UW–Madison’s Milda Aksamitauskas has been selected as one of only 12 Fulbright U.S. Scholar Alumni Ambassadors nationwide for 2026. Chosen from a competitive pool of over 200 applicants, Aksamitauskas will spend the next two years …
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LACIS Partnership Brings the Wisconsin Idea to Communities in Guatemala
For the past several years, an ongoing partnership spearheaded by the Latin American, Caribbean, and Iberian Studies Program (LACIS) has proven that high school classrooms can have a global footprint. Through LACIS, a center within the Institute …
Recognizing Outstanding Global Engagement in the Class of 2026
Congratulations to the Class of 2026! As the spring semester draws to a close, the International Division is proud to celebrate a cohort of graduates who have truly embraced the spirit of global engagement. These …
Now a Truman Scholar, UW junior Miranda Garcia-Dove’s dedication to public service is driven by curiosity and kindness
Garcia-Dove is one of 55 new Truman Scholars in the country this year. She was selected for her outstanding achievements out of 781 candidates nominated by 305 colleges and universities. Each winner will receive a …
LACIS Hosts Cuban American Author for Wisconsin Residency
As the author of acclaimed novels like The Only Road and Farewell Cuba, Mi Isla, Alexandra Diaz has dedicated her career to telling stories of resilience and empowerment. The Latin American, Caribbean, and Iberian Studies Program (LACIS) recently hosted Diaz for a …
A Look Inside the 2026 Middle East Studies Conference
On April 17, the Middle East Studies Program (MESP) convened its annual conference at the UW-Madison Memorial Library. Free and open to the public, this day-long event served as a forum for scholars, students, and …
2026 World Cinema Day: Connecting K-12 Students to Global Narratives
For over two decades, a collaboration between the Wisconsin Film Festival and UW-Madison’s Institute for Regional and International Studies (IRIS) has connected Wisconsin students with global cultures through the big screen. This year, World Cinema Day saw its …
International Division Announces Summer 2026 Graduate Summer Fieldwork Awardees
The International Division is proud to announce the 12 recipients of the Summer 2026 Graduate Student Summer Fieldwork Awards. These $4,000 grants enable UW–Madison graduate students to conduct at least six weeks of primary research …
The Global Reach of the Wisconsin Idea: How a Babcock Dairy Sandwich Revealed a Lifelong Connection
When an international faculty member joins the University of Wisconsin–Madison, they often hear about the Wisconsin Idea—the principle that the university’s influence should reach every family in the state and beyond. For many, it is …
Diplomacy in Action at the 54th Annual Wisconsin High School Model UN
High school delegates from across the region filled the halls at UW–Madison on March 19 and 20 for the 54th annual Wisconsin High School Model United Nations (WHSMUN) conference. As the only Model UN event hosted …