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Official account for the University of Wisconsin–Madison. On, Wisconsin! 👐 wisc.edu
Pride and joy were palpable at UW–Madison’s Spring 2026 Commencement ceremony where a crowd of more than 64,000 soon-to-be graduates, their families and friends gathered on a bright and beautiful day in Camp Randall Stadium. Congratulations,
#UWGrad
Class of 2026!
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A Camp Randall commencement
Tears of joy, words of advice, and some jumping around mark Saturday's ceremony.
https://news.wisc.edu/a-camp-randall-commencement/
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Rise and shine, Class of 2026 — it’s your
#UWGrad
day! 🔴🎓⚪️🦡
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The Kohl Center filled with cheers (and perhaps a few happy tears) as hundreds of doctoral and professional degree candidates celebrated the culmination of their persistence, discovery and growth at tonight’s
#UWGrad
ceremony. The world needs you, Badgers. 🎓🦡
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‘The world needs you’
UW–Madison celebrated the achievements and expertise of doctoral and professional graduates at Friday’s spring commencement.
https://news.wisc.edu/the-world-needs-you/
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@uwsjmc.bsky.social
professor Tomás Dodds aims to connect the world of AI and journalism. He’s leading UW–Madison's new Public Tech Media Lab that will serve as a resource for journalists deliberating effective and ethical use of new technology.
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At the Intersection of Journalism and AI
Tomás Dodds is leading the new Public Tech Media Lab, which aims to be a resource for journalists hoping to be deliberate about how to ethically use new…
https://ls.wisc.edu/news/at-the-intersection-of-journalism-and-ai
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What does it mean to be an American? With support from an Andrew Carnegie Fellowship, UW–Madison professor Stephen Kantrowitz is examining the contested history of U.S. citizenship and what it can teach us about belonging in a polarized moment.
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History scholar Kantrowitz awarded Andrew Carnegie Fellowship
Kantrowitz is one of 24 scholars the Carnegie Corporation of New York selected from among 381 nominations across the country.
https://news.wisc.edu/history-scholar-kantrowitz-awarded-andrew-carnegie-fellowship/
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48 extraordinary members of the
#UWMadison
faculty have been honored during the last year with awards supported by the estate of William F. Vilas, recognizing their standout research, teaching and service. Congratulations and On, Wisconsin!
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48 faculty honored with Vilas professorships and awards
The awards recognize standout research, teaching and service.
https://news.wisc.edu/48-faculty-honored-with-vilas-professorships-and-awards/
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Happy
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Week! Join us in celebrating UW–Madison’s Class of 2026 and tag
#UWGrad
in your 🎓 Bluesky and Instagram posts for a chance to be featured on the official
#UWGrad
celebration wall:
go.wisc.edu/uwgrad
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Congratulations to our newest Vilas Research Professors — Anjon Audhya, Kathy Cramer, Shannon Stahl and Stephen Wright — nationally and internationally recognized scholars advancing UW–Madison’s research mission.
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4 UW scholars honored with Vilas Research Professorships
New Vilas Research Professors include leaders in study of cells, public opinion, sustainable chemistry and computational optimization
https://news.wisc.edu/4-uw-scholars-honored-with-vilas-research-professorships/
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It’s Commencement Week at UW–Madison! Find everything you need at
commencement.wisc.edu
— including visitor info, school/college events, Class of 2026 stories, our
#UWGrad
Celebration Wall and more.
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UW–Madison Commencement
This celebration of our graduates’ achievements brings together university leadership, student voices, a keynote speaker, and the official conferral of degrees.
https://commencement.wisc.edu
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Congratulations to our 179 students who were recognized at the 2026 Chancellor’s Undergraduate Awards Ceremony for their academic excellence, public service and undergraduate research!
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2026 Chancellor’s Undergraduate Awards Ceremony recognizes 179 outstanding students
Provost John Zumbrunnen praised the winners for expanding what we know and understand about our world.
https://news.wisc.edu/2026-chancellors-undergraduate-awards-ceremony-recognizes-179-outstanding-students/
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An international team of researchers has measured the power of jets of particles blasted into space by black holes, a first that confirms a prediction made by UW–Madison astronomers a decade ago.
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Scientists measure force of powerful jets streaming from a black hole in the Cygnus system
The findings confirm a theory posed by UW–Madison researchers a decade ago.
https://news.wisc.edu/scientists-measure-force-of-powerful-jets-streaming-from-a-black-hole-in-the-cygnus-system/
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Sarah Spelsberg has taken the Wisconsin Idea to some of the world’s most extreme settings—from mountain rescues to the set of Survivor. A UW alumna turned wilderness medicine expert, she served as the show’s on‑site physician for Seasons 49 & 50, proving it’s never too late to chart a bold new path.
