University of Wisconsin–Madison

UW–Madison graduate salary outcomes

A degree from the University of Wisconsin–Madison provides real benefits to graduates and to the state of Wisconsin. In 2020, the UW System and UW–Madison set out to quantify those benefits.

Rapid COVID-19 testing: briefing and virtual tour

On September 22, the UW–Madison Office of Federal Relations presented a briefing with UW–Madison professors David O'Connor and Tom Friedrich, who are working to innovate rapid tests for COVID-19. A recording of the video is here.

Senator Tammy Baldwin – A True Champion of Science

Students, researchers, faculty and leaders at the University of Wisconsin–Madison and Marquette University offer their congratulations to Senator Tammy Baldwin for her award as a 2020 Champion of Science by The Science Coalition (TSC). The award honors members of Congress whose actions and votes consistently reflect their commitment to fundamental science through funding investment for …

Cancelled: America’s Next Growth Center: Wisconsin’s Future as a National Tech and Innovation Hub

UPDATE: In an effort to mitigate the effects of COVID-19 on our campus population, UW-Madison has cancelled all campus events, including next Tuesday’s panel discussion America’s Next Growth Center: Wisconsin’s Future as a National Tech and Innovation Hub. For more updates to campus operations, please visit https://covid19.wisc.edu/. About the Discussion Hear from Robert Atkinson, co-author …

Partial Federal Shutdown Ends

After the longest government shutdown in history, Congressional leaders and the president finally came to an agreement to temporarily reopen the government while negotiations continue on border security. The plan does not include funding for the southern border wall. On Friday, both chambers passed the three-week spending patch and the president signed it into law, …

Government shutdown guidance and FAQ

The Office of Federal Relations continues to follow the partial government shutdown and is committed to keeping UW-Madison faculty and staff updated regarding potential impacts to campus. Below you will find general guidance and some answers to frequently asked questions. We will continue to update this information as federal agencies release additional guidance. If you …

Shutdown News: Jan. 14, 2019

Shutdown Update The partial federal government shutdown is now in its third week. The funding impasse endures as President Trump continues to insist on receiving funding for a wall on the southern border and congressional Democrats refuse to provide it. Congressional leaders from both parties are meeting with White House officials regularly, but they do …

Federal government shutdown update, Jan. 4

As you know, a number of federal departments and agencies are impacted by the partial government shutdown. As noted before the shutdown began nearly two weeks ago, agencies will stop conducting intramural research, issuing payments, and reviewing grants. In addition, staff will not be available to provide assistance and support to grant recipients. The Office …

Partial government shutdown begins

A partial shutdown of the federal government began at 12:01 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 22, affecting funding for roughly 25 percent of federal agencies. The university will monitor developments and provide updates on this site and on the @UWFedRelations Twitter account. Although most of the federal government, including NIH, is already funded, a partial shutdown may …

Government Shutdown Update – 12/19/18