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Training for rural practice
“There are lots of kids in rural Wisconsin who would be awesome health care providers, but they don’t know that’s even possible."
UW School of Medicine and Public Health is training doctors for rural practice, helping to address a growing statewide shortage of rural physicians. Programs include partnerships to encourage more rural high school and college students to consider careers in medicine.
From the article: Out of roughly one million rural residents in Wisconsin, more than 250,000 live farther than 15 miles from a hospital, and for many, that distance is growing as doctors retire or move elsewhere.
UW for You
Head, Heart, Hands & Health
The Division of Extension at UW–Madison touts the role of caring adults in helping kids succeed.
Badgers burrowed in all 72 Wisconsin counties
Dig into the Wisconsin Ideas database to explore enrollment trends, alumni counts, community partnerships and projects, financial relationships and more.
A pledge for Wisconsin grows
New funding for the Wisconsin Teacher Pledge—which covers all fees and tuition for students who pledge to teach in Wisconsin following graduation—promises more future educators in Wisconsin classrooms.
The Cheat Sheet
The cicadas are coming. Are you ready? ● New viruses in Wisconsin sport fishes. ● Someday, earth will have a last total solar eclipse. ● Improve your health & help the planet. ● Can eating less help you live longer? ● Measuring mega-hurricanes. ● Wisconsin as a rising biohealth powerhouse. ● So THAT'S why your voice sounds older when you age. ● Supporting municipal clerks. ● Analyzing AI in popular apps.
Were U Wondering?
Warmer weather means more ticks, and it's important to protect your pets. With many types of tick prevention products available, were you wondering if one type is better or more effective than another?
Photo by Althea Dotzour / UW–Madison
Amy Nichelason and Maria Verbrugge, clinical assistant professor and clinical instructor, of primary care services at the UW School of Veterinary Medicine offer some insights on the different types of tick protection.
Can't Stop a Badger
A cranberry farmer's life-changing transplant marks a significant milestone: 20,000 organs transplanted at UW Health.
More than 2,700 Badgers have served as Peace Corps volunteers, and UW–Madison was the top volunteer-producing university last year.
In the latest Space Race, UW–Madison engineers leap forward with 3D printing.
Coming Up
The Northwoods Forum
Lac du Flambeau, WI | May 7 | 8:30 am-4:30 pm
The Northwoods Forum will be a place where you can hear from, and engage with, leaders within Extension and UW–Madison who are engaged in efforts to maintain, enhance, and revitalize rural communities and lives.
Dairy Symposium
Memorial Union, Madison, WI | May 15 | 8 am-5:30 pm
The Dairy Symposium is a free event with thought-provoking plenary discussions, research talks and poster presentations. Select sessions will be available online following the event.
UW's 175 State Tour Stop: Fox Valley
Poplar Hall, Appleton, WI | May 30 | 5-7 pm
Everyone’s invited to this community-wide celebration of UW–Madison’s 175th anniversary and long-standing presence in the Fox Valley area. Enjoy an early evening of good fun and Badger spirit!
Picture This
On April 8, many on UW–Madison's campus stepped outside to observe as the sun was between 85 and 90 percent obscured during a rare solar eclipse. Photo by Althea Dotzour / UW–Madison.
