University of Wisconsin–Madison
With a record-breaking 3,336 Badgers studying abroad through International Academic Programs (IAP) this past year, global learning at UW–Madison is reaching new heights—a trajectory Dan Gold has helped shape as he approaches his 15th year as director of IAP. Gold is quick to emphasize that the office’s growth isn’t a solo effort. Having managed summer …
When an international faculty member joins the University of Wisconsin–Madison, they often hear about the Wisconsin Idea—the principle that the university’s influence should reach every family in the state and beyond. For many, it is a new concept to study. But for Rajdeep Khangura, discovering the Wisconsin Idea felt less like an introduction and more …
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 …