AUGUST 2008
FEATURES
Exit Interview: John Wiley
Madison Magazine editorial director Neil Heinen has sat down with outgoing UW–Madison Chancellor John Wiley many times over the years. When Wiley announced his retirement, it was time for an exit interview. In it Wiley talks about the university's elite reputation, how budget cuts-no matter now drastic-will not derail the Wisconsin Idea, and how his tenure is the end of a leadership era.
Don't Buy It-Trade It!
We could all sit around bemoaning the state of the economy-or we could find creative solutions to lighter wallets, as one group of Madisonians is doing. They're turning to timebanking, a unique exchange system that matches unmet needs with unused resources-and costs nothing more than their time. Story by Leah Dobkin
Rating the Suburbs
It's hard to keep up with all of Madison's accolades. But the suburbs surrounding the city are worthy of their own praise. Journalist Mary Erpenbach's done the math for our exclusive survey and results show which town is tops when it comes to schools, home prices, safety and more. Plus, join contributing writer Dan Curd on a border-busting culinary tour of the 'burbs and learn 21 reasons to get the heck out of the city.
Habitat: Crazy for Condos
House or condo: which is the better buy? Contributing writer Jennifer Garrett explores the pros and cons of condo living-and what to consider before signing on the dotted line. She also presents the best products for outfitting a condo patio. And get the scoop on this year's Parade of Condos tour.
WEB COVER STORY
The (Global) Wisconsin Idea Students from the Middle East are forging bonds beyond the university, strengthening a special community.
YOUR TOWN
For the Record Past and Present By Neil Heinen
Tidbits Historic fashion, top tastes and tips from Madison's dating coach
Web Exclusive Madison Dating Coach's Top Ten Dating Tips
Fabulous Finds Best sandwiches
Style Sheet Chic consignment shopping
Window Shopping "In the know" at Savoir Faire
Politics Think Again By Colin Benedict and Jenny Price
Travel Into the Underworld with Frank Bures
Picture of Health The eyes have it. By Teri Barr
On the cover: Exit Interview With UW's John Wiley. By Neil Heinen
On the cover: Rating the Suburbs Schools, homes, parks, safety and much more
MADISON BUSINESS
On the cover: Timebanking Don't buy it-trade for it with your time.
Big Shot Ken Black heads 100 Black Men.
HABITAT
House of the Month A condo is a natural habitat for an eco-minded couple.
Dining In Grilled gyros By Nancy Lynch
Garden Talk Great ways to conserve water.
Pro Profile How to clean your new house green.
On the cover: Habitat Handbook Crazy for condos
OVERTONES
Arts Profile The poet getting Madison to speak up.
A&E Highlights
A Poet's Place John Lehman's fresh look at love
DINING OUT
On the cover: Restaurant of the Month A Russian doll in Fitchburg By Dan Curd
Restaurant Listings 385 reasons to dine out.
Hip Sips Fun in the sun By Katie Vaughn
Bottle Half-Full Blonde in a bottle By Kent Palmer
Off the Vine Italy's Tre Venezies By Michael Kwas
On the cover: Genuine Articles 100-Mile Diet Map By Nancy Christy and Neil Heinen
Out There MVP For VP By John Roach
