Science calendar
- July 5
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Arboretum Volunteer Workday
Wingra Oak Savanna Volunteer for restoration activities and learn about prairies and savannas. Tools and training are provided, and groups are welcome with advance notice. Meet at the gravel parking lot along Arbor Drive just off Monroe Street. Wingra Oak Savanna. 9 a.m.-noon. Information: 265-3355, pabrown1@wisc.edu
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Arboretum Volunteer Workday
- July 8
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UW-Libraries Workshops
SciFinder Scholar: Searching the Chemical Literature Get an overview of SciFinder Scholar database and search features, including structure, substructure, reaction and research topic. Also get hands-on practice using ANALYZE/REFINE for improved retrieval, remote access and downloading for citation management. 2361 Chemistry. Noon-1:15 p.m. Information: 262-4308, libinstruct@library.wisc.edu
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UW-Libraries Workshops
- July 9
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Wednesday Nite at the Lab
Sharing Insights From the University Research Park Mark Bugher, University Research Park, reviews ideas on what it takes to sow and grow a university research park, and shares insights from his recent trip to Kirov, Russia, as part of a US delegation collaborating with the Vyatka State University to launch a research park in the heart of a former bioweapons center of the old USSR. 1111 Genetics-Biotechnology Center Building. 7 p.m. Information: 265-2420, zinnen@biotech.wisc.edu
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Wednesday Nite at the Lab
- July 11
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After Chernobyl
Exhibit of Photographs by Michael Foster Rothbart The photographs tell the story of people living their lives in territories still contaminated from the Chernobyl disaster 22 years ago. Atrium, Health Sciences Learning Center. 12 a.m. Information: 242-1131, info@mfrphoto.com -
UW-Libraries Workshops
Effective PubMed Searching Learn how to successfully mine PubMed (MEDLINE), the world's largest biomedical literature database, using advanced features such as Medical Subject Headings (MeSH), limits, clinical queries, citation matcher, and the new My NCBI feature for saving searches, search results, and setting up customized tabs or alerts for topics or journal. 2121 Health Sciences Learning Center. Noon-1 p.m. Information: 262-4308, libinstruct@library.wisc.edu
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After Chernobyl
- July 12
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After Chernobyl
Exhibit of Photographs by Michael Foster Rothbart The photographs tell the story of people living their lives in territories still contaminated from the Chernobyl disaster 22 years ago. Atrium, Health Sciences Learning Center. 12 a.m. Information: 242-1131, info@mfrphoto.com -
Arboretum Longenecker Gardens Tour
Core Area and Curtis Prairie Volunteer for restoration activities and learn about prairies and savannas. Tools and training are provided, and groups are welcome with advance notice. Meet at the front steps of the Visitor Center. Arboretum Visitor Center, 1207 Seminole Highway. 9 a.m.-noon. Information: 265-3355, pabrown1@wisc.edu -
Arboretum Longenecker Gardens Tour
Reading the Prairie Landscape An open-grown oak surrounded by human invention or flowering spurge lining the edge of a cornfield give clues into landscapes of the past. This class will help the student pay closer attention to historical clues and to develop a keen eye for reading the prairie landscapes of today. An emphasis will be placed on prairie plant adaptations, prairie plant families and identification. Recommended reading: "Prairie Plants of the UW-Madison Arboretum." Arboretum Visitor Center, 1207 Seminole Highway. 1-3:30 p.m. Cost: $16 general, $14 members of Friends of the Arboretum. Information: 265-3355, pabrown1@wisc.edu
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After Chernobyl
- July 13
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After Chernobyl
Exhibit of Photographs by Michael Foster Rothbart The photographs tell the story of people living their lives in territories still contaminated from the Chernobyl disaster 22 years ago. Atrium, Health Sciences Learning Center. 12 a.m. Information: 242-1131, info@mfrphoto.com -
Arboretum Longenecker Gardens Tour
