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Author Ben Wildavsky to Speak on the Rise of the Global Education Marketplace, Talk Begins 2011 GSHE Speaker Series

Ben Wildavsky, a senior fellow in research and policy at the Kauffman Foundation and author of The Great Brain Race: How Global Universities Are Reshaping the World, is giving a free public talk titled “The Great Brain Race: Rise of the Global Education Marketplace” on Monday, January 31, 2:30-4:30 p.m., in the Wisconsin Idea Room …

January 26 Starts IAP Open Houses: Learn More About Study Abroad at UW-Madison

This spring, the International Academic Programs (IAP), located at 250 Bascom Hall, will play host to numerous drop-in events for students to learn more about study abroad opportunities at UW–Madison. This spring, the International Academic Programs (IAP), located at 250 Bascom Hall, will play host to numerous drop-in events for students to learn more about …

Washington DC Semester in International Affairs Info Session on January 27

Are you interested in International Affairs? Do you want to get a head-start on a career in Washington, DC? Learn about the opportunities within the Washington DC Semester in International Affairs program at the January 27 information session: DC Semester Info Session Thursday, January 27 4 p.m. Ingraham 336 Find out more about the Washington, …

[CHE] As White House Pushes Study Abroad in China, Educators Question the Logistics

The Chronicle of Higher Education — January 19, 2011 “As White House Pushes Study Abroad in China, Educators Question the Logistics” by Karin Fischer The Chronicle of Higher Education — January 19, 2011 “As White House Pushes Study Abroad in China, Educators Question the Logistics” by Karin Fischer

[UW News] Chinese Champions to be Featured on the Big Ten Network

UW News Release – Jan. 21, 2011 A new television feature show produced by the University of Wisconsin–Madison will showcase the success of the Chinese Champions Program for a Big Ten Network audience. The 30-minute program, “Beijing Badgers,” airs nationally at noon (CST), on Tuesday, Jan. 25 on the BTN. (Channel 73 on Charter Digital …

[UW News] Global Health Initiative Seeks Campuswide Involvement in Incubator Series

UW News Release — Jan. 6, 2011 Global health problems extend beyond clinics, vaccine laboratories, and hospitals. Some of the most pressing problems stem from societal, economic and environmental factors as well. The University of Wisconsin–Madison’s growing Global Health Initiative is taking on this multisector challenge by fostering research collaborations that advance sustainable health in …

Global Hot Spots Lecture Series Kicks off with the Talk: Bucky Sweatshirts Sweatshops or Fair Trade?

The popular Global Hot Spots Lecture Series will kick off Friday, January 28, 2011, with the talk “Bucky Sweatshirts Sweatshops or Fair Trade?” by Dennis Dresang. This free lecture is open to all. It will be held from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. in the Pyle Center, located at 702 Langdon Street in Madison. To attend …

[CHE] Northeastern, Once Local, Goes Global: University Expands Signature Co-op Program and Foreign Enrollment

The Chronicle of Higher Education — January 16, 2011 “Northeastern, Once Local, Goes Global: University Expands Signature Co-op Program and Foreign Enrollment” The Chronicle of Higher Education — January 16, 2011 “Northeastern, Once Local, Goes Global: University Expands Signature Co-op Program and Foreign Enrollment”

[CREECA] Being Harold Pinter: A Dramatic Reading

Being Harold Pinter: A Dramatic Reading Directed by Andy Wiginton, Adapted and directed by Vladimir Shcherban and produced by Nikolai Khalezin and Natalia Kolida. Being Harold Pinter: A Dramatic Reading Directed by Andy Wiginton, Adapted and directed by Vladimir Shcherban and produced by Nikolai Khalezin and Natalia Kolida.

[The Ripon Commonwealth Press] Column: Study of Trade Agreement Takes Ben Halfway Across the World

The Ripon Commonwealth Press — December 29, 2010 “Column: Study of Trade Agreement Takes Ben Halfway Across the World” AS RIPONITES GATHERED ’round their Christmas trees and fireplaces last week, one Ripon native had a slightly different experience: He was hard at work. In India. Ben Beduhn, a Ripon High School and University of Wisconsin–Madison …