Post-event Media: Language Institute Offers Expertise on Careers in Translation and Interpretation

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The Language Institute hosted the Language for Life: Careers in Translation and Interpretation panel discussion on May 7, 2010, that drew 60-70 people, most of whom were students eager to hear from professionals with extensive and diverse experiences working in translation and interpreting. Panelists included Sarah Berquet-Clignet (French); Alison Carroll (French, German, Portuguese, Spanish); and …

WAGE Funds Six Faculty Awards and Student Awards!

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Individual Faculty Research Award The UW–Madison Center for World Affairs and the Global Economy (WAGE) is pleased to announce the winners of our 2010 Individual Faculty Research Award competition. WAGE will provide support to six research projects that explore the consequences of and challenges posed by economic globalization and its governance. The recipients represent six …

Post-event Media: Congratulations Study Abroad Scholarship Award Recipients!

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Studying abroad offers students the opportunity to experience a new culture through coursework, exploration, and personal growth. A study abroad experience is a life-changing event that helps expand a student’s worldview, deepen language competence, increase self-reliance, shape character, and develop personal interests. Division of International Studies and International Academic Programs hosted the 2010 Study Abroad …

Post-event Media: Congratulations UW International Student Graduates!

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The Wisconsin Alumni Association (WAA) hosted the International Students Graduation Ceremony last Wednesday, May 5, 2010. Students were given the opportunity to mingle and share stories before being greeted by Paula Bonner, president and CEO of the WAA. Division of International Studies‘ Dean and Vice Provost for Globalization Gilles Bousquet, Associate Vice Chancellor Steve Stern, …

Dean Gilles Bousquet to Head Internationalization Efforts as Vice Provost

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Leadership Decisions Address International Reach, Environmental Studies, and Lifelong Learning UW–Madison News (May 5, 2010) — The University of Wisconsin–Madison’s dean of international studies will now also head the university’s globalization efforts. Gilles Bousquet, who will be vice provost for globalization in addition to heading UW–Madison’s international studies division, says he’s looking forward to working …

Int’l Education Supported in Second Round of MIU Awards

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The Madison Initiative for Undergraduates (MIU) committee continues to show support for international education: faculty support for the International Studies Major; undergraduate courses in global health through the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences (CALS); TA support for the Department of Spanish & Portuguese; and coming soon … a new certificate in Professional Communication in …

Tomorrow! Careers in Translation and Interpretation

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Interested in a career as a translator or interpreter?  Come to this panel discussion to hear from professionals with extensive and diverse experiences working in the field!  Learn more about possible careers and about the skills you need to become a successful translator or interpreter. Language for Life: Careers in Translation and Interpretation Friday, May …

Center Awarded $1.5 Million For International Business Education and Research

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UW–Madison News (May 3, 2010) — The Wisconsin School of Business at the University of Wisconsin–Madison announced Thursday that the U.S. Department of Education has awarded it a four-year grant to fund the university’s Center for International Business Education and Research (CIBER). The UW–Madison CIBER will receive more than $1.5 million to support its activities …

Post-event Media: Congratulations 2009-10 WISc Program Graduates!

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Earlier this week, the Wisconsin International Scholars (WISc) Program celebrated their graduating seniors with a certificate ceremony and surprise Skype-in by WISc Faculty Chair Jolanda Vanderwal Taylor, associate professor of Dutch and German. Gilles Bousquet, dean of the Division of International Studies and vice provost for globalization, presented each graduate with a certificate. The 2010 …

Post-event Media: Int’l Studies and Global Cultures Graduates Celebrate!

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The International Studies Major and Global Cultures Program Graduation Reception was held last Friday, April 30, 2010. Many of this year’s 162 international studies graduates and 43 Global Cultures Program graduates, came together to celebrate the end of the year with their parents, faculty, and friends. Graduates mingled over cake and punch with fellow students, …