Butterflies Warm, sunny days in July are the best times for seeing lots of butterflies and other fascinating insects that visit flowers on the prairie. Arboretum Visitor Center, 1207 Seminole Highway. 1:30-2:30 p.m. Information: 265-3355, pabrown1@wisc.edu
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After Chernobyl
- July 14
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After Chernobyl
Exhibit of Photographs by Michael Foster Rothbart The photographs tell the story of people living their lives in territories still contaminated from the Chernobyl disaster 22 years ago. Atrium, Health Sciences Learning Center. 12 a.m. Information: 242-1131, info@mfrphoto.com
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After Chernobyl
- July 15
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After Chernobyl
Exhibit of Photographs by Michael Foster Rothbart The photographs tell the story of people living their lives in territories still contaminated from the Chernobyl disaster 22 years ago. Atrium, Health Sciences Learning Center. 12 a.m. Information: 242-1131, info@mfrphoto.com
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After Chernobyl
- July 16
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After Chernobyl
Exhibit of Photographs by Michael Foster Rothbart The photographs tell the story of people living their lives in territories still contaminated from the Chernobyl disaster 22 years ago. Atrium, Health Sciences Learning Center. 12 a.m. Information: 242-1131, info@mfrphoto.com -
Wednesday Nite at the Lab
Fundamentals of Science Teaching Stephen Collins, Academy of Sacred Heart of New Orleans, speaks courtesy of sponsorship by the Materials Research Science and Engineering Center. 1111 Genetics-Biotechnology Center Building. 7 p.m. Information: 265-2420, zinnen@biotech.wisc.edu
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After Chernobyl
- July 17
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After Chernobyl
Exhibit of Photographs by Michael Foster Rothbart The photographs tell the story of people living their lives in territories still contaminated from the Chernobyl disaster 22 years ago. Atrium, Health Sciences Learning Center. 12 a.m. Information: 242-1131, info@mfrphoto.com
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After Chernobyl
- July 18
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After Chernobyl
Exhibit of Photographs by Michael Foster Rothbart The photographs tell the story of people living their lives in territories still contaminated from the Chernobyl disaster 22 years ago. Atrium, Health Sciences Learning Center. 12 a.m. Information: 242-1131, info@mfrphoto.com
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After Chernobyl
- July 19
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After Chernobyl
Exhibit of Photographs by Michael Foster Rothbart The photographs tell the story of people living their lives in territories still contaminated from the Chernobyl disaster 22 years ago. Atrium, Health Sciences Learning Center. 12 a.m. Information: 242-1131, info@mfrphoto.com -
Arboretum Volunteer Workday
Grady Tract Volunteer for restoration activities and learn about prairies and savannas. Tools and training are provided, and groups are welcome with advance notice. Grady Tract parking lot, southeast corner of the Beltline and Seminole Highway. 9 a.m.-noon. Information: 265-3355, pabrown1@wisc.edu -
Arboretum Longenecker Gardens Tour
Midsummer Delights Enjoy an evening walk near the Visitor Center featuring midsummer flowers and night music from prairie insects. Arboretum Visitor Center, 1207 Seminole Highway. 8-9:30 p.m. Information: 265-3355, pabrown1@wisc.edu
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After Chernobyl
- July 20
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After Chernobyl
Exhibit of Photographs by Michael Foster Rothbart The photographs tell the story of people living their lives in territories still contaminated from the Chernobyl disaster 22 years ago. Atrium, Health Sciences Learning Center. 12 a.m. Information: 242-1131, info@mfrphoto.com
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After Chernobyl
- July 21
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After Chernobyl
Exhibit of Photographs by Michael Foster Rothbart The photographs tell the story of people living their lives in territories still contaminated from the Chernobyl disaster 22 years ago. Atrium, Health Sciences Learning Center. 12 a.m. Information: 242-1131, info@mfrphoto.com
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After Chernobyl
