University of Wisconsin–Madison
For many University of Wisconsin–Madison students, college isn’t just about listening to lectures in a packed lecture hall or late-night study sessions at College Library – it’s about stepping into the unknown and unfamiliar. UW–Madison is one of the nation’s top schools with study abroad participation, with 2,986 students participating in international programs in the …
International students, faculty, and staff play a critical role at UW–Madison by bringing a wealth of expertise, breadth of experience, and diverse perspectives to the campus community. In a video I narrated recently for the International Division, we explored the history of UW–Madison’s global engagement. It was fitting to begin by recognizing that international students …
The world faces unprecedented challenges, from climate change to global health crises. The university seeks to address many of these challenges through the Wisconsin Research, Innovation and Scholarly Excellence (RISE) Initiative, emphasizing faculty hiring, research infrastructure, interdisciplinary collaboration, and student opportunity across three focus areas: RISE-AI, RISE-EARTH, and RISE-THRIVE. The International Division is supporting RISE …
A year ago, Fengxu Li says, the idea of talking to a stranger on Zoom about himself would have simply felt too nerve-wracking and intimidating. He had only arrived in the United States in fall 2023. Shy by nature, he wasn’t confident in his English and was still emerging from a gloomy period. Amazingly, amid …
International Academic Programs (IAP) received Platinum Certification through the Green Office Certification Program for their commitment to green initiatives. The Green Office Certification Program assists UW–Madison offices in becoming more sustainable workplaces. The program provides employees with resources to implement environmentally savvy practices in the workspace. International Services (IS), which is comprised of International Student …
Since 2018, International Division Staff Excellence Awards have recognized exceptional accomplishments and efforts of International Division staff members in their work in support of the mission of the International Division. Each year two awards are given—one to early-career staff and one to later-career staff. Nominations are now being accepted for the 2025 International Division Staff …
As the fall 2024 semester comes to a close, it’s a perfect time to reflect on the programs and events that enriched our campus and community. From dynamic student activities to community outreach events, these moments fostered global understanding and meaningful connections. Congratulations to all the Badgers who graduated this semester—your achievements inspire us! Check …
In a world that becomes more interconnected by the day, cultivating cross-cultural understanding and global awareness can be as simple as a conversation. International Reach, a program run by International Student Services (ISS), proves just that. The International Reach program, originally started by an international student and Madison Friends of International Students (MFIS) in 1989, …
November is here, and with it comes one of my favorite times of the year: International Education Week (IEW)! The week is a time to celebrate achievements in international education and exchange, and the activities highlighted on the IEW website showcase the ways that the International Division and our campus partners connect Wisconsin to the …
Earlier this academic year, 23 educators from 13 countries joined the UW–Madison School of Education community as part of the Fulbright Teaching Excellence and Achievement (Fulbright TEA) program. The visiting teachers arrived from countries across Eastern Europe and Central Asia on Sept. 11 and stayed through most of October. The Fulbright TEA participants attended academic seminars …