Biology Colloquium: 'Flashy' Speciation in Bioluminescent Marine Ostracods
2019-10-24 15:30 - 16:30 UTC | B302 Birge Hall, 430 Lincoln Drive, Madison, WI, 53706, United States
Gretchen Gerrish (University of Wisconsin) will present “‘Flashy’ speciation in bioluminescent marine ostracods”.

Department of Geoscience Weeks Lecture Series
2019-10-25 15:30 - 16:30 UTC | AB20 Weeks Hall for Gelogical Sciences, 1215 W Dayton Street, Madison, WI, 53706, United States
CHRIS DANIEL (BUCKNELL)

Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences Department Colloquium: Precipitation Response to Climate Change over Tropical Oceans: Importance of Gradients of Low-Level Warming
2019-11-04 15:30 - 16:30 UTC | 811 Atmospheric, Oceanic, and Space Sciences Building, 1225 West Dayton Street, Madison, WI, 53706, United States
Speaker: Margaret Duffy, The Department of Earth, Atmospheric and Planetary Sciences, Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Sustainable Energy Seminar Series: Ethics and the Social Cost of Carbon
2019-11-04 15:30 - 16:30 UTC | 1115 Wisconsin Energy Institute, 1552 University Avenue, Madison, WI, 53726, United States
In this Sustainable Energy Seminar, J. Paul Kelleher, Associate Professor of Medical History and Bioethics, will discuss the theory and use of the Social Cost of Carbon (SCC) as it applies to evaluating energy and climate policy.

Climate, People and the Environment Program: Rapid Environmental Change in the Artic Calls for a Science/Policy Revolution
2019-11-05 15:30 - 16:30 UTC | 811 Atmospheric, Oceanic, and Space Sciences Building, 1225 West Dayton Street, Madison, WI, 53706, United States
Speaker: Brendan Kelly, Professor, Marine Biology, University of Alaska-Fairbanks

Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences Department Seminar: LES of Supercell Thunderstorms and Tornadoes
2019-11-06 14:30 - 15:30 UTC | 811 Atmospheric, Oceanic, and Space Sciences Building, 1225 West Dayton Street, Madison, WI, 53706, United States
Speaker: Kelton Halbert, Graduate Student, Department of Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences, University of Wisconsin-Madison

Graduate Student/Postdoc Happy Hour
2019-11-06 17:00 - 19:00 UTC | Downtown Great Dane, 123 E Doty St, Madison, WI, 53705, United States

Biology Colloquium:Harnessing Natural Diversity to Discover the Rules of Flower Color Evolution
2019-11-07 15:30 - 16:30 UTC | B302 Birge Hall, 430 Lincoln Drive, Madison, WI, 53706, United States
Stacey Smith (University of Colorado) will present “Harnessing natural diversity to discover the rules of flower color evolution”.

Weston Roundtable Series: Changing the World Through Investing
2019-11-07 16:15 - 17:15 UTC | 1153 Mechanical Engineering, 1513 University Avenue, Madison, WI, 53706, United States
Want to change the world? This lecture will show how your investment decisions can do just that. Learn about investing locally, making loans to others, supporting startups and investing in low-income housing. In the past, these investment options were available only to the very rich, but technology and legal changes have made investment possible for as little as $100. You won’t hear about these options from financial professionals. Come learn how you can invest with your values and beat the market!

Department of Geoscience Weeks Lecture Series
2019-11-08 15:30 - 16:30 UTC | AB20 Weeks Hall for Gelogical Sciences, 1215 W Dayton Street, Madison, WI, 53706, United States
BRYAN CHAKOUMAKOS (OAK RIDGE NATIONAL LAB)

Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences Department Colloquium: Why has the Lower Stratosphere Stopped Cooling for the Last 20 Years
2019-11-11 15:30 - 16:30 UTC | 811 Atmospheric, Oceanic, and Space Sciences Building, 1225 West Dayton Street, Madison, WI, 53706, United States
Speaker: Lorenzo Polvani, Professor, Applied Mathematics and Earth & Environmental Sciences, Columbia University

