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🏒 6 questions with All of Us Ambassador Britta Curl

6 questions with All of Us Ambassador Britta Curl
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Headshot of Britta Curl in her hockey uniform
The hockey superstar started playing hockey when she was 3 and attributes her successes to living a healthy lifestyle. | Photo by Tom Lynn/Wisconsin Athletic Communications
Britta Curl is the force behind the top-ranked Wisconsin women’s hockey team. The UW-Madison graduate student, who helped Team USA earn a silver medal at the 2021 IIHF Women’s World Championship, is a winner both on and off the ice. Currently in her sixth season with the Badgers, the women’s hockey captain is devoted to the future of medicine — much like her love for playing on ice.

Curl is a student-athlete ambassador for the All of Us Research Program-UW. Unlike many research studies that focus on a specific disease or population, the All of Us Research Program provides a national research resource to inform thousands of research questions, covering a wide variety of health conditions.

The goal is to compile a diverse cohort of 1 million or more participants who will contribute data from electronic health records (EHRs), biospecimens, surveys, and other measures to build a comprehensive set of biological, environmental, and behavioral data. The data platform will be open to researchers all over the world.

Curl, who has played in all 41 games this season and ranks second on the team with an impressive 43 points, discusses why she made joining All of Us a priority.

Q: This is your second year as a student-athlete ambassador for the All of Us Research Program-UW. Why are you taking the time to be part of this historic nationwide health research initiative?
A: This is the greatest opportunity that I’ve had to be a part of such a far-reaching and impactful project. The good and diverse research that All of Us is supporting will advance our understanding of disease, improve the health of our world, and benefit people from underserved demographics. I want to be one of the million people that make this research possible.

Q: What’s your hope for the future of the All of Us program and its impact?
A: My hope is that we get 1 million people to participate in the All of Us Research Program and that researchers take advantage of the awesome source of samples. Who knows, maybe one day as a doctor, I’ll be able to do research using this database.
Britta answers 4 more Qs
Asked

Would you be willing to participate in DNA research?

