Globally engaged—on campus and around the world
The International Division advances international education, promotes global research partnerships, and builds inclusive excellence through the engagement of students, staff, faculty, and alumni from around the world. Through our work, we lead campus internationalization efforts that promote the Wisconsin Idea at home and abroad and ensure the university’s pre-eminence as a global leader in public education.
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From Milan to Madison: A Collaborative Vision for Clean Energy
For Luca Mastropasqua, advancing sustainable energy is more than just research—it’s a collaborative journey that brings together innovation, community, and mentorship. He’s making waves as an assistant professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering, with his work in the lab and in the classroom earning him the Vilas Faculty Early-Career Investigator Award.
The Peace Corps Advantage: How the Peace Corps Forged a Badger’s Career in Diplomacy
UW–Madison alumnus Michael Cavey followed a career path driven by a desire for international service, a seed planted after a Peace Corps presentation during an African history course at UW–Madison.
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Fall 2025: Semester in Review
From Welcome Week events to career conversations and graduation celebrations, the fall 2025 semester was once again filled with numerous opportunities for students, scholars, and the UW–Madison community to engage in global learning and collaboration. …
Message from the Dean–December 2025
Early in December, I had the opportunity to meet with our UW Global Launch London students. Badgers participating in this program spend their entire first year abroad in London, completing core requirements and experiencing daily …
Children’s International Story Hour Brings Global Culture to Wisconsin Libraries
An exciting new series called Children’s International Story Hour (CISH) brought the world to Wisconsin’s public libraries this past semester. The Wisconsin International Resource Consortium (WIRC), a collaboration among the nine UW–Madison area studies centers, partnered …
The Peace Corps Advantage: How the Peace Corps Forged a Badger’s Career in Diplomacy
For Michael Cavey, a proud alumnus of UW–Madison, the path from a lecture hall on Bascom Hill to a prestigious diplomatic role in Tokyo wasn’t a straight line—it was a journey that took him to …
King-Morgridge Scholar Spotlight: Michael Bebile-Kogh
The King-Morgridge Scholars Program supports students who demonstrate exceptional leadership, a commitment to social impact, and a strong connection to their home communities. Scholars are provided resources, mentorship, and funding to pursue initiatives that create …
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- January 21“AI in the Classroom: Ethical Frontiers and Practical Implications”RISE-AI Educator Panel8:00 AM, Room 102 C, Baird Center, Milwaukee, WI
- January 21
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- January 21ISS Law Series: Humanitarian Visashosted by International Student Services (ISS) and representatives from Eastbridge Law Group, LLP4:30 PM, Online
- January 22