- July 22
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After Chernobyl
Exhibit of Photographs by Michael Foster Rothbart The photographs tell the story of people living their lives in territories still contaminated from the Chernobyl disaster 22 years ago. Atrium, Health Sciences Learning Center. 12 a.m. Information: 242-1131, info@mfrphoto.com
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After Chernobyl
- July 23
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After Chernobyl
Exhibit of Photographs by Michael Foster Rothbart The photographs tell the story of people living their lives in territories still contaminated from the Chernobyl disaster 22 years ago. Atrium, Health Sciences Learning Center. 12 a.m. Information: 242-1131, info@mfrphoto.com -
Wednesday Nite at the Lab
The New Interdisciplinary Research Complex Paul DeLuca, School of Medicine and Public Health. The $134 million Interdisciplinary Research Complex (IRC) is designed to encourage collaborations of scientists from different disciplines to address urgent health problems of common concern. The IRC will open later this summer and is being constructed next to UW Hospital and Clinics and the Health Sciences Learning Center to allow new scientific discoveries to move rapidly from research laboratories to clinical care settings. 1111 Genetics-Biotechnology Center Building. 7 p.m. Information: 265-2420, zinnen@biotech.wisc.edu
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After Chernobyl
- July 24
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After Chernobyl
Exhibit of Photographs by Michael Foster Rothbart The photographs tell the story of people living their lives in territories still contaminated from the Chernobyl disaster 22 years ago. Atrium, Health Sciences Learning Center. 12 a.m. Information: 242-1131, info@mfrphoto.com
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After Chernobyl
- July 25
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After Chernobyl
Exhibit of Photographs by Michael Foster Rothbart The photographs tell the story of people living their lives in territories still contaminated from the Chernobyl disaster 22 years ago. Atrium, Health Sciences Learning Center. 12 a.m. Information: 242-1131, info@mfrphoto.com
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After Chernobyl
- July 26
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After Chernobyl
Exhibit of Photographs by Michael Foster Rothbart The photographs tell the story of people living their lives in territories still contaminated from the Chernobyl disaster 22 years ago. Atrium, Health Sciences Learning Center. 12 a.m. Information: 242-1131, info@mfrphoto.com -
Arboretum Longenecker Gardens Tour
Core Area and Curtis Prairie Volunteer for restoration activities and learn about prairies and savannas. Tools and training are provided, and groups are welcome with advance notice. Meet at the front steps of the Visitor Center. Arboretum Visitor Center, 1207 Seminole Highway. 9 a.m.-noon. Information: 265-3355, pabrown1@wisc.edu
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After Chernobyl
- July 27
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After Chernobyl
Exhibit of Photographs by Michael Foster Rothbart The photographs tell the story of people living their lives in territories still contaminated from the Chernobyl disaster 22 years ago. Atrium, Health Sciences Learning Center. 12 a.m. Information: 242-1131, info@mfrphoto.com
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After Chernobyl
- July 28
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After Chernobyl
Exhibit of Photographs by Michael Foster Rothbart The photographs tell the story of people living their lives in territories still contaminated from the Chernobyl disaster 22 years ago. Atrium, Health Sciences Learning Center. 12 a.m. Information: 242-1131, info@mfrphoto.com
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After Chernobyl
- July 29
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After Chernobyl
Exhibit of Photographs by Michael Foster Rothbart The photographs tell the story of people living their lives in territories still contaminated from the Chernobyl disaster 22 years ago. Atrium, Health Sciences Learning Center. 12 a.m. Information: 242-1131, info@mfrphoto.com
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After Chernobyl
- July 30
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After Chernobyl
