Tag: International Studies

“International Career Conversations” Series Connects Students with Global Alumni

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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 Kushner—all of whom have forged paths in international development, humanitarian and human rights work, and journalism. Students were excited to …

Senior Lydia Nyachieo named Marshall Scholar, one of country’s top undergraduate honors

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Lydia Nyachieo’s interest in global affairs expanded in bits and pieces growing up. At UW–Madison, it became her academic passion. “I’m especially interested in — and puzzled by — the incomprehensible imbalances of wealth and power,” says Nyachieo, a senior majoring in international studies and philosophy, with certificates in African studies and French. “How is …

Russ Feingold to teach course on UW-Madison campus next fall

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Four decades after walking across the commencement stage, Russ Feingold will return to the University of Wisconsin–Madison campus in fall 2018 as a Distinguished Visiting Lecturer in International Studies. Four decades after walking across the commencement stage, Russ Feingold will return to the University of Wisconsin–Madison campus in fall 2018 as a Distinguished Visiting Lecturer …

Haven’t Heard? Chinese Athletes to Arrive on Campus Friday Night

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Wisconsin State Journal Deborah Ziff Nine elite Chinese athletes and coaches will be greeted at the Dane County Regional airport Friday night in true UW–Madison fashion – by Bucky Badger and the UW Marching Band. UW–Madison Chancellor Biddy Martin, other university administrators and Chinese students will be there as well. The athletes will spend the …