A. Yes
B. No
We're curious
Events
Wednesday, Nov. 29
Thursday, Nov. 30
  • Building Hope Together: Introducing Our Commitment to the Community | Thursday, Nov. 30 | 6-8 p.m. | Sheraton Madison Hotel, 706 John Nolen Dr., Madison | Free | Come help make a difference in the community by learning about others making a difference.
  • A Little Winter Magic | Thursday, Nov. 30 | 6:30-9 p.m. | Wisconsin Union Theater, 800 Langdon St., Madison | $30-$40 | Get into the holiday spirit at Madison Philharmonic’s festive concert.
Friday, Dec. 1
  • Bad Friends Live | Friday, Dec. 1 | 7:30 p.m. | Orpheum Madison, 216 State St., Madison | $39.50-$69.50 | Have a laugh with comedians Andrew Santino and Bobby Lee.
  • Queer Kitsch | Friday, Dec. 1 | 8-11 p.m. | The Bur Oak, 2262 Winnebago St., Madison | $5-$10 | Come in one of your most atrocious sweaters.
Saturday, Dec. 2
  • HolidayFest Arts & Crafts Fair | Saturday, Dec. 2 | 9 a.m.-3 p.m. | Warner Park Community Recreation Center, 2920 N. Sherman Ave., Madison | $1 | Over 80 crafters from the Midwest will be selling their handmade goods for holiday gift giving.
  • Music Makes a Difference | Saturday, Dec. 2 | 7 p.m. | High Noon Saloon, 701 E. Washington Ave., Madison | Free | Listen to 90s rock and support a local nonprofit, Catalyst for Change, that assists locals with crisis management and homeless services.
Sunday, Dec. 3
  • Toys for Tots Benefit | Sunday, Dec. 3 | 2 p.m. | Majestic Madison, 115 King St., Madison | $10 | Support Toys for Tots while listening to such acts as the Earthlings, Seasaw, the Shuggers, and more.
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News Notes
Civic
  • If you have refuse to rid yourself of, take note that the Olin Avenue drop-off site is now closed for the season. It will re-open in the spring. Two other drop-off sites will be available this winter. They are located at 4602 Sycamore Ave. and 402 S. Point Rd.
Development
  • In breaking news, there was a groundbreaking at the long-awaited Madison Public Market earlier this week. The building is expected to support at least 130 local businesses, with a focus on owners of color, women, and first-generation immigrants. It should open in early 2025. (Channel 3000)
Cause
  • Gilda’s Club is celebrating 15 years of cancer support. The organization held an open house earlier this week to mark the occasion. It provides free emotional support, cancer education, and wellness opportunities to people facing any kind of cancer at any stage. (WKOW)
Edu
  • Bucky Badger’s next battle might not be on the football field, but in a courtroom. There’s a Bucky Badger trademark dispute between UW-Madison and a Houston-based economist over the terms “buckynomics” and “buckymarkets.” (Sports Illustrated)
Environment
  • $50 million dollars will flow into bringing clean water to one million people throughout Africa thanks to Kalahari Resorts and Conventions. The business, with a resort in Wisconsin Dells, has made a long-term commitment to provide clean water in partnership with the nonprofit charity: water. (WKOW)
Sports
  • To expand sports access to Dane County residents, the Madison Area Sports Commission is now accepting applications for the 2023 Youth Grant Program. The mission of the program is to provide financial assistance that serves youth in need. Applications are due on Jan. 4, 2024. (WKOW)
Family
  • Peru has come to the Henry Vilas Zoo. Peru is the name of a 4-year-old female capybara, but it will be a few months before the public will have a chance to see her. She comes to Madison from Chicago’s Brookfield Zoo. Capybaras are the world’s largest living rodents. (Channel 3000)
Holiday
  • Something to hang on your holiday tree this year could be the new 2023 Wisconsin Capitol Ornament. The ornament commemorates the Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra’s 40th anniversary of Concerts on the Square at the State Capitol. Priced at $20, they’re available at a variety of locations. (WisBusiness)
Health
  • By looking at DNA information, researchers have directly connected disease to 118 newly identified genetic variants that had never been reported before. Discoveries like this are possible because of the diversity of the All of Us Research Program. When people with backgrounds participate in research, scientists get a more complete understanding of health + disease.*
Finance
  • We aren’t given many 21-month grace periods. Oil checks, doctor appointments, Tax Day... time speeds by between them. But The Ascent found a credit card offering 0% intro APR on balance transfers for 21 months — among the longest we’ve seen to avoid interest charges. Learn more.*
Shop
  • Which ugly Christmas sweater would you choose? We’re liking: the Santa hat-topped wine glass or the “Home Alone” print featuring Catherine O’Hara.*
 
Arts

🧣 Cozy up to these local makers

Stay cozy in winter garb made in Madison
608 Niki Sew Cool
Layering with denim is a great way to stay warm during Wisconsin winters. | Photo by Niki Sew Cool
Winter is upon us, which means it’s time to evaluate your winter gear inventory. If you find yourself in need of a re-up, or have a hard-to-shop-for friend consider these local makers.

The Cashmere Pirate | Knit products ranging from headwear and cowls to cup koozies and plant holders.

CroquisKnits | Beanies and cowls and ski hats, oh my.

Gray by Design | For the winter season, alpaca fingerless mittens are currently in stock.

Niki Sew Cool | Custom denim streetwear for those who like to insulate in style.

Tie Dye Blue Skies | For the flower child on your holiday shopping list.

You can shop these local products, and many more, at the Crafty Fair being held this weekend at the Goodman Center’s Brassworks (214 Waubesa St.) and Ironworks (149 Waubesa St.) buildings.
  • Saturday, Dec. 2 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Brassworks and Ironworks
  • Sunday, Dec. 3 | 9 a.m.-2 p.m. | Brassworks
The Buy

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Anything off of this year’s Oprah’s Favorite Things list. We’re seeing: luxury flaky sea salt, all-weather boots, fleece robes, and a baked brie board.
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I’m not as big of a beer fan as I should be, being a born and raised Wisconsinite, but I’m comforted knowing that many of our readers share the same taste in beer as I do (lagers). However, nine times out of ten, I abandon my German heritage and opt for a Mexican import — Pacifico, Modelo, and Corona being my favorites.
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