university has violated one or more of the civil rights statutes. A violation letter of findings will not be considered outstanding if OCR has accepted a corrective action plan to remedy the violation. 4. The U.S. Department of Justice does not have a pending suit alleging that the college or university has violated one or more of the civil rights statutes or the Constitution’s equal protection clause. 5. There are no findings by Federal Student Aid of violations in respect to the administration of Title IV student aid funds. 6. The college or university is in good standing with its regional or national accreditor. -
UW-Madison Payroll and Benefit Coordinators
UW-Madison Department Payroll and Benefit Coordinators UDDS Name Phone Email Address Dept Name Allison Niles (608) 262-4442 [email protected] 700 Regent St, room 5101 G SERV/HUMAN RES/PAYROLL SVC Geraldine Bodley (608) 890-2304 [email protected] 21 N Park St G SERV/HUMAN RES/PAYROLL SVC Hong Zhang (608) 265-4473 [email protected] 1450 LINDEN DR CALS Human Resources AGRICULTURAL HALL Lynn Freeman (608) 890-4398 [email protected] 21 N PARK ST Office of Human Resources - General Marilyn Gardner (608) 262-5203 [email protected] 21 N PARK ST Office of Human Resources - General Michele Rohde [email protected] 21 N PARK ST G SERV/HUMAN RES/PAYROLL SVC PARK ST N 21 Sheryl Frank (608) 265-1162 [email protected] 21 N Park St, room 5408 G SERV/HUMAN RES/COP Timothy Delaney (608) 890-4474 [email protected] 21 N PARK ST G SERV/HUMAN RES/PAYROLL SVC A011000 Karen Aune (608) 262-9949 [email protected] 500 LINCOLN DR, room 97 Office of the Chancellor BASCOM HALL A011095 Karen Aune (608) 262-9949 [email protected] 500 LINCOLN DR, room 97 Office of the Chancellor BASCOM HALL A016000 Karen Aune (608) 262-9949 [email protected] 500 LINCOLN DR, room 97 Office of the Chancellor BASCOM HALL A017000 Heather Daniels (608) 265-4562 [email protected] 500 LINCOLN DR, room 133 Secretary of the Faculty BASCOM HALL A017000 Karen Aune (608) 262-9949 [email protected] 500 LINCOLN DR, room 97 Office of the Chancellor BASCOM HALL A020500 Amanda Vinova (608) 262-2769 [email protected] 21 N Park St, room 5271 G SERV/HUMAN -
Onwisconsin Winter 2009
For University of Wisconsin-Madison Alumni and Friends The Wayfinder Meg Gaines helps patients navigate the turmoil of a serious medical diagnosis. WINTER 2009 We’re Not Making These Up Badgers have uttered some of the nation’s most enduring quotes. Can Less Be More? Americans are learning the tough lessons of a weakened economy. Whole Lotta Hillel The Jewish student center gets a big new home. First Do Some Good Medical students take the lead to care for the homeless. Invest in Great PEOPLE Ensure that the leaders of tomorrow can afford a world-class UW-Madison education today. Ben Van Pelt aspires to be the next great American writer. Right now, he’s a triple-major, work-study student. When he isn’t in class, he trains for his hobby – wrestling – and gains stamina for his second, late-night job. But even smart, ambitious students like Ben can’t afford to attend UW-Madison by simply working more hours. Your gift to the Great People Scholarship will create a pool of financial resources for promising scholars like Ben while ensuring the socioeconomic diversity of a strong public university. Make your gift now and the UW Foundation will boost its impact with a match. Go to uwgreatpeople.org to learn more and to give online today. Great People Move Wisconsin Forward 4 ON WISCONSIN OnWisconsin_InsideFrontCover_09-30-09_v01.indd 1 10/2/2009 10:41:02 AM WINTER 2009 contents VOLUME 110, NUMBER 4 Features 22 The Wayfinders By Jenny Price ’96 After the initial shock of hearing a grave health prognosis comes the confusion. -
Board of Regents of the University of Wisconsin System Agenda
Board of Regents of the University of Wisconsin System Office of the Secretary 1860 Van Hise Hall Madison, Wisconsin 53706 (608)262-2324 November 1, 2000 TO: Each Regent FROM: Judith A. Temby RE: Agendas and supporting documents for meetings of the Board and Committees to be held on November 9 and 10, 2000. Thursday, November 9, 2000 10:00 a.m. – Facility Tour: meet in Van Hise Garage All Regents Invited 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. – Development Program 1820 Van Hise Hall All Regents Invited 1:00 p.m. – Business and Finance Committee: Management Flexibility 1820 Van Hise Hall All Regents Invited 1:30 p.m. – Joint Session with Business and Finance Committee and Physical Planning and Funding Committee 1820 Van Hise Hall 1:30 p.m. – Education Committee 1920 Van Hise Hall 2:00 p.m. – Business and Finance Committee reconvenes 1820 Van Hise Hall 2:00 p.m. – Physical Planning and Funding Committee reconvenes 1511 Van Hise Hall 3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. – Business and Finance Committee – All Regents Invited Public Forum on Trust Fund Investments Room 4151, Grainger Hall 975 University Avenue Friday, November 10, 2000 9:00 a.m. – Board of Regents 1820 Van Hise Hall Persons wishing to comment on specific agenda items may request permission to speak at Regent Committee meetings. Requests to speak at the full Board meeting are granted only on a selective basis. Requests to speak should be made in advance of the meeting and should be communicated to the Secretary of the Board at the above address. -
Onwisconsin Winter 2014
For University of Wisconsin-Madison Alumni and Friends The Cost of College A Primer on Tuition 24 A Conversation about Debt 30 Winter 2014 YOUR PRESENT. OUR FUTURE. GIFTS CAN MULTI-TASK. By establishing a charitable gift annuity at the University of Wisconsin Foundation, you • invest in the future of the UW-Madison • receive income for life • generate tax benefits For more information, contact Scott McKinney in the Office of Gift Planning at [email protected] or 608-262-6241. On, Wisconsin! Organic man-made pearls starting from $90 - $350.00 6202 University Ave. • Middleton, WI 53562 www.chalmersjewelers.com • 608-233-4700 WINTER 2014 3 Chalmers Red&White Ad.indd 1 7/31/14 12:37 PM WWW.WISC.EDU 4 ON WISCONSIN THIS MESSAGE FURNISHED BY THE UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN–MADISON 14310-UW-Print_8.375x10.875.indd 1 9/30/14 12:57 PM WINTER 2014 contents VOLUME 115, NUMBER 4 Features 24 The Price is Right By Jenny Price ’96 Who sets tuition, and what does it cover, anyway? We look at the bottom line of attending college, steps to keep it affordable, and the reasons why it’s well worth the investment. 30 Are the Kids Really All Right? By Sandy Knisely ’09 MA’13 As the cost of a college education rises, so does the need for financial literacy. UW administrators and researchers are trying to find the best ways to educate students and parents about debt, value, and planning for the future. 44 34 Humanities for the Real World By Mary Ellen Gabriel Take the tradition of storytelling and creativity within the human- ities fields and blend it with a commitment to join the digital age, and you have the recipe for an exciting campus evolution. -
Onwisconsin Winter 2010
For University of Wisconsin-Madison Alumni and Friends Head Games Ann McKee ’75 tackles the devastating effects of brain injuries in athletes. WINTER 2010 Discoveries Then and Next UW minds have changed the world. Now what? Global Prescription These kindred spirits are working to alleviate cancer pain. Won’t Forget, Can Forgive Sometimes prison walls encircle human compassion. Invest in Great PEOPLE Ensure that the leaders of tomorrow can afford a world-class UW-Madison education today. Cameron Jones wants to change the educational system in America. He wants to get an advanced degree in educational administration, and help students from all backgrounds succeed in school. But first he plans to join the Peace Corps and give back to the world at large. While majoring in Sociology with a certificate in Criminal Justice, Cameron works on campus 25 hours a week. But he still cannot afford to attend UW-Madison by simply working more hours. Your gift to the Great People Scholarship creates a pool of financial resources for promising students like Cameron while ensuring the future of a strong public university. Make your gift now and the UW Foundation will boost its impact with a match. Go to uwgreatpeople.org to learn more and to give online today. Great People Move Wisconsin Forward OnWisconsin_InsideFrontCover_08-05-10_v01.indd 1 10/25/2010 3:34:10 PM WINTER 2010 contents VOLUME 111, NUMBER 4 Features 22 Head-On Collision By John Allen With every brain she dissects, neuropathologist Ann McKee ’75 discovers more about chronic traumatic encephalopathy, the disease that results from repeated brain injuries.