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Researchers at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee are converting corn husks, sawdust, and even cork into clean hydrogen fuel. The process also creates a soil-enriching byproduct that helps crops grow better.
When temperatures plunged to -4°F in Madison, Wisconsin, the University of Wisconsin shut down but the city's 62 electric buses kept running. Just four years after electric buses failed miserably in the cold, new technology is proving that zero-emission transit can handle brutal Midwestern winters.
Scientists at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee are transforming everyday waste like corn husks, sawdust, and animal waste into clean energy. Their breakthrough could help reduce greenhouse gases while creating fertilizer as a bonus.
Over 2,000 volunteers just made history by setting a new Guinness World Record for the largest multi-location river cleanup, pulling more than 100,000 pounds of trash from Milwaukee's waterways. The 31st annual Milwaukee Riverkeeper cleanup proves that when communities come together, extraordinary things happen.
After 71 years of competition, the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire wrestling team just made program history by winning their first outright conference championship. Three individual champions and nine top-three finishers powered the Blugolds to an unforgettable victory on their home mat.
Wisconsin lawmakers just introduced a groundbreaking bill to power the entire state with 100% clean energy by 2050. If passed, Wisconsin would join three neighboring states already leading the clean energy revolution.
After a tornado tore through Ringle, Wisconsin, the community rallied with such force that one home lost its roof and was nearly rebuilt within days. Local restaurants, churches, and volunteers from across central Wisconsin proved that disaster can bring out the best in people.
While the U.S. exits the Paris Climate Agreement, Wisconsin utilities are doubling down on clean energy with major solar, wind, and battery projects. Wisconsin Public Service has already slashed emissions by 56% since 2005 and just launched the state's first large-scale battery storage facility.
Wisconsin is building 78 new electric vehicle charging stations with $78 million in federal funding, ensuring drivers are never more than 50 miles from a quality charger. The state DOT is focusing two-thirds of stations in northern Wisconsin to boost tourism and ease range anxiety for EV owners.
The University of Ibadan and University of Lagos just secured spots among the world's top 1,000 universities, doubling Nigeria's presence after a three-year decline. Twenty-four Nigerian institutions now appear in global rankings, showing the country's growing strength in higher education.
Scientists thought it was impossible to see ultraviolet light from galaxies in the early universe, but Hubble just spotted one blazing through the cosmic fog. This discovery shows how young stars cleared the universe's view 12 billion years ago.
The University of Ibadan has claimed the top spot among Nigerian universities in both law and medicine in the prestigious Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026. This milestone puts Nigerian education on the global map alongside 425 elite law schools and 1,230 medical institutions worldwide.
The Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association is awarding $29,000 in scholarships to students pursuing careers in dairy and skilled trades. Applications are open until February 20, with awards presented in April.
The Milwaukee Admirals turned every goal, save, and assist this season into cold hard cash for nine local charities. Their Community Partners program, which matches corporate donations with team performance stats, delivered over $125,000 to organizations serving Milwaukee families.
Four Ghanaian universities just held their first-ever inter-university karate camp, using martial arts to develop leadership and discipline among students. The two-day event brought together dozens of students and could pave the way for karate becoming an official university sport.
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South Africa's Wits University just claimed the top spot in Africa and broke into the world's top 1% of universities, ranking 200th globally out of over 21,000 institutions. The achievement showcases how African universities are competing with the world's best while driving progress across the continent.
A prominent Nigerian leader just invested ₦30 million in Paul University to expand opportunities for students. His message to those students? Education is still the surest path to a better future.
When Enitan Abdultawab couldn't afford his first university payment in 2019, a lawmaker he'd never met handed him the exact amount in under five minutes. Seven years later, he graduated with honors from the University of Lagos.
Caleb University celebrated its 15th convocation with nearly 2,000 graduates ready to transform their communities. The ceremony included 22 new doctoral candidates and honored a beloved faith leader with special recognition.
Lead City University in Ibadan is celebrating 14 years of teaching students to start businesses instead of just looking for jobs. The POISE program has helped hundreds of graduates become entrepreneurs and industry leaders.
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