Climate, People and the Environment Program: Small Molecules, Big Impacts: Understanding how Biogenic Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) Mediate Interactions between Forests, Insects, and the Atmosphere
2019-11-12 15:30 - 16:30 UTC | 811 Atmospheric, Oceanic, and Space Sciences Building, 1225 West Dayton Street, Madison, WI, 53706, United States
Amy Trowbridge, Assistant Professor, Department of Entomology, University of Wisconsin-Madison
Plant volatile organic compounds can play critical roles in determining atmospheric processes and mediating multi-species interactions. In turn, these emissions are in large part controlled by both climate and biotic pressures, including insects and pathogens. In this talk, I will discuss ways in which we are addressing these complex feedbacks including the consequences for ozone formation and plant-insect interactions.

Yahara Lakes 101 with Jeff Endres
2019-11-13 08:00 - 17:00 UTC | The Edgewater, 1001 Wisconsin Pl, Madison, WI, United States
Yahara Lakes 101 is a series of educational events open to the public and a great chance for residents to learn more about the science behind the issues that affect our lakes.

Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences Department Seminar: Will Global Precipitation Trends be Observable in Our Lifetime?
2019-11-13 14:30 - 15:30 UTC | 811 Atmospheric, Oceanic, and Space Sciences Building, 1225 West Dayton Street, Madison, WI, 53706, United States
Speaker: Tristan L’Ecuyer, Professor, Department of Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences, University of Wisconsin-Madison

Biology Colloquium: Integrative Investigation of Mechanisms Underpinning Eye Loss in Levantine Arachnids
2019-11-14 15:30 - 16:30 UTC | B302 Birge Hall, 430 Lincoln Drive, Madison, WI, 53706, United States
Jesús Alfonso Ballesteros, Postdoctoral Fellow, Department of Integrative Biology, University of Wisconsin-Madison

Weston Roundtable Series: Envisioning Tomorrow's Energy Systems
2019-11-14 16:15 - 17:15 UTC | 1153 Mechanical Engineering, 1513 University Avenue, Madison, WI, 53706, United States
Suzanne Baker, Creative Director, Fastest Path to Zero Initiative, University of Michigan
The Fastest Path to Zero Initiative is working to support communities as they plan and pursue ambitious climate goals. We offer a variety of tools to help communities transform their energy systems while adapting to a changing climate. Our tool belt includes big data analytics combined with a passion for human-centered design and engagement.

Department of Geoscience Weeks Lecture Series
2019-11-15 15:30 - 16:30 UTC | AB20 Weeks Hall for Gelogical Sciences, 1215 W Dayton Street, Madison, WI, 53706, United States
Lise Retailleau, Postdoctoral Fellow, Department of Geophysics, Stanford University

Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences Colloquium: Direct Numerical Simulation of Lee Vortices in Density Stratified FlowVortices Flow
2019-12-02 15:30 - 16:30 UTC | 811 Atmospheric, Oceanic, and Space Sciences Building, 1225 West Dayton Street, Madison, WI, 53706, United States
Speaker: Richard Rotunno, Senior Scientist, Mesoscale and Microscale Meteorology Lab, National Center for Atmospheric Research

Clean Lakes Alliance Community Awards
2019-12-03 15:30 - 18:00 UTC | The Edgewater, 1001 Wisconsin Pl, Madison, WI, United States
The Clean Lakes Community Awards recognizes the outstanding accomplishments of individuals and businesses working to protect our Yahara lakes. The awards honor the dedication of individuals and organizations making a difference in our watershed.

