Students come to the University of Wisconsin–Madison for the “Wisconsin Experience” – an undergraduate education that happens both in and out of the classroom, preparing them to positively impact the world. For many Badgers, the …
Year: 2014
Morrison to talk about lessons of Ebola crisis
University of Wisconsin–Madison alumnus J. Stephen Morrison, a well-known expert in global health and foreign policy, will speak on “The Hard Lessons of Ebola in West Africa,” on Friday, September 19, from noon to 1 …
Task force to take fresh look at UW’s China-related activities
A task force appointed by outgoing Provost Paul DeLuca has been assigned to take a fresh look at the University of Wisconsin–Madison’s engagement in China and provide direction for future China-related activities involving the Division …
Writer-activist Sivaraksa to speak on non-violence, religious activism
Sulak Sivaraksa, renowned Buddhist writer and Thailand’s preeminent social activist, will offer Reflections on Non-Violence and Religious Activism Today, on Thursday, September 11, at 7 p.m. in Room 1100, Grainger Hall, 975 University Avenue, on …
Joe Elder gets sweet UW honor
UW-Madison’s Center for South Asia hosted an ice cream social on Thursday, September 4, 2014, for Joe Elder, the long-time professor of sociology who retired this year. Elder was honored with a special flavor of …
Olsen to discuss ‘One Health’ approach to global health challenges
The first Global Hot Spots Lecture of 2014-15 year will focus on dealing with international health challenges, such as the current Ebola crisis in West Africa. Christopher W. Olsen, professor of public health and associate …
Boren Fellowship Info Session with Hannah Grossblatt
Hannah Grossblatt, from the Institute of International Education, will be speaking with interested students about the David L. Boren Scholarships (for undergraduates) and Fellowships (for graduate students) on: Tuesday, September 9 Undergraduate Session: 2:00-3:00 pm …
Global Gateway opens up world for UW students
Joann Huynh had no intention of studying abroad when she came to the University of Wisconsin–Madison. “I had never been far from home or my parents, let alone out of the country,” says Huynh, of …
Educator workshop to explore background of ‘I am Malala’
The courageous story of Malala Yousafzai, the Pakistani girl who refused to be silenced by the Taliban, has inspired people around the world and has become a global symbol of peaceful protest. Her book I …
Klenke to lead international alumni relations
Lora Klenke, a leader with nearly 20 years of experience in international development, is directing new efforts to connect the University of Wisconsin-Madison and alumni around the globe. Klenke will serve alumni and advance the …