University of Wisconsin–Madison
This fall, as most Badgers settle into Madison, three UW–Madison students, including senior Madeline Rutherford, will instead travel to Almaty, Kazakhstan, for a year of advanced Russian language study on the Russian Overseas Flagship Capstone Program, funded in part by the prestigious Boren Scholarship. The Boren Awards provide funding to undergraduate and graduate students to …
To the entire UW–Madison community, The past week has been devastating for the people of Northern Africa. Morocco experienced a powerful earthquake just days ago, and now torrential rain and the collapse of two dams in Libya has led to tremendous destruction and loss of life. We share our profound sadness for the people of …
Frances Vavrus joined the International Division as vice provost and dean on July 31, bringing with her a wealth of experience as a leader, scholar, and global citizen. Vavrus is no stranger to UW–Madison nor to the division, having completed her PhD at the university while taking part in global programming available to students and scholars. Her research, teaching, and service are in the fields of international education and African studies. She shared her perspectives on returning to UW–Madison, the qualifications she brings to the role, and plans for growing the university’s global reputation.
To the UW–Madison community, In the wake of disasters such as the earthquake that has devastated Morocco, words seem insufficient to convey the sadness we feel for those impacted. As the people of the region grieve the loss of life, homes, and livelihoods, we see how far the damage is felt. Within our own community, …
As a part of the University of Wisconsin–Madison’s expansive International Academic Programs (IAP), Badger students traveled across the world over the 2023 summer term to learn, intern and develop their professional skills. IAP offers experiences in 67 countries for UW–Madison students from all majors and academic levels. Through the IAP website, Wisconsin students can explore …
On July 31, Frances Vavrus officially began her tenure as vice provost and dean of UW–Madison’s International Division. Vavrus was announced for the position in April following a nationwide search. The International Division dean provides leadership to more than 130 faculty and staff across six pillar units, including the Institute for Regional and International Studies, …
(Editor’s note: Xinlin (Grace) Jiang is a senior majoring in journalism and mass communication from Chengdu, China.) On a late August day in 2021, I stepped out of the Madison airport with three suitcases and a heavily packed backpack, having traveled 15 hours by plane from Chengdu, China. Sitting in an Uber, I gazed out …
The UW–Madison International Division is excited to announce that as of July 1, 2023 the International Internship Program (IIP) has merged with International Academic Programs (IAP).
The UW–Madison community was saddened by the passing of Marguerite Jacqmin Soffa (October 27, 1924–May 30, 2023), a stalwart supporter of the university and champion for human rights. Mrs. Soffa met her husband, J. Jobe Soffa at UW–Madison, where they both studied and received degrees. She received her Bachelor of Arts with an emphasis in …
The University of Wisconsin–Madison has been recognized on the Peace Corps list of historically top volunteer-producing colleges and universities. Since 2003, UW–Madison has ranked No. 2 among the top 25 schools. Additionally, in 2020, the state of Wisconsin ranked No. 19 among all states and territories with the highest number of Peace Corps volunteers …