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Governance News

sifting and winnowing plaque
“Whatever may be the limitations which trammel inquiry elsewhere, we believe that the great State University of Wisconsin should ever encourage that continual and fearless sifting and winnowing by which alone the truth may be found.”
–– Sifting and winnowing plaque at the entrance of Bascom Hall

Public meeting notices

Upcoming Deadlines & Events

 

DEADLINES

Divisional Committees Tenure Review | Read more
Arts & Humanities: by noon on October 17 (for November 7 meeting)
Biological Sciences: by noon on October 11 (for November 1 meeting)
Physical Sciences: by noon on October 10 (for October 31 meeting)
Social Sciences: by noon on October 9 (for November 6 meeting)

Slesinger Awards for Excellence in Mentoring
Slesinger Awards recognize excellent mentoring of women, trans, or non-binary faculty on the tenure track.
Nominations due: October 10 | Read more

University Lectures
The Lectures Committee considers funding requests for distinguished lecturers by colleges, schools, or departments. These university-wide lectures must be open to the public and should enrich the general intellectual and cultural life of the university community. Look for a future communication regarding changes to the application deadlines starting in the spring semester.
Next deadline for applications: October 15 | Read more

Knapp Bequest Grants
The Knapp Bequest grants are for special projects that cross departmental lines and have an impact on the educational and cultural life of the university community, particularly undergraduate students.
Proposals due: November 10 | Read more

Distinguished Teaching Awards
The distinguished teaching awards recognize exemplary achievements in teaching.
Nominations due: November 15 | Read more

Genevieve Gorst Herfurth Award
The Genevieve Gorst Herfurth Award recognizes a currently enrolled doctoral student in the social sciences who has demonstrated outstanding research and scholarly writing accomplishments.
Nominations due: December 15 | Read more

Hilldale Awards
Hilldale Awards recognize distinguished contributions to teaching, research and service. One faculty member is honored in each division.
Nominations due: December 15 | Read more

Hilldale Lectures
The Hilldale Lecture Series showcases distinguished thinkers with contributions to contemporary culture and science. One lecture is funded annually in each division.
Nominations due: December 15 | Read more

EVENTS

Faculty Senate Orientation
The virtual connection information was emailed to all senators and alternates. A recording will be available for those unable to attend.
Wednesday, October 2, 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. | Read more

Women, Trans, & Non-Binary Faculty Mentoring Lunch
Tuesday, October 22, 12:00-1:00 p.m. | Register

Faculty Networking Lunch: Anna Julia Cooper & Nellie Y. McKay Fellows
Thursday, October 31, 12:00-1:00 p.m. | Register