UW asked to no longer file state sexual assault report
MADISON (AP) — The University of Wisconsin is requesting that Gov.
MADISON (AP) — The University of Wisconsin is requesting that Gov.
"A great time to be an engineer:" Companies court UWM students as school boasts 100% placement rate
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- For a lot of college graduates, finding a job can be a challenge -- but UW-Milwaukee officials say their placement rate for engineering students is 100%.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- For a lot of college graduates, finding a job can be a challenge -- but UW-Milwaukee officials say their placement rate for engineering students is 100%.
A simple "spit test:" Engineers at UWM awarded grant to develop sensor to detect Ebola virus
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Engineers at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM) and the Georgia Institute of Technology have been awarded a grant to develop a sensor that can be used to immediately detect the Ebola virus with a simple “spit” test.Junhong Chen, a UWM professor of mechanical and materials engineering, will use a sensor platform he created to detect water contamination to make the low-cost virus sensor.The nearly $100,000 grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) aims to arm public health responders with tools for rapid detection and containment of an Ebola outbreak.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Engineers at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM) and the Georgia Institute of Technology have been awarded a grant to develop a sensor that can be used to immediately detect the Ebola virus with a simple “spit” test.Junhong Chen, a UWM professor of mechanical and materials engineering, will use a sensor platform he created to detect water contamination to make the low-cost virus sensor.The nearly $100,000 grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) aims to arm public health responders with tools for rapid detection and containment of an Ebola outbreak.
"We're celebrating life:" MPS student one of seven saved since AEDs were placed in schools
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- In 2010, Maria Acevedo, then a sixth-grader at Milwaukee Public Schools' U.S. Grant School, suffered cardiac arrest while in her classroom.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- In 2010, Maria Acevedo, then a sixth-grader at Milwaukee Public Schools' U.S. Grant School, suffered cardiac arrest while in her classroom.
"Abnormally high ice cover" seen on Lake Michigan, but what does it mean for spring?
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- For the second year in a row, the amount of ice on the Great Lakes is exceptional.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- For the second year in a row, the amount of ice on the Great Lakes is exceptional.
"It could change somebody's life:" College students bridge the gap when blood donations drop
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Winter is notorious for causing blood supply shortages in Wisconsin.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Winter is notorious for causing blood supply shortages in Wisconsin.
Medical College of Wisconsin needs your help for kidney research
WAUWATOSA (WITI) -- The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is recruiting volunteers for a clinical research study into kidney function and the link between premature birth and kidney disease.People who are born prematurely are at higher risk of developing kidney disease and hypertension later in life.
WAUWATOSA (WITI) -- The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is recruiting volunteers for a clinical research study into kidney function and the link between premature birth and kidney disease.People who are born prematurely are at higher risk of developing kidney disease and hypertension later in life.
"Adam is so talented:" MU community proud of alumnus Adam Stockhausen, who won Oscar for set design
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Production designer Adam Stockhausen took home an Oscar Sunday, February 22nd for his work on The Grand Budapest Hotel, and Stockhausen is a Marquette University alumnus!The scene shop at Marquette's Helfaer Theatre is always in flux.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Production designer Adam Stockhausen took home an Oscar Sunday, February 22nd for his work on The Grand Budapest Hotel, and Stockhausen is a Marquette University alumnus!The scene shop at Marquette's Helfaer Theatre is always in flux.
"I never expected this to happen:" Campus crime stats may not tell the whole story
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Shopping for the right college comes with all sorts of questions.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Shopping for the right college comes with all sorts of questions.
February 20 is the last day of MPS’ "Three-Choice Enrollment" period
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee Public Schools is encouraging families who are new to MPS or looking for a new school for the fall to enroll by Friday night to take advantage of the best opportunity for a seat at their first-choice school.February 20 is the last day of MPS’ ‘Three-Choice Enrollment’ period, which allows families to choose three schools for the fall.School options include strong neighborhood schools that prepare students to succeed in college and careers as well as specialty schools focused on Advanced Placement coursework, the arts, bilingual education, Career and Technical Education, Gifted and Talented education, rigorous International Baccalaureate college preparatory programming, language immersion and Montessori education."90 percent of families get one of their three choices," said Tony Tagliavia, MPS spokesperson.All applications filed during the Three-Choice period (and at the All-School Enrollment Fair) are treated equally.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee Public Schools is encouraging families who are new to MPS or looking for a new school for the fall to enroll by Friday night to take advantage of the best opportunity for a seat at their first-choice school.February 20 is the last day of MPS’ ‘Three-Choice Enrollment’ period, which allows families to choose three schools for the fall.School options include strong neighborhood schools that prepare students to succeed in college and careers as well as specialty schools focused on Advanced Placement coursework, the arts, bilingual education, Career and Technical Education, Gifted and Talented education, rigorous International Baccalaureate college preparatory programming, language immersion and Montessori education."90 percent of families get one of their three choices," said Tony Tagliavia, MPS spokesperson.All applications filed during the Three-Choice period (and at the All-School Enrollment Fair) are treated equally.
Chip hangs with the UWM Cheer & Stunt team
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Chip hangs with the UWM Cheer & Stunt team.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Chip hangs with the UWM Cheer & Stunt team.
Lawyers for president of UWM TKE frat: There was no date rape, no drugging; UWM police to blame
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A UW-Milwaukee fraternity got into big trouble last year after allegations surfaced that some of its members might have been slipping date rape drugs into drinks at house parties.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A UW-Milwaukee fraternity got into big trouble last year after allegations surfaced that some of its members might have been slipping date rape drugs into drinks at house parties.
University of Notre Dame's Daniel Myers named Marquette University's next provost
MILWAUKEE (WITI) – Dr.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) – Dr.
Milwaukee Bucks to host open practice on the Marquette campus
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee Bucks are returning from the All-Star break this week after getting off to one of their best starts in recent years.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee Bucks are returning from the All-Star break this week after getting off to one of their best starts in recent years.
Case of bacterial meningitis in student tied to Marquette University
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The City of Milwaukee Health Department has received a report of a case of bacterial meningitis (meningococcal disease) in a student affiliated with Marquette University, and is working closely with the Marquette University Medical Clinic to begin appropriate communication and follow-up with close contacts.It's a Friday night on the Marquette campus, students, not getting the email they were expecting -- a health warning sent out campus wide.Marquette University says, as a student has tested positive for Meningococcal Meningitis."It's very dangerous because there can be severe health consequences," said Paul Biedrzycki, with the City of Milwaukee Health Department.Biedrzycki says the student is recovering at a local hospital.Meningococcal disease is spread through the exchange of respiratory and throat secretions such as saliva or mucus, and is most commonly spread through direct, close contact with an infected individual, which can include kissing and sharing of beverages, eating utensils, and lip balm.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The City of Milwaukee Health Department has received a report of a case of bacterial meningitis (meningococcal disease) in a student affiliated with Marquette University, and is working closely with the Marquette University Medical Clinic to begin appropriate communication and follow-up with close contacts.It's a Friday night on the Marquette campus, students, not getting the email they were expecting -- a health warning sent out campus wide.Marquette University says, as a student has tested positive for Meningococcal Meningitis."It's very dangerous because there can be severe health consequences," said Paul Biedrzycki, with the City of Milwaukee Health Department.Biedrzycki says the student is recovering at a local hospital.Meningococcal disease is spread through the exchange of respiratory and throat secretions such as saliva or mucus, and is most commonly spread through direct, close contact with an infected individual, which can include kissing and sharing of beverages, eating utensils, and lip balm.
Badgers football tickets could cost you more this fall! How much more?
MADISON (WITI) -- Wisconsin Badgers football tickets could cost you more this fall.UW Athletics has proposed a $3 increase.
MADISON (WITI) -- Wisconsin Badgers football tickets could cost you more this fall.UW Athletics has proposed a $3 increase.
Another two years? Gov. Scott Walker opens door to extending UW tuition freeze
MADISON (AP) — Gov.
MADISON (AP) — Gov.
"Trying to protect the UW System:" Another rally held on UWM campus in light of proposed budget cuts
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Another rally on the UW-Milwaukee campus on Wednesday, February 11th in response to Governor Scott Walker's proposed cuts to the UW System.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Another rally on the UW-Milwaukee campus on Wednesday, February 11th in response to Governor Scott Walker's proposed cuts to the UW System.
"A great opportunity:" Wounded veterans play lacrosse on Milwaukee Golden Eagles team
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Quite the sight at the Old Gym at Marquette University on Monday night, February 9th.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Quite the sight at the Old Gym at Marquette University on Monday night, February 9th.
UWM effort to garner support in light of proposed budget cuts evolves from rallies on campus to rallying online
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Chancellors within the University of Wisconsin System continue to develop new ways to garner support -- as Governor Scott Walker's two-year budget proposal calls for $300 million in cuts to the UW System.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Chancellors within the University of Wisconsin System continue to develop new ways to garner support -- as Governor Scott Walker's two-year budget proposal calls for $300 million in cuts to the UW System.