Exhibit of Photographs by Michael Foster Rothbart The photographs tell the story of people living their lives in territories still contaminated from the Chernobyl disaster 22 years ago. Atrium, Health Sciences Learning Center. 12 a.m. Information: 242-1131, info@mfrphoto.com -
Wednesday Nite at the Lab
Ecology of Grasslands: Implications for Biofuels Randy Jackson, Department of Agronomy. 1111 Genetics-Biotechnology Center Building. 7 p.m. Information: 265-2420, zinnen@biotech.wisc.edu
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After Chernobyl
- July 31
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After Chernobyl
Exhibit of Photographs by Michael Foster Rothbart The photographs tell the story of people living their lives in territories still contaminated from the Chernobyl disaster 22 years ago. Atrium, Health Sciences Learning Center. 12 a.m. Information: 242-1131, info@mfrphoto.com
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After Chernobyl
- Aug. 1
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After Chernobyl
Exhibit of Photographs by Michael Foster Rothbart The photographs tell the story of people living their lives in territories still contaminated from the Chernobyl disaster 22 years ago. Atrium, Health Sciences Learning Center. 12 a.m. Information: 242-1131, info@mfrphoto.com
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After Chernobyl
- Aug. 2
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After Chernobyl
Exhibit of Photographs by Michael Foster Rothbart The photographs tell the story of people living their lives in territories still contaminated from the Chernobyl disaster 22 years ago. Atrium, Health Sciences Learning Center. 12 a.m. Information: 242-1131, info@mfrphoto.com -
Arboretum Volunteer Workday
Wingra Oak Savanna Volunteer for restoration activities and learn about prairies and savannas. Tools and training are provided, and groups are welcome with advance notice. Meet at the gravel parking lot along Arbor Drive just off Monroe Street. Wingra Oak Savanna. 9 a.m.-noon. Information: 265-3355, pabrown1@wisc.edu
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After Chernobyl
- Aug. 3
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After Chernobyl
Exhibit of Photographs by Michael Foster Rothbart The photographs tell the story of people living their lives in territories still contaminated from the Chernobyl disaster 22 years ago. Atrium, Health Sciences Learning Center. 12 a.m. Information: 242-1131, info@mfrphoto.com
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After Chernobyl
- Aug. 4
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After Chernobyl
Exhibit of Photographs by Michael Foster Rothbart The photographs tell the story of people living their lives in territories still contaminated from the Chernobyl disaster 22 years ago. Atrium, Health Sciences Learning Center. 12 a.m. Information: 242-1131, info@mfrphoto.com
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After Chernobyl
- Aug. 5
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After Chernobyl
Exhibit of Photographs by Michael Foster Rothbart The photographs tell the story of people living their lives in territories still contaminated from the Chernobyl disaster 22 years ago. Atrium, Health Sciences Learning Center. 12 a.m. Information: 242-1131, info@mfrphoto.com
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After Chernobyl
- Aug. 6
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After Chernobyl
Exhibit of Photographs by Michael Foster Rothbart The photographs tell the story of people living their lives in territories still contaminated from the Chernobyl disaster 22 years ago. Atrium, Health Sciences Learning Center. 12 a.m. Information: 242-1131, info@mfrphoto.com -
Wednesday Nite at the Lab
The Suomi Science Museum Jean Phillips, Space Science and Engineering Center, describes how this new museum will capture the excitement of more than 40 years of breakthroughs in the atmospheric sciences and engage learners of all ages in understanding the concepts behind the research. Named for the “Father of Satellite Meteorology,” the museum will showcase pioneering work in remote sensing technology and the integral role of the UW-Madison in advancing weather and climate research. 1111 Genetics-Biotechnology Center Building. 7 p.m. Information: 265-2420, zinnen@biotech.wisc.edu
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After Chernobyl
- Aug. 8
- 8-Week Session Ends For details visit the Registrar's Web site at http://registrar.wisc.edu/. 12 a.m.
