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The UW-Madison Technology Transfer Team helps to move technological ideas from the educational setting to the private sector. Learn more about it here.
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Research parks in the United States and Canada directly employ more than 350,000 people and contribute more than $31 billion annually to the economies of the United States and Canada, according to new data compiled by the Association of University Research Parks (AURP) |
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In the April issue of Wisconsin Counties, WCA President Steve Dickinsen's "From the President" message dealt with his county-school partnership initiative:
"As a lifelong teacher, I have always believed strongly in the power of our youth and their ability to impact the future of Wisconsin. As WCA President, one of my top priorities and longtime dreams has been to create a program that will bring together county government and schools...."
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The Wisconsin Counties Association is offering a free workshop to learn about the Microsoft Class Action Settlement and how to file claims. Wisconsin consumers and businesses that bought Microsoft software, or a computer on which it was installed, can claim benefits under a class action settlement with a face value of $223,896,000. Full story... |
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 George Hayducsko, solid waste and recycling coordinator for Dunn County, received the West Central Wisconsin Natural Resources Award April 18th during the Dunn County Board meeting in Menomonie.
Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Secretary Scott Hassett and Regional Director Scott Humrickhouse presented the award on behalf of the employees in the 19-county West Central Region.
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 A new video produced by the Wisconsin Milk Marketing Board (WMMB) reminds viewers that "every day is earth day when you make your living off the land." This nine-minute educational video, entitled "Cows and Conservation," highlights the positive impact that Wisconsin's 1.2 million dairy cows have on the state's environment and economy. Read on to learn more.Full story... |
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The Future of Farming and Rural Life will hold their statewide conference in Madison May 14-15, 2007, at the Monona Terrace. The event is presented by the Wisconsin Academy of Sciences, Arts and Letters.
For conference and registration information, click here. |
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 The Wisconsin Association on Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse (WAAODA) is holding its 41st Annual Spring Conference at the Alliant Energy Center in Madison on May 14-16, 2007. Read on for more information. Full story... |
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The Wisconsin Center for the Advancement of Postsecondary Education (WISCAPE) has posted its April and May calendar of events. To see it, click here. |
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The Wisconsin Women's Council has launched a new web site, " Career 411," that is a fun resource for girls to learn how they can turn their interests and talents into a great future. |
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