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#UWNews: Animal Advocacy, a student organization, is under investigation after an alleged violation of university policy and Wisconsin law following the April 18 Ridglan Farms rescue attempt.
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#Feature: The Office of the Independent Monitor released a 31-page public memorandum reprimanding the City Attorney and Common Council members for obstructing the OIM’s independence April 21.
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#UWNews: Chancellor Mnookin held a group interview with Wisconsin journalists Monday to reflect on her time at UW, including remarks on the 2024 pro-Palestine encampment, polarization and affordability.
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#WisconsinNews: Gov. Evers signed a new act redefining antisemitism, raising concerns over infringement on free speech specifically on college campuses.
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#MadisonNews: Madison Police and Fire Departments have prepared several policies and precautions in anticipation of over 10,000 attendees at the annual Mifflin Street Block Party so the event may be celebrated safely.
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#MadisonNews: Students are concerned after an “available” sign and online listing appeared this week for the convenient Regent Mart grocery store near campus.
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#ArtsEtc: In preparing for Saturday's Mifflin Street Block Party senior Clare Cowan is sharing her guide for balancing endurance and fun on one of the most anticipated days of the year.
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#UWNews: A UW School of Veterinary Medicine staff scientist was charged with second degree recklessly endangering safety and tampering with household products after placing chemicals in a coworker's belongings early April.
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#ScienceNews: As colorectal cancer rates rise among young people, this UW doctor is emphasizing the importance of early screening and normalizing conversations about the disease.
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#MadisonNews: Around 200 animal rights activists gathered at Ridglan Farms Sunday for a peaceful vigil following a chaotic confrontation between protesters and authorities Saturday as some attempted to enter the facility for a rescue operation. badgerherald.com/news/madiso…
#ScienceNews: UW's Waisman Center and Badgers with a Heart are stepping up to support disabled communities this Autism Acceptance Month by expanding developmental disability knowledge, advocacy and volunteerism.
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#UWNews: UW's Women in Entrepreneurship hosted TikTok creator Bria Lemirande, known for her recipes, food hauls and farmer's market finds, Thursday to discuss her journey as a content creator and entrepreneur.
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#WisconsinNews: Numbers show large spikes in removals from donor registries across the country as the amount of patients on the national organ transplant list grows.
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#WisconsinNews: Wisconsin lobbying spending just hit a 10-year high of over $47 million as large companies like DoorDash seek better business outcomes.
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#Opinion: Badger sports will enter a pivotal transition following the departure of Athletic Director Chris McIntosh, causing uncertainty around leadership, finances and NIL. badgerherald.com/sports/foot…
#Opinion: Constant exposure to distressing content online leads to desensitization rather than awareness and is heavily impacting Gen Z’s empathy and activism. badgerherald.com/opinion/edi…
#UWNews: For the second time UW was named a “new Ivy” by Forbes Magazine, this year being recognized in particular for how the school has navigated and supported students through the rise of AI in preparing them for the workforce.
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