University of Wisconsin–Madison
In May 2024, Nautilus Mambaje graduated with a double major in Asian Languages and Cultures and Gender and Women’s Studies, along with a certificate in Asian American studies. He began studying Asian languages and cultures taking four years of Mandarin in high school. Coming into college, Mambaje decided to transition to Thai. “I was …
As our spring semester draws to a close, it’s a perfect time to reflect on the vibrant tapestry of programs and events that enriched our International Division. From student activities to community outreach, these events fostered global understanding and connection. Check out some of our favorite moments! In January, International Student Services welcomed more than …
May is a special month on campus with red tulips in bloom and graduation in the air. Students in their caps and gowns have also blossomed on Bascom Hill, accompanied by proud families who are ready to celebrate the accomplishments of their graduating Badgers. We have many reasons to join in the applause for the …
After an esteemed tenure spanning 30 years within the University of Wisconsin–Madison’s International Division, Cynthia Williams, international policy advisor and interim director of the Wisconsin in Washington internship program, will retire in August 2024. Since her appointment in 1994, Cynthia has held various leadership positions, overseeing projects, navigating policy landscapes, and driving new initiatives. Notably, …
From action and drama in films to the way that it brings the world together, Yeongbin “Ellen” Jeon has always had a passion for media communications. A communications arts major specializing in radio, television and film, Jeon has embraced every opportunity to foster connections in a new environment through media. She even chose to pursue …
Maxwell Chibuogwu, an international student from Nigeria, will be graduating this spring with a PhD in plant pathology. In this Q&A, he talks about his route to UW–Madison, his motivation to study pathogens of crop plants, his leadership roles at UW, and the journey he’ll take to reach his future career goal: to consult for …
UW–Madison’s Tandem Press has awarded graduate students David Love and Emilee Taxman the Gabriele S. Haberland Graduate Student Printmaking Award for Travel to Europe. In 2019, UW–Madison Professor Emeritus Willy Haeberli established two annual travel awards of $4,000 each in honor of his late wife, Gabriele Haberland. Haberland believed in the power of travel to expand a student’s worldview and …
Max Koenig, from Baraboo, will follow his May 2024 graduation with a year-long exploration of the influence of African culture, history and music in communities that were impacted by slavery. His travels will take him to Caribbean nations, Colombia and Brazil. Read the full story.
April is a month of showers, and in Wisconsin this means rain, sleet, and snow! However, the recent precipitation has not dampened our spirits; instead, it has nourished our curiosity about the many events happening across the International Division. On April 5th, the Institute for Regional and International Studies (IRIS) hosted World Cinema Day for …
Over 240 middle and high school students arrived at the Barrymore Theatre in Madison on Friday, April 5 for World Cinema Day, hosted by the Wisconsin International Resource Consortium (WIRC) and the Wisconsin Film Festival. World Cinema Day, held annually, brings middle and high school students and teachers to Madison for a free screening of …