Kimchi is more than food. Widely recognized as Korea’s national dish, the fermented staple—made of cabbage, radish, garlic, ginger, and chili—appears on tables across the country. Though it is frequently associated with Korean cuisine, the …
Jaya Larsen
Learning, Leading, Returning: Rawan Alnakhil’s Global Journey
From new arrival to leader, from observer to participant, from quiet adjustment to intentional engagement, Rawan Alnakhil’s experience as an international student at UW–Madison reflects a gradual shift shaped by involvement, connection, and leadership. That …
Learning That Transfers: Freya Joëssel on Mentorship and Support
Can lessons learned in one context help you thrive in another? Freya Joëssel studies exactly that in her research on skill transfer–and she experiences it every day. As a postdoctoral researcher in the Learning and …
What Gets in the Way of Moving
Exercise is often pointed to as the simple solution for mental health struggles. Depressed? Go for a run. Anxious? Try the gym. For some, that might even be the perfect kick starter. But for many, …
King-Morgridge Scholar Spotlight: Angeline Morgado
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 …
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. …
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 …
King-Morgridge Scholar Spotlight: Kristhel Maholy Vernaza Sánchez
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 …
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. Originally from Milan, Italy, Mastropasqua now calls UW–Madison home. Here he’s making waves as …
More Than Words: Language, Identity, and the Classroom
For Julia Goetze, language has always been more than words—it is connection, identity, and sometimes even anxiety. Now an assistant professor in German, Nordic, and Slavic+ at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, Goetze’s research explores the …