MADISON — One of the most successful long-term diversity pipelines to higher education in the nation, the University of Wisconsin-Madison's PEOPLE (Pre-College Enrichment Opportunity Program for Learning Excellence) continues to increase the number of college-ready students applying to the state's flagship campus.On Friday, Aug. 1, another 118 PEOPLE high school scholars from across Wisconsin will […]
National Urban League Conference to feature diverse points of view
By Marc H. Morial “As I walked out the door toward the gate that would lead to my freedom, I knew if I didn't leave my bitterness and hatred behind, I'd still be in prison.” Nelson Mandela Earlier this month, we announced a diverse list of speakers taking the stage at this week’s National Urban […]
Interview with Congressman Mark Pocan: Breaking the gridlock
By Interview with Congressman Mark Pocan Breaking the gridlock by A. David Dahmer “I always try to find out what I have in common with people rather than what our differences might be,” says U.S. Congressman Mark Pocan. “It’s easy to find where you’re different, but for me in Congress, it’s more about […]
Conversation Mixtape’s popularity continues to grow
Interview with Sabrina “Heymiss Progress” Madison Conversation Mixtape’s popularity continues to grow by A. David Dahmer (photos by Hedi Rudd) People just can’t seem to get off their laptops, tablets, i-Pads, and smartphones these days. Texting, Facebooking, Tweeting, Instagramming — the art of true conversation has been lost, people say. “Social media has […]
“We go beyond traditional law enforcement here”
By A. David Dahmer Interview with New Madison Police Chief Mike Koval “We go beyond traditional law enforcement here” by A. David Dahmer Mike Koval says he expected a short “breaking-in period" at his new job leading the Madison Police Department after taking over for long-time Police Chief Noble Wray. But that's not […]
AAEA science program graduation
By A. David Dahmer
United Way President to retire in December 2015
By United Way MADISON —After 33 years (25 of those as President & CEO) of serving the families and individuals of Dane County, Leslie Ann Howard will retire as President & CEO of United Way of Dane County on December 31, 2015.“The United Way Board has been planning this leadership transition since Leslie shared her […]
U.S. ranks near bottom globally in energy efficiency
By Julia Hotz WASHINGTON (IPS) — A new ranking has lauded Germany for its energy efficiency, while condemning the United States for lagging near the bottom.The American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE), a non-profit here, called the U.S. economy’s inefficiency “a tremendous waste” of both resources and money, in a scorecard released Thursday. Looking […]
Why no vetoed resolution on civilian killings in Gaza?
By Analysis by Thalif Deen UNITED NATIONS (IPS) — As the civil war in Syria continues into its fourth year, the Western nations sitting on the U.N. Security Council (UNSC) have unsuccessfully tried to condemn the killings of civilians, impose punitive sanctions and accuse the Syrian government of war crimes — in four vetoed and […]
Resnick announces for mayor
MADISON — Madison District 8 Alder Scott Resnick announced today that he will be running as a candidate for Madison Mayor in the upcoming 2015 Spring Election. Joined by friends and supporters and introduced by Madison Alder Larry Palm and Dane County Supervisor Mary Kolar, he made his announcement on the steps of the Madison […]
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