Center for Limnology Weekly Seminar: Using ecological insights to guide aquatic restoration efforts
2019-12-04 12:00 - 13:00 UTC | 102 Water Science and Engineering Laboratory, 1415 Engineering Drive, Madison, WI, 53706, United States
Speaker: Michael Rennie, Assistant Professor, Canada Research Chair in Freshwater Ecology and Fisheries, Lakehead University

Water Resources Management Practicum Presentations: Salt Sustainability on the UW-Madison Campus
2019-12-04 18:00 - 19:30 UTC | Lake Mendota Room, Dejope Residence Hall, 640 Elm Drive, Madison, WI, United States

Biology Colloquium: Feast or Famine: How Resource Availability can Influence Ecosystem Dynamics
2019-12-05 15:30 - 16:30 UTC | B302 Birge Hall, 430 Lincoln Drive, Madison, WI, 53706, United States
Speaker: Matthew McCary, NSF Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Department of Entomology, University of Wisconsin-Madison

Weston Roundtable Series: "First we must Consider Manoomin": Tribally Directed Collaborative Research on Wild Ric
2019-12-05 16:15 - 17:15 UTC | 1153 Mechanical Engineering, 1513 University Avenue, Madison, WI, 53706, United States
Speaker: Crystal Ng, Assistant Professor, Department of Earth Science, University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Department of Geoscience Weeks Lecture Series
2019-12-06 15:30 - 16:30 UTC | AB20 Weeks Hall for Gelogical Sciences, 1215 W Dayton Street, Madison, WI, 53706, United States
Speaker: Dave Lovelace, Museum Scientist, Paleontology, Department of Geoscience, University of Wisconsin-Madison

2023 Fall Art & Science Poster Session
2023-11-07 16:00 - 18:00 (America/Chicago) | Memorial Union, 800 Langdon St, Madison, WI, 53706, United States
Water@UW-Madison is a cross-disciplinary organization; we look forward to sharing both traditional and non-traditional science posters, art, photography and other work. Please consider sharing a poster, graphical display, or work of art. Re-purposed work from past events is very welcome!
Register

Water@UW-Madison Spring Symposium
2024-05-06 14:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Union South, 1308 W Dayton St, Madison, WI, 53715, United States
Celebrating 10 Years: Reflecting on the Past, Looking Toward the Future
Water@UW-Madison is excited to announce its 2024 Spring Symposium, taking place on Monday, May 6th at Union South in Madison, WI.

As we celebrate our 10th anniversary, we want to reflect on the incredible work accomplished in our water community. We invite you to join us for an afternoon of talks showcasing diverse and impactful water research (2-5pm), followed by a networking mixer and opening reception for the Flow Art & Science Project (5-7pm). Enjoy appetizers, a cash bar, and ample time to connect with colleagues and forge new collaborations.
The symposium will be held in-person.
Symposium Agenda
Register Here
Volunteer Here
Our Keynote Speaker will be: William “Nąąwącekǧize” Quackenbush.

Ho-Chunk Nation Preservation Representative
Ho-Chunk Deer Clan Tribal Member
Tribal Historic Preservation Officer
Cultural Resources Division Manager

In 1998, William began a career in the Ho-Chunk Nation Heritage Preservation Department as a Land Specialist focusing on Realty, Land into Trust Applications and Cultural & Natural Resource Management. In 2004, the Cultural Resources Division requested for William to be transferred to their Division to become the Tribal Historic Preservation Officer (THPO) for the Ho-Chunk Nation, who was at that time creating their HCN THPO program to address tribal preservation needs. William has served as the HCN’s THPO from 2006 to present. In 2006, William became the HCN Heritage Preservation Department – Cultural Resources Division Manager.
William’s current responsibilities are:

Tribal Historic Preservation Officer (THPO) – 2005 to present
Cultural Resources Division Manager (CRD) – 2006 to present
NAGPRA Designee Alternate – 2005 to present
Ground Penetrating Radar Operator (GPR) – Certified 2002 to present
Ho-Chunk Nation Tribal Historian – 2004 to present
Ho-Chunk Nation Tribal Monitor – Certified 2012 to present
Ho-Chunk Nation Fire Investigator – Certified 2008 to present

William currently holds a seat on the following State, Federal or National Boards/Committees:

Wisconsin Inter-Tribal Repatriations Committee (WITRC) – President
Kickapoo Valley Reserve (KVR) – Environmental Seat

