How Alberto Vargas turned interdisciplinary interests into a career-defining strength. Read the full The Transdisciplinarian article, which appeared first on The Commons.
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At the Corner of Academia and Government
Maria Daniela Castillo makes connections everywhere she goes: from cars and people to research and reality. Read the full At the Corner of Academia and Government article, which appeared first on The Commons.
The Gateway Bug
Valerie Stull sought a nexus between the environment, human health, and nutrition. She found it with crickets. Read the full The Gateway Bug article, which appeared first on The Commons.
No Soy, No Deforestation
Studies from SAGE researchers show Brazil’s moratorium plays a crucial role in preventing forest loss across the Amazon. Read the full No Soy, No Deforestation article, which appeared first on The Commons.
The Peace Corps Advantage: How the Peace Corps Forged a Badger’s Career in Diplomacy
For Michael Cavey, a proud alumnus of UW–Madison, the path from a lecture hall on Bascom Hill to a prestigious diplomatic role in Tokyo wasn’t a straight line—it was a journey that took him to …
King-Morgridge Scholar Spotlight: Michael Bebile-Kogh
The King-Morgridge Scholars Program supports students who demonstrate exceptional leadership, a commitment to social impact, and a strong connection to their home communities. Scholars are provided resources, mentorship, and funding to pursue initiatives that create …
Jump into commencement with student speaker Jeeva Premkumar
Jeeva Premkumar likes to say he took a formative leap — into an icy Lake Mendota — after he got to campus, but the soon-to-be University of Wisconsin–Madison graduate and this year’s student speaker for Winter …
UW–Japan engineering and technology forum bridges gaps and showcases Wisconsin industry innovation
On Oct. 22 and 23, 2025, UW-Madison, the Japan–America Society of Wisconsin (JASWI), and the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) co-hosted more 80 attendees at the 2025 UW–Japan Engineering & Technology Forum.
What are international students doing for Thanksgiving?
The University of Wisconsin–Madison is home to over 7,000 international students from more than 120 different countries. For some students, visiting home means a long flight and an uncomfortable middle seat. But with fall break just around …
Study Abroad Photo Contest Winners 2025
Congratulations to our 2025 Study Abroad Photo Contest winners!