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 …
Students
King-Morgridge Scholar Spotlight: Kristhel Maholy Vernaza Sánchez
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 …
“International Career Conversations” Series Connects Students with Global Alumni
The International Studies (IS) Major at UW–Madison recently hosted its International Career Conversations series, connecting students directly with alumni in high-impact global careers. The events featured three distinguished IS alumni—Matthew Conway, Jessica Lyga, and Jacob …
Talking Politics: Elohim Monard on Launching “Conversando de Política”
At a moment when politics often feels polarized and overwhelming, PhD candidate Elohim Monard is creating space for thoughtful dialogue. His new podcast, Conversando de Política, highlights the voices of political communication scholars from around …
Honoring Jolanda Vanderwal Taylor’s 21 Years of Service to the WISc Program
For over two decades, Jolanda Vanderwal Taylor has been a foundational pillar of the Wisconsin International Scholars (WISc) Program, which cultivates a small cohort of undergraduates with mentorship, language study, unique course opportunities, and study …
WISLI Celebrates Successful Summer with Expanded Scholarships and Student Engagement
This summer, the Wisconsin Intensive Summer Language Institutes (WISLI) concluded a season of remarkable growth and renewed commitment to language education. Offering high-quality and proficiency-driven language courses, the program welcomed more than 200 students across …
Rooted in Agriculture, Driven by Innovation: A Badger’s Journey in Smart Farming
From the agricultural heartland of Tamil Nadu in southern India to the cranberry bogs of Wisconsin, Dharani Suresh Babu is forging a path that blends a deep-rooted connection to farming with cutting-edge technology. A Ph.D. …
Three UW–Madison Students Embark on Global Public Service With NextGen Service Fellowship
Three University of Wisconsin–Madison students are taking their Badger pride to the international stage, tackling everything from food waste in Thailand to environmental policy in Indonesia. As recipients of the NextGen Service Fellowship, Julia Vogel, …
UW–Madison Graduate Scholars Receive 2025 IRIS Fieldwork Awards
The Institute for Regional and International Studies (IRIS) Graduate Student Summer Fieldwork Award offers financial support for UW–Madison graduate students across all disciplines and career stages. This award enables them to conduct critical field research or other …
How Boren Scholarships Launch Careers in U.S. National Security
What if your study abroad experience could not only expand your global outlook, but also introduce a career dedicated to U.S. national security and public service? For several cohorts of UW–Madison students, the Boren Awards make that …