For Luca Mastropasqua, advancing sustainable energy is more than just research—it’s a collaborative journey that brings together innovation, community, and mentorship. Originally from Milan, Italy, Mastropasqua now calls UW–Madison home. Here he’s making waves as …
Awards & Grants
Hessen Incentive Grants – 2025 Call for Proposals
Purpose To support the Hesse – Wisconsin Sister State relationship and the development of new linkages between higher education institutions in each state, the Universities of Wisconsin has allocated funds to be awarded at UW–Madison …
Three UW–Madison Students Embark on Global Public Service With NextGen Service Fellowship
Three University of Wisconsin–Madison students are taking their Badger pride to the international stage, tackling everything from food waste in Thailand to environmental policy in Indonesia. As recipients of the NextGen Service Fellowship, Julia Vogel, …
CSEAS Announces Large-Scale Initiative for Sustainable Southeast Asian Language Education
The Center for Southeast Asian Studies (CSEAS), part of the Institute for Regional and International Studies (IRIS) at UW–Madison, is launching the next phase of its significant, long-standing efforts in sustainable Southeast Asian language education. …
From Beaver Dam to Brain Health
When Natascha Merten first arrived in Madison for a research internship in 2017 from Germany, she didn’t know how to stop the bus. “I didn’t realize you had to pull the weird string hanging underneath …
Meet Our 2025 International Division Pre-Dissertation Scholars
The International Division Pre-Dissertation Travel Scholarships support overseas travel to potential field research sites for doctoral students. The impact of these scholarships is significant, enabling groundbreaking research and fostering global leadership.
UW–Madison Graduate Scholars Receive 2025 IRIS Fieldwork Awards
The Institute for Regional and International Studies (IRIS) Graduate Student Summer Fieldwork Award offers financial support for UW–Madison graduate students across all disciplines and career stages. This award enables them to conduct critical field research or other …
How Boren Scholarships Launch Careers in U.S. National Security
What if your study abroad experience could not only expand your global outlook, but also introduce a career dedicated to U.S. national security and public service? For several cohorts of UW–Madison students, the Boren Awards make that …
Celebrating the Spring 2025 Wisconsin International Scholar Graduates
The Wisconsin International Scholars (WISc) Program offers a unique enrichment program for undergraduates at UW–Madison. Designed for students across all academic disciplines, this program aims to attract those looking to infuse their studies with an …
International Academic Programs and International Student Services Earn Platinum Green Office Certification
International Academic Programs (IAP) received Platinum Certification through the Green Office Certification Program for their commitment to green initiatives. The Green Office Certification Program assists UW–Madison offices in becoming more sustainable workplaces. The program provides …