University of Wisconsin–Madison
Hiromi Naka recently arrived in Madison on a two-year mission to highlight the existing ties between Wisconsin and Japan, to develop new connections and networks, and to raise awareness about her country. Naka, a K-12 outreach specialist, comes to to Madison through the Japan Outreach Initiative (JOI). While here, she is based at UW–Madison’s Center …
University of Wisconsin–Madison faculty and academic staff are invited to apply for grants of up to £15,000 (average £10,000) offered through the Worldwide Universities Network (WUN) to launch longer-term research collaborations within the WUN Global Challenges. The WUN consists of 19 research institutions (including UW–Madison) on six continents. This network creates multilateral opportunities for international …
A trio of students from the University of York in the United Kingdom spent three weeks in Madison this summer, examining how funding for local non-profit agencies supports innovation. Their stay culminated with a presentation of their findings and observations with representatives of several agencies. Their study marked the debut of a fellowships program between …
An exhibit showcasing the life-long efforts of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej of Thailand to promote scientific research will be on display at the Red Gym, 716 Langdon Street, June 21-28, sponsored by the Royal Thai Embassy in Washington, D.C., in cooperation with the Center for Southeast Asian Studies at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. The …
In its first year, the University of Wisconsin–Madison Shanghai Innovation Office (SIO) has hosted high-level delegations, coordinated conferences that have brought together Wisconsin and Chinese experts from academia as well as from the public and private sectors, and facilitated collaborative agreements. As UW–Madison moves to further strengthen connections in China, faculty and staff across campus …
University of Wisconsin–Madison students preparing to embark on international internships were among those who gathered recently – accompanied by family and friends – to hear words of encouragement and to receive scholarships to help pay their way. These undergraduates were recognized April 18, at the Spring 2013 Study Abroad Scholarship Award Ceremony, sponsored by the …
Hannah Rosenthal, who recently led the U.S. State Department’s Office to Monitor and Combat Anti-Semitism, will give a free public lecture on The Enduring Life of Anti-Semitism: The State Department’s Commitment to Fight against ‘The Longest Hatred’ on Monday, May 6, at 6 p.m. in the Pyle Center’s Alumni Lounge, on the University of Wisconsin–Madison …
The screenings of two classic features directed by King Hu, a landmark figure in world cinema, mark the latest donations to the unique collection of celebrated Taiwanese films at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. Following a donation ceremony, Dragon Gate Inn (1967) will be screened at 11:45 a.m., Saturday, April 13, and A Touch of Zen …
The University of Wisconsin–Madison is partnering with the Indo-U.S. Science and Technology Forum (IUSSTF) and the Science and Engineering Board (SERB) in India’s Department of Science and Technology (DST) to offer a transformative exchange program for students of engineering and science between leading institutions in India and the United States. The S.N Bose Scholars Program …
The University of Wisconsin–Madison currently has 103 graduates serving overseas in 47 countries as Peace Corps volunteers, ranking third for the second consecutive year on the corps’ annual list of the top volunteer-producers among large U.S. universities. UW–Madison has made the list every year since the ranking system began in 2001 and held the No. …