University of Wisconsin–Madison
The Worldwide Universities Network (WUN) is pleased to announce the 2010 Request for Proposals for WUN Seed Grants. These small awards ($1000-$5000) fund the initiation and continuation of research collaborations with WUN partner institutions. View a list of the WUN partner institutions. Proposals are due via e-mail (one PDF document sent to kjsander@international.wisc.edu) on Sunday, …
Student Internship Opportunities: The India Initiative announces internship funding for students at UW–Madison to carry out internships or other UW-supervised programs in India in summer 2010. Three grants of $2,000 are available. Students should send a letter of application along with one letter of reference to Lalita du Perron, associate director, Center for South Asia, …
The University of Wisconsin–Madison welcomed a delegation of three vice presidents and one physician from the Université des Antilles et de la Guyane (UAG) this week. While here, members of the delegation, Jean-Pierre Cherdieu, VP for Administration, Cendrine Délivré, VP for Financial and Legal Affairs, Michel Geoffroy, VP for Research Development, and Suzy Duflo, MD, …
The Language Institute hosted the Language for Life: Careers in Translation and Interpretation panel discussion on May 7, 2010, that drew 60-70 people, most of whom were students eager to hear from professionals with extensive and diverse experiences working in translation and interpreting. Panelists included Sarah Berquet-Clignet (French); Alison Carroll (French, German, Portuguese, Spanish); and …
Individual Faculty Research Award The UW–Madison Center for World Affairs and the Global Economy (WAGE) is pleased to announce the winners of our 2010 Individual Faculty Research Award competition. WAGE will provide support to six research projects that explore the consequences of and challenges posed by economic globalization and its governance. The recipients represent six …
Studying abroad offers students the opportunity to experience a new culture through coursework, exploration, and personal growth. A study abroad experience is a life-changing event that helps expand a student’s worldview, deepen language competence, increase self-reliance, shape character, and develop personal interests. Division of International Studies and International Academic Programs hosted the 2010 Study Abroad …
The Wisconsin Alumni Association (WAA) hosted the International Students Graduation Ceremony last Wednesday, May 5, 2010. Students were given the opportunity to mingle and share stories before being greeted by Paula Bonner, president and CEO of the WAA. Division of International Studies‘ Dean and Vice Provost for Globalization Gilles Bousquet, Associate Vice Chancellor Steve Stern, …
Leadership Decisions Address International Reach, Environmental Studies, and Lifelong Learning UW–Madison News (May 5, 2010) — The University of Wisconsin–Madison’s dean of international studies will now also head the university’s globalization efforts. Gilles Bousquet, who will be vice provost for globalization in addition to heading UW–Madison’s international studies division, says he’s looking forward to working …
The Madison Initiative for Undergraduates (MIU) committee continues to show support for international education: faculty support for the International Studies Major; undergraduate courses in global health through the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences (CALS); TA support for the Department of Spanish & Portuguese; and coming soon … a new certificate in Professional Communication in …
Interested in a career as a translator or interpreter? Come to this panel discussion to hear from professionals with extensive and diverse experiences working in the field! Learn more about possible careers and about the skills you need to become a successful translator or interpreter. Language for Life: Careers in Translation and Interpretation Friday, May …