University of Wisconsin–Madison
Graduating senior Jai Khanna is still tweaking the speech he’ll give Sunday as the student speaker for UW–Madison’s winter commencement. But he knows one message he wants to impart: Live life in the moment. It was a lesson the international student says he was forced to learn during the pandemic. When COVID-19 struck in March …
With her passion for legislative activism, rising senior Marin Hein is set to build her own professional brand through the Wisconsin in Washington, D.C. Internship (WiW) Program. In doing so, she joins other Badgers in D.C. who are seeking to connect with expertise on and off Capitol Hill. WiW offers undergraduates the opportunity to spend …
Even before their first day at the UW–Madison, some students prioritize building an international dimension into their Badger experience. Among the many ways to begin cultivating themselves as global citizens is the Wisconsin International Scholars Program (WISc). WISc is an undergraduate honors enrichment program for students interested in global affairs, cultures, and languages. The WISc …
Jordyn Rinehart hones her professional skills through the Wisconsin in Washington program Equipped with laptops, webcams, and blazers, seven intrepid Badgers embarked on the first iteration of UW–Madison’s virtual Wisconsin in Washington study away program this fall. Instead of commuting on the DC Metro, students are virtually attending classes, meeting with alumni mentors, and interning …
Education has always been a priority for Joel Baraka. Even facing obstacles, he has forged ahead. Now, he is looking to merge his passion for education and his studies in civil engineering to give back to students in the community where he grew up. As a child, he and his family fled the Democratic Republic …
For many students, summer means long, hot days and the opportunity to flex their newfound classroom skills at an internship. COVID-19 altered many summer interns’ plans, especially those who hoped to travel abroad and participate in experiences offered through the International Internship Program (IIP). However, several students were able to intern internationally in a virtual …
(Photo: UW Global Gateway Fellowship recipients for 2020 spring and calendar year programs.) Curiosity, drive, and a sense of adventure help students find success while studying, interning, and researching abroad. Generosity from donors also plays a big part in allowing students to participate and make the most of their experience. Donors, parents, faculty, and staff …
Emily Perez caught the travel bug young. When Perez’ mom played games with her as a child, she spoke German. Perez’ father told her stories of his time in France and Spain, hitchhiking cross-country with truckers — though he advised her never to follow suit. One of her older sisters works as a travel writer, …
When Shane Simenstad ’17, political science, enrolled at UW–Madison, he thought he would study to become a doctor like his father. But after his first year, he realized he lacked passion for the profession. Still, he found his own way to follow in his father’s footsteps. His father told him the important thing is that …
In Washington, D.C., reputation can be everything. Whether students are looking to launch careers in government agencies, NGOs, or the private sector, building a strong reputation through experience and networking can be the key to opening doors. Purnita Howlader has been a major resource to students in D.C., providing Badgers with advice, connections, and opportunities …