William has served on the following Boards/Committees/Services:

National Association of Tribal Historic Preservation Officers (NATHPO) – Board Member
Sauk County USDA/FSA Committee – Tribal Minority Advisor (Maximum term)
Millston Fire & Rescue – Assistant Fire Chief (Retired)
Mississippi Valley Archaeological Center (MVAC) – Tribal Advisor
Fox / Wisconsin Heritage Parkway – Board Member

William receives preservation and cultural support, guidance and/or advice through:

Ho-Chunk Nation Heritage Preservation Board – comprised of 1 HPD Executive Director and 5 Board members, with proficient traditional cultural knowledge in their own fields.

Mission Statement: “To protect and preserve the HooCak culture and heritage as living forces in the lives of the HooCak Wajic. To nurture our Nation’s culture – to strengthen it as a living source of identity and pride for our People.”

Ho-Chunk Nation Traditional Court – comprised of 12 Traditional Tribal members and alternates representing each of the 12 Clans who are proficient as cultural advisors.

10th Anniversary Celebration
2024-05-06 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Union South, 1308 W Dayton St, Madison, WI, 53715, United States
Join us following the Spring Symposium as we celebrate 10 years of Water@UW-Madison. We’ll provide appetizers, a cash bar and ample time for both structured and unstructured networking. Come for the symposium, stay for the celebration!
This year’s Flow Project cohort is putting together an incredible set of work inspired by water research at UW-Madison and beyond. Several interactive pieces are in the works, and we are excited to provide an environment in which you can appreciate their work, and perhaps find new insights that can inspire your own creative journey.
Register Here
Volunteer Here

Freshwater@UW + STORM Summer Research Symposium
2024-08-01 15:00 - 17:30 (America/Chicago) | Wisconsin Institute for Discovery, 330 N Orchard St, Madison, WI, 53715, United States
Join us to celebrate the accomplishments of the 2024 cohort of bright undergraduate research-scholars at our annual poster and flash talk event. Over 40 undergraduates will share the findings that emerged from a 10-week program of mentored research. This event provides a glimpse into an incredible cross-section of atmospheric, oceanographic, and freshwater research in the state of Wisconsin, with mentors and undergraduates from many of the UWS schools. For more information on the research opportunities, including how to get involved as a student or mentor, visit the Freshwater@UW and STORM program pages.

2024 Water@UW-Madison: Welcome to Campus!
2024-09-07 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Union South, 1308 W Dayton St, Madison, WI, 53715, United States
Join us for an informal welcome event to kick off the new school year. It’ll be a relaxed evening with good company, light refreshments from the Sett, and—drumroll, please—a Bad Water Joke Contest! Whether you’re a seasoned comedian or just someone with a penchant for groan-worthy puns, we’d love for you to participate. Bring your best worst water jokes. We’ll have some small prizes for the most eye-roll-worthy jokes, so don’t hold back.
Looking forward to seeing you there and sharing some laughs!
Union South
Third Floor Pavillion
All are welcome!

Water@UW-Madison Fall Art & Science Poster Session
2024-11-11 16:00 - 18:00 (America/Chicago) | Wisconsin Institute for Discovery, 330 N Orchard St, Madison, WI, 53715, United States
Water@UW-Madison is a cross-disciplinary organization; we look forward to sharing both traditional and non-traditional science posters, art, photography and other work. Please consider sharing a poster, graphical display, or work of art. Re-purposed work from past events is very welcome! This year, the new Water@UW-Madison Student Organization is contributing heavily to the event — they have some exciting plans to make it more fun, engaging, and interactive! You can expect:

Posters about water research from across our network
Cross- and interdisciplinary displays, works of art, and water-themed work
Poster and art walks that build community and camaraderie
A poster contest with recognition and awards
An interactive component for visitors

This is shaping up to be a great event, we hope you join us!
Fill out the registration form linked below to attend or to submit a poster or project for display:
Register Now
