The Institute for Regional and International Studies (IRIS) is proud to recognize the exceptional achievements of our 2024-2025 Foreign Language and Area Studies (FLAS) fellows. These students have demonstrated a strong commitment to language acquisition …
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Message From the Dean–April 2025
International issues have dominated the headlines this month. The International Division has been deeply involved in providing information and support for our international community at UW–Madison and for concerned colleagues across campus and beyond. During …
World Cinema Day: Middle and High School Students Explore Global Cinema at the Barrymore Theatre
On April 4, Madison’s historic Barrymore Theatre came alive with the magic of international storytelling as over 250 students from across Wisconsin gathered for the annual World Cinema Day. This event, sponsored by the Wisconsin International …
Global Learning From Your Dorm
Learning a new language goes beyond the classroom. It involves taking on a new global perspective and learning about the culture behind each new word. For sophomore Juliana Bergman, the International Learning Community (ILC) has …
Update on federal immigration enforcement
UW–Madison has learned that the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) records of a number of current and former international students have been terminated by the U.S. government. As of Monday morning, April 7, …
PEACE Program Builds Confidence through Conversation
Learning about U.S. restaurant etiquette can take some time. Who orders first? How much do I tip? How do I get the attention of restaurant staff? The nuances of cultural etiquette can be all the …
Updates for our international community
Dear International Students, Scholars, Faculty, and Staff, As you are likely already aware, during recent weeks, a number of international students and scholars around the United States have been detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs …
IRIS Supports Libraries and K-12 Schools Across Wisconsin
The Institute for Regional and International Studies (IRIS) at UW–Madison stands at the forefront of cultural competency and outreach, directly affecting the lives of thousands of K-12 students, educators, and community members across Wisconsin. UW–Madison’s …
High School Students Attend 53rd Annual Model United Nations Conference
Last week, the 53rd Session of the Wisconsin High School Model United Nations Conference (WHSMUN) convened at UW–Madison for the annual two day event. Co-sponsored by the IRIS NRC, the conference featured newly introduced committees, …
Message from the Dean–March 2025
There are many rewarding aspects of being the vice provost and dean of the International Division, and one of my favorites is learning about the talents of our team that extend beyond the workplace. Throughout …