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Saving Lives on Survivor | On Wisconsin
Physician Sarah Spelsberg ’95 has provided care on the popular TV show as well as other extreme environments.
https://onwisconsin.uwalumni.com/saving-lives-on-survivor/
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A newly released study estimates that UW–Madison and its affiliates and spin-offs have a combined annual impact of $38.9 B on Wisconsin’s economy. The Wisconsin Idea, our commitment to benefit lives in the state and beyond, has a powerful impact. Learn more:
go.wisc.edu/impactnews
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From creating community, to serving others and bringing home Olympic gold, these soon-to-be-grads define what it means to be a Badger. Meet some of the notable students in our
#UWGrad
Class of Spring 2026:
news.wisc.edu/meet-some-of...
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Meet some of our notable grads for spring 2026
From creating community, to serving others and bringing home Olympic gold, these soon-to-be-grads define what it means to be a Badger.
https://news.wisc.edu/meet-some-of-our-notable-grads-for-spring-2026/
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We’re proud to name Remzi Arpaci-Dusseau as the founding dean of UW–Madison’s new College of Computing and Artificial Intelligence. As founding dean, he will guide CAI through its launch, overseeing its growth and academic direction. Congratulations, Remzi!
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UW–Madison names Remzi Arpaci-Dusseau founding dean of College of Computing and Artificial Intelligence, announces major investment in college’s launch
$100 million in philanthropic support and a significant campus investment, including 50 new faculty positions, will support research, education and innovation
https://news.wisc.edu/uw-madison-names-remzi-arpaci-dusseau-founding-dean-of-college-of-computing-and-artificial-intelligence-announces-major-investment-in-colleges-launch/
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Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin
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I’m so proud to share that Badger Miranda Garcia-Dove has been named a 2026 TRUMAN SCHOLAR!🎉 I’ve seen how she leads with purpose & brings her peers together to thoughtfully engage across their differences. I'm excited to see the impact she’ll continue to make.
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Now a Truman Scholar, UW junior Miranda Garcia-Dove’s dedication to public service is driven by curiosity and kindness
One of the top academic awards for undergraduate students, Truman Scholarships support the next generation of leaders
https://news.wisc.edu/now-a-truman-scholar-uw-junior-miranda-garcia-doves-dedication-to-public-service-is-driven-by-curiosity-and-kindness/
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Congratulations to educational theorist Michael W. Apple, chemist Helen E. Blackwell, communication researcher Dominique Brossard, mathematician Jordan Ellenberg and geographer Holly Gibbs — UW–Madison's newly elected members of the American Academy of Arts & Sciences!
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Five UW–Madison professors elected to American Academy of Arts & Sciences
The new members, representing a wide range of academic research areas, were selected for accomplishments in their fields.
https://news.wisc.edu/five-uw-madison-professors-elected-to-american-academy-of-arts-sciences/
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Artificial Intelligence is changing how we work, learn and live. But what does it mean for our shared human future?
#UWMadison’s
new Center for Humanistic Inquiry into AI and Uncertainty is helping ensure AI is shaped with people at the center.
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AI’s Humanistic Angle | On Wisconsin
A UW–Madison research center grapples with tough questions surrounding the new technology.
https://onwisconsin.uwalumni.com/ais-humanistic-angle/
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Three
@uwmadisonls.bsky.social
professors have been named 2026 Guggenheim Fellows. The prestigious awards are given to applicants across disciplines, both for their prior career achievements and great future potential. Congratulations to Ilias Diakonikolas, Randall Goldsmith and Claire Wendland!
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Three UW–Madison professors earn Guggenheim Fellowships
The prestigious awards recognize their prior career achievements and future promise.
https://news.wisc.edu/three-uw-madison-professors-earn-guggenheim-fellowships/
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During World War II, a queer Black man risked his life for love, and was nearly erased from history. A new book by UW–Madison professor Ethelene Whitmire brings this overlooked story to light.
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A UW professor’s book tells the overlooked tale of a queer Black man who risked his life during WWII for love
Ethelene Whitmire’s ‘The Remarkable Life of Reed Peggram,’ who survived and escaped a Nazi concentration camp with his lover, has received national recognition since its release.
https://news.wisc.edu/a-uw-professors-book-tells-the-overlooked-tale-of-a