- Aug. 9
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Arboretum Longenecker Gardens Tour
Core Area and Curtis Prairie Volunteer for restoration activities and learn about prairies and savannas. Tools and training are provided, and groups are welcome with advance notice. Meet at the front steps of the Visitor Center. Arboretum Visitor Center, 1207 Seminole Highway. 9 a.m.-noon. Information: 265-3355, pabrown1@wisc.edu - Films in the Field This free family movie is projected onto a larger-than-life 20-by-40 ft. inflatable screen. Enjoy a movie under the stars as well as food and fun. Recreational Field, Waisman Center. 6 p.m. Information: 263-5837, palumbo@waisman.wisc.edu
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Arboretum Longenecker Gardens Tour
- Aug. 10
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Arboretum Longenecker Gardens Tour
Pond Stuff This walk introduces children to the fascinating world of pond life. Arboretum Visitor Center, 1207 Seminole Highway. 1:30-2:30 p.m. Information: 265-3355, pabrown1@wisc.edu
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Arboretum Longenecker Gardens Tour
- Aug. 16
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Arboretum Volunteer Workday
Grady Tract Volunteer for restoration activities and learn about prairies and savannas. Tools and training are provided, and groups are welcome with advance notice. Grady Tract parking lot, southeast corner of the Beltline and Seminole Highway. 9 a.m.-noon. Information: 265-3355, pabrown1@wisc.edu -
Arboretum Longenecker Gardens Tour
Discover the Curious World of Insects Loved by some and feared by many, insects and arachnids have caused grief for farmers and stung many a bare foot, but they have the power to put a smile on the faces of the grumpiest of children. Explore the fascinating world of insects and arachnids, including some of their life cycles, while discovering the important and powerful role they play in the ecosystem. Arboretum Visitor Center, 1207 Seminole Highway. 1-3 p.m. Cost: $13.50 general, $12 members of Friends of the Arboretum. Information: 265-3355, pabrown1@wisc.edu -
Arboretum Longenecker Gardens Tour
Insect Serenade The fields echo with the sounds of insects, including the snowy tree cricket. Learn how to tell the temperature from the timing of their calls. Arboretum Visitor Center, 1207 Seminole Highway. 8-9:30 p.m. Information: 265-3355, pabrown1@wisc.edu
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Arboretum Volunteer Workday
- Aug. 23
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Arboretum Longenecker Gardens Tour
Core Area and Curtis Prairie Volunteer for restoration activities and learn about prairies and savannas. Tools and training are provided, and groups are welcome with advance notice. Meet at the front steps of the Visitor Center. Arboretum Visitor Center, 1207 Seminole Highway. 9 a.m.-noon. Information: 265-3355, pabrown1@wisc.edu
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Arboretum Longenecker Gardens Tour
- Aug. 27
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Wednesday Nite at the Lab
A Quarter-Century of HIV/AIDS Pete Cohen presents. 1111 Genetics-Biotechnology Center Building. 7 p.m. Information: 265-2420, zinnen@biotech.wisc.edu
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Wednesday Nite at the Lab
- Sept. 2
- Instruction Begins Classes begin for the fall semester. 12 a.m.
- Sept. 18
- Climate Change is Global This two-day free public event on the global dimensions of climate change includes notable invited speakers. Details coming soon. Pyle Center. 7 p.m. Information: 262-5956, sts@ssc.wisc.edu
- Sept. 19
- Climate Change is Global This two-day free public event on the global dimensions of climate change includes notable invited speakers. Details coming soon. Pyle Center. 7 p.m. Information: 262-5956, sts@ssc.wisc.edu
- Nov. 14
- First-Year Parents' Weekend Parents of new students are invited to come to campus for First-Year Parents Weekend to learn what life is like at UW-Madison today and participate in their children's UW experience. The full schedule of events for each day and registration information are available online. 12 a.m. Cost: see Web site for pricing options. Information: 262-2551
- Nov. 15
- First-Year Parents' Weekend Parents of new students are invited to come to campus for First-Year Parents Weekend to learn what life is like at UW-Madison today and participate in their children's UW experience. The full schedule of events for each day and registration information are available online. 12 a.m. Cost: see Web site for pricing options. Information: 262-2551
- Nov. 16
- First-Year Parents' Weekend Parents of new students are invited to come to campus for First-Year Parents Weekend to learn what life is like at UW-Madison today and participate in their children's UW experience. The full schedule of events for each day and registration information are available online. 12 a.m. Cost: see Web site for pricing options. Information: 262-2551
- Dec. 12
- Last Class Day Last day of classes for the semester. 12 a.m.
- Dec. 13
- Study Day Study day before the start of the exam period. 12 a.m.
- Dec. 14
- Exams Begin Exam period begins today. 12 a.m.
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