Lora Klenke, a leader with nearly 20 years of experience in international development, is directing new efforts to connect the University of Wisconsin-Madison and alumni around the globe. Klenke will serve alumni and advance the …
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‘Muslim Journeys’ workshop to bring noted authors, journalist to Madison
A workshop on children’s and young adult literature focusing on Muslim Journeys will bring a trio of award-winning authors and a journalist to Madison to talk about their work and share their stories and perspectives. …
Workshop on children’s and young adult literature to focus on Muslim Journeys
[NOTE: The date of this program and registration deadline have been changed from the initial posting] A special workshop on August 16 will provide educators, librarians, students and other interested in literature for children and …
UW-Madison regains top ranking in recruiting Peace Corps Volunteers
The University of Wisconsin–Madison has regained the distinction as the nation’s top-producer of current Peace Corps volunteers, with 90 alumni serving overseas. UW–Madison held the top spot on Peace Corps’ annual top schools rankings from …
UW-Madison begins fourth agreement with Kazakhstan university
The University of Wisconsin–Madison has signed its fourth – and most extensive – agreement with Nazarbayev University (NU) in Astana, Kazakhstan, which will lead to more faculty and staff collaborations between the two universities and …
UW students studying abroad in 2014 receive advice, scholarships
University of Wisconsin–Madison students preparing to embark on a variety of international programs gathered December 4, 2013 at the Pyle Center – joined by family and friends – to hear words of encouragement and to …
EU ambassador to talk at UW–Madison on transatlantic trade pact
Ambassador João Vale de Almeida, who heads the European Union delegation to the United States, will give a free, public lecture on “TTIP: Taking the EU-US Partnership to the Next Level,” Tuesday, Nov. 19, at …
International Education Week events showcase UW–Madison’s global tradition
The University of Wisconsin–Madison has a long, distinguished history of international engagement and producing globally talented graduates who create better lives for people in the state and around the world. International Education Week, November 11-15, …
UN Special Envoy on Sexual Violence to visit UW–Madison campus
Zainab Hawa Bangura, the United Nations Special Envoy on Sexual Violence in Conflict, will visit the University of Wisconsin–Madison campus on November 6 and 7, with an itinerary that includes two public talks and informal …
Soffa Lecture: Egyptian author to speak on feminine resurgence amid turmoil
Once upon a time, in the not-so-distant past, the Egyptians cooked a revolution, and the chapters continue to unfold. Sahar Elmougy, an Egyptian author who writes from a feminist perspective, will offer insights into the …