
The Wisconsin Idea
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#UWMadison's life-changing research, innovation and education pushes beyond the boundaries of campus to serve Wisconsin & beyond. We call it the Wisconsin Idea.
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http://go.wisc.edu/wi-ideas-newsletter 05-05-2011 17:20:08
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From #OnWisconsin to #GoPackGo: these former Badger Band members traded their 🔴⚪️ for 🟢🟡 and, in doing so, became part of the Tundra Line — the official drumline of the Green Bay Packers. uwalumni.com/news/from-camp…


Hey, Wisconsin! Don't miss out on UW–Madison Division of Extension's Health and Well-Being Institute's brand new website - a go-to hub for information and resources to help community leaders & residents promote health and wellness. go.wisc.edu/4ety0h

Why do birds make so many different sounds? Thanks to 100,00+ recordings taken by birders around the world, researchers UW–Madison learned that things like beak shape, body size, & geographic location play an important role. UW–Madison CALS UW-Madison Nelson Institute news.wisc.edu/why-do-birds-m…


What does the The Wisconsin Idea look like in action? UW-Madison L&S documented impacts in all 72 counties. Check out the UniverCity Alliance and L&S collaborations that are featured! lsmagazine.wisc.edu/issues/fall-20…

.UniverCity Alliance is excited to announce five new community partners in 2025! 🌟 Sheboygan County 🌟 Racine County 🌟 Trempealeau County 🌟 Monroe County 🌟 WI Land+Water univercity.wisc.edu/2025/01/27/uni…


Human Ecology student Audrey Treptow is an undergraduate research assistant at Co-Create, a community-led research, evaluation and facilitation initiative housed by @UWtheCommNS. Co-Create engages students and supports efforts of community organizations: humanecology.wisc.edu/co-create-stud…




For decades, Andy Diercks — a fourth-generation potato farmer from Coloma, WI — and farmers across the state have worked closely with UW–Madison vegetable researchers on tools and innovations to yield a healthier harvest. One Wisconsin. #OnWisconsin 🥔impact.wisc.edu/uw-madison-res…


Big ideas need bold founders—and UW–Madison is making sure they have what they need. 💡 WSB’s Jon Eckhardt leads the Wisconsin Entrepreneurship Initiative, focusing on founders who turn ideas into thriving businesses. Ready to build? Now’s the time. 🔗 news.wisc.edu/panel-uw-to-fo…

Scientists UW–Madison are using #AI to help predict cancer diagnoses, outcomes & drug responses. With the capability to analyze thousands of data points, the team is exploring how #machinelearning could help doctors make better decisions for their patients bit.ly/40IyY4C

A great WCA panel featuring Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin and Jay Rothman about the importance of the Wisconsin Idea and the partnership between our local governments and Universities of Wisconsin across the state. We even ran into some 4-H friends from Extension - Calumet County!


A group of UWMadisonCEE graduate students is designing an affordable, easy-to-use test that will allow residents to identify lead in their tap water. engineering.wisc.edu/news/for-at-ho…


Join us on March 12 for a discussion with Interfaith America founder Eboo Patel. A leading voice on interfaith cooperation & pluralism, Eboo Patel will share his experiences in fostering dialogue & building bridges across lines of difference. Event info: go.wisc.edu/eboopatel 🎟️

An inspiring and provoking conversation with Eboo Patel! His powerful thoughts on the importance of interfaith dialogue, strengthening pluralism & bridging identities left us with much to reflect on — including how our campus community can lead by example.
