WisBusiness

CONTACT: Mark Bugher, 608-441-8000, mdbugher@wisc.edu MADISON - Three finalists have been selected in the University of Wisconsin-Madison's search for a vice chancellor for university relations. They are: - Michael J. Brophy, vice president for corporate communications at Milwaukee-based Midwest Airlines; - Mark S. Rosati, associate chancellor for public affairs at the University of Illinois at Chicago and the University of Illinois...

CONTACT: Justin Karter President 608-467-0189 email@madcitybarhop.com http://www.madcitybarhop.com Recently featured on NBC 15 News, MadCityBarHop.com is rapidly becoming the premiere online source for Madison's vibrant nightlife. MadCityBarHop.com's unique draw comes in the form of live webcams, placed in a variety of downtown/college bars. Now, students and young professionals can preview a variety of establishments and find their ideal destination. Along with the live cams, MadCityBarHop.com features updated...

Media Contact: Rob Crain (608) 458-4469 Investor Relations: Jamie Freeman (608) 458-3274 Company reflects on challenging 2008 and looks optimistically to the future CEDAR RAPIDS, IA – May 14, 2009 – Alliant Energy Corporation (NYSE: LNT) Chairman, President and CEO Bill Harvey reflected on challenges faced in 2008, while also stressing the strong financial position moving forward for the company as he...

For more information, contact: Sen. Dan Kapanke: 608.782.3975 To meet with Mayor of Dubuque and...

CONTACT: David Musolf, 608-262-3956, musolf@bascom.wisc.edu MADISON - Four alumni have been selected to receive honorary degrees from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Kyung J. Kwon-Chung, head of the molecular microbiology section at the National Institutes of Health, will be awarded the honorary degree Doctor of Science; Sheldon B. Lubar, business and civic leader, will receive the honorary degree Doctor of Humane...

CONTACTS: Amy Hansen, CPACC (608-843-3166) The Cross Plains Area Chamber of Commerce (CPACC) is busy preparing for its annual Chicken Barbecue to be held at the American Legion Park on Monday, May 25 (Memorial Day). This event, sponsored by CPACC, helps fund community events and projects. The parade, organized by the American Legion Post 245, will begin at 11...

CONTACT: Jake Vander Zanden, 608-262-9464, mjvanderzand@wisc.edu MADISON - Spring in Wisconsin heralds a new growing season. But the warming temperatures also bring heavier runoff from farm fields, carrying pollution and contaminants into the state's lakes and streams. Wisconsin's waters have long been known to be negatively impacted by agricultural runoff, including phosphorus, nitrogen and sediments. To date, however, attempts to...

CONTACT: Jing Zhang, 608-263-1147, zhang@oncology.wisc.edu MADISON - University of Wisconsin-Madison cancer researcher Jing Zhang received a Shaw Scientist Award last week from the Greater Milwaukee Foundation to support her novel research on the roles cancer stem cells may play in the causes and treatment of cancer. The Shaw Award - a $200,000 unrestricted prize - provides needed support to young...

Contact: Joshua Morby 414.791.9120 Innovation Fuels, a renewable energy company, will begin selling biodiesel at the Port of Milwaukee, making it the first terminal in the nation dedicated solely to the sale of renewable fuels. Here are some facts: * Innovation Fuels C.E.O John Fox says that selling biodiesel via the Milwaukee...

Mr. Rick Ninneman is an Executive Vice President of M3 Insurance Solutions for Business (M3). He leads the agency’s Colorado office and is a member of M3’s executive team. In this role, Rick develops and manages the sales, marketing, and operations of this office in line with M3’s business strategy. Rick graduated from the University of...

MILWAUKEE — An electrical engineer at the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee (UWM) has been awarded one of two Shaw Scientist Awards given by the Greater Milwaukee Foundation for his research on a novel method for earlier diagnosis of retinal disease. Hao Zhang, a UWM assistant professor in the College of Engineering and Applied Science, is developing imaging equipment that produces a...

Learn the necessary steps to take your business from the idea phase to the market from Robert Young, founder and president of Paradigm Sensors, at the Thursday, May 21 meeting of the Wisconsin Innovation Network Northeast Chapter. The event will be held at the D J Bordini Center, 5 Systems Drive, near the Fox Valley Technical College campus in...

CONTACT: Carol S. Weber, APR, Director of Public Relations PHONE: 414-755-4108 (direct) E-MAIL: cweber@wda.org WEST ALLIS, WIS., May 14, 2009 –The Wisconsin Dental Association has launched a new statewide public awareness campaign featuring two 15-second television spots to remind individuals not to neglect their oral health during these challenging economic times. “Good daily oral hygiene, preventive therapies like fluoride and sealants, regular exams by a...

CONTACT: Libby Hurley, Erik’s Bike Shop Marketing Manager Tel: 952-351-8349 Fax: 952-885-0686 lhurley@eriksbikeshop.com Recognized at the Annual Brainy Awards during the Bicycle Leadership Conference Bloomington, MN, - May 15, 2009 – At the Bicycle Leadership Conference, held in Monterey, California, Erik’s Bike Shop was voted the 2009 National Retailer of the Year by Bicycle Retailer and Industry News (BRAIN). This award is voted on...