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Ethiopians look to Madison, Wis., to reclaim bicycle friendly culture
When the city of Bahir Dar, Ethiopia, looked for a way to reclaim its bicycling culture, it looked to the University of Wisconsin-Madison, an institution located in the midst of a bike friendly city and found a dedicated bike enthusiast to lead the charge. “Bicycling is a historic culture for Bahir Dar city,” says Genet…
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Apply now for 2016 Global Health grants and awards
Apply now for 2016 Global Health Institute grants and awards for faculty, staff and graduate students.
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GHI looking for new student social media intern
The Global Health Institute is looking for a student employee as a communications/Social Media Intern, supporting the Communications Director. The successful applicant will work in the Medical Sciences Center Offices for 10 to 12 hours a week. Hours are flexible, based on class schedule. Responsibilities: Take a lead role in the planning and execution of…
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Cancer Pain Relief and the War on Drugs
James F. Cleary, M.D., director of the Pain and Policy Studies Group at the Carbone Cancer Center and a special advisor to the Global Health Institute, will examine the historical basis for the use of opioids in the relief of cancer pain, including the global treaties to ensure access to opioids for medical and scientific purposes.…
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Food Day: Celebrating Food Through Our Senses
Our Madison Though My Senses is partnering with UW-Extension to celebrate Food Day. Save the date October 26 from 2 pm to 4 pm at Badger Rock Neighborhood Center. Come and taste international dishes prepared by local residents from different parts of the US and the world. Bring your family to this event created to…