To compete in today’s global marketplace, Wisconsin companies need people who have the skills to operate abroad. Studies, however, indicate that this need is not being fully met. A $50,000 grant from the Wisconsin Economic …
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Machoian named UW-Madison’s first international safety and security director
In today’s global environment, international travel has become a more frequent and far-reaching part of higher education, from faculty attending professional gatherings or conducting field research to students participating in study abroad programs, internships, or …
2014 South Asia Book Awards to feature honored authors
The 2014 South Asia Book Award (SABA) Ceremony, sponsored by the South Asia National Outreach Consortium, will be held Saturday, October 18, from 3 to 5 p.m., in the Children’s Department Program Room at the …
Series of talks focuses on Ebola in West Africa
A series of talks on the University of Wisconsin–Madison campus this fall will feature a variety of experts offering insights into the Ebola crisis currently affecting several countries in West Africa. Friday, September 12: Christopher …
Study Abroad Fair: Let Your Wisconsin Experience Take You Far
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 …
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 …