University of Wisconsin–Madison
Ph.D. student Siddharth Raj Gupta (Sid) grew up in Rampur, India. From a young age, Sid was extremely driven and dedicated to working hard to achieve his goals. This drive continued into his adult years, fueling his desire to excel in his academics while also helping others succeed. Research has been central to Sid’s academic …
As it celebrates its 35th anniversary on campus, the Asian American Studies Program rediscovers its own rich history. Last fall’s wildly successful Sifting & Reckoning exhibit resonated with most individuals who visited the Chazen Museum of Art to immerse themselves in it. Tucked among the difficult tales of prejudice and racism that mark UW–Madison’s history, there was …
Frances Vavrus has been named vice provost and dean of the International Division at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. She joined the University of Minnesota Twin Cities in 2008 and is a professor and associate chair in the Department of Organizational Leadership, Policy, and Development in their College of Education and Human Development. Vavrus has served …
This past month afforded the opportunity the International Division, together with other UW–Madison colleagues, to explore new international engagements for the university while reinvigorating existing connections. As part of a small delegation of UW–Madison staff, I was able to connect with alumni and partners in both Taiwan and Thailand. In Taiwan, I explored internship opportunities …
UW–Madison’s Institute for Regional and International Studies National Resource Center is delighted to welcome Foreign Service Officer Lachlyn Soper to campus as its Spring 2023 International Visiting Practitioner in Residence. Lachlyn Soper is a diplomat with the U.S. Department of State, with nearly 20 years of experience in public service. She most recently served at …
After a long day, it might feel therapeutic to spend some time scrolling through your cellphone. But with the advent of new technologies, your cellphone might soon be pivotal to clinically validated therapeutics. Megan Coder (PharmD ’09) keeps this vision in mind as she helps to lead an international non-profit association that’s focused on advancing …
Get a sneak preview of this year’s Earth Day learning event. Across the globe, climate change has put people, animals, and plants in a constant state of movement. What do these shifts mean for our world? How are we taking action? The Nelson Institute for Environmental Studies’ will explore these questions and more at Earth Day …
One of the most hallowed traditions and values of UW–Madison, the Wisconsin Idea, holds that the benefits of the university should extend beyond the borders of campus to every corner of the state. The International Division frequently see this ethos extend even further—across international borders. While there are many people, programs, and activities that exemplifies …
It is with great pleasure that I greet you all in 2023! The new year is always an exciting time, but especially on campus as we also welcome the beginning of the spring semester and the possibilities that come with it. Last week I was able to attend the International Student Welcome and Information Fair …
The first interview must be cancelled at the last minute, because another wave of Russian bombs has taken out the power and internet near Lviv, Ukraine, where Kari Anderson has been stationed for much of the last nine months. The second must be rescheduled because she has to take a meeting with members of Congress. …