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MADISON - The University of Wisconsin-Madison was ranked sixth nationally in a new study examining how often colleges and universities appear in the global print and electronic media, on the Internet, blogosphere and social networking sites. The Global Language Monitor (GLM) study of the nation's Top 100 colleges and universities was released today (April 9). Harvard University and Columbia University ranked...

CONTACT: Laurie Mayberry, 608-262-5246, mayberry@wisc.edu MADISON - It's a rare occasion when student researchers, artists, scientists and performers are invited to showcase their creativity in a single venue, but that is the exact function of the University of Wisconsin-Madison's Undergraduate Symposium. On Thursday, April 16, more than 400 innovative students will present their original work to the university and Madison community...

For Immediate Release Dr. Chris Milkie (414) 257-0676 cmilkie@wi.rr.com http://www.mayfairfootclinic.com MILWAUKEE, Wis., April 9, 2008 – Dr. Chris Milkie, a Milwaukee foot doctor, is one of just 49 podiatrists in the United States using the PinPointeTM FootLaser, TM -- a new treatment for toenail fungus that was introduced in fall of 2008. This laser-light...

Media Contact: Steve Schultz (608) 458-3285 Plan ahead for dangerous Midwestern storms MADISON, WI – April 9, 2009 – Wisconsin Power and Light Company (WPL), an Alliant Energy company, reminds customers that April and May can bring dangerous spring storms. Spring storms in the Midwest often bring lightning and high winds that can disrupt electrical service and flooding that can disrupt...

Added functionality includes optimized local routing and scheduling, asset and driver management, and expanded support for shippers and third-party logistics providers MILWAUKEE, Wis. – RedPrairie Corporation, a consumer-driven optimization company, has enhanced its 2009 Transportation Management suite by fully integrating its Fleet, Parcel, and Collaboration Portal solutions with its core Transportation Management solution. The system’s functionality includes optimized local...

For more information, contact: Cheryl Van Tessier, Finesse Public Relations LLC (608) 467-4408, ctessier@finessepr.net Amy Crowe, Summit Credit Union (608) 243-5000X2834, amy.crowe@summitcreditunion.com MADISON, Wis. — As a means of providing financial information and advice to its members and the public, Summit Credit Union presents a brand new line up of free educational seminars* at a variety of its branch locations. With topics including College Bound...

MILWAUKEE, WI – The law firm of Quarles & Brady LLP today announced that Jessica A. Van Bommel has joined the firm's growing Health Law group. Van Bommel focuses her practice on the representation of health care providers including hospitals, health systems, physicians and physician group practices. She received her law degree from New York University School of...

MEDIA EVENT: E-Waste Disposal Event at Middleton Clean & Green WHEN: Saturday, April 18, 2009 LOCATION: ...

Contact: Sandra Schmit, 608-266-1599, sandra.schmit@wtcsystem.edu Kyle Schwarm, 608-266-0050, kyle.schwarm@wtcsystem.edu More than 20 Diesel Technology and Agriculture Power Equipment Instructors from Wisconsin’s Technical Colleges will be convening in Madison to learn about technological advancements in their program areas. Ten of Wisconsin’s 16 technical...

For More Information: Susan Shimshak 414-256-1210 shimshas@mtmary.edu MILWAUKEE (April 9, 2009) – Mount Mary College Women’s Leadership Institute will present “Non-Profit Leader’s Toolkit,” a six-part seminar series on the Mount Mary campus. The seminars are being presented in conjunction with Robert Meiksins of Forward Steps Consulting, an organization that assists leaders in strengthening skills to build success. The first session, “The Basics – An...

From WisBusiness.com ... -- Motorists have used carports for decades to shield vehicles from the ravages of weather, including paint-fading sun. Now comes an idea for using solar-collecting carports to help power vehicles. Solar Carport Canopy is a product that can provide an innovative solution for businesses looking to economically power plug-in hybrid vehicles while reducing costs and their...

By Rachel Zwirlein For WisBusiness.com VERONA – Motorists have used carports for decades to shield vehicles from the ravages of weather, including paint-fading sun. Now comes an idea for using solar-collecting carports to help power vehicles. Solar Carport Canopy is a product that can provide an innovative solution for businesses looking to economically power plug-in hybrid vehicles while reducing costs...