UW System Clipsheet

"Study gives key role to sleep in helping brain learn anew," New York Times, Jan. 29.

Researchers at UW-Madison are studying how sleep can allow synapses the opportunity to rest and thus work leaner while awake.

"UW-Madison cuts ties with cap company, citing labor problems," Associated Press, Jan. 28.

UW-Madison has canceled its licensing contract with New Era Cap Co., on allegations of unethical practices at its distribution center in Mobile, Ala.

Related: "New deal responds to loss of UW deal, human abuse allegations," Badger Herald, Jan. 28.

Also: "UW Sportswear company nixed for alleged unfair labor practices," Channel3000.com, Jan. 29.

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"UW to host 85 organizations at annual public service fair," Daily Cardinal, Jan. 29.

UW-Madison will host a Public Service Fair tomorrow at the Memorial Union.

"Legislators call for more aid when tuition goes up," Badger Herald, Jan. 29.

Rep. Black and Rep. Parisi proposed a plan that would match dollar-for-dollar tuition increases at UW System and technical colleges.

Related: "Financial aid bill would protect students from tuition increases," Capital Times, Jan. 28.

Also: "Lawmakers offer tuition 'freeze': Reps. Black, Parisi propose financial aid increases," Daily Cardinal, Jan. 29.

"A little hover is fine, students say," Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, Jan. 28.

A national survey reveals that college students appreciate their parents' coddling, at least in their first year; many university officials see parents' actions as counterproductive.

"Doyle says she hopes business will support college program," Portage Daily Register, Jan. 29.

First Lady Jessica Doyle met with Pardeeville High School students on Monday to discuss the Wisconsin Covenant.

"State of the Union: War, economy focuses of President Bush speech, as they were in 2002," Associated Press, Jan. 29.

President Bush addressed the nation in his last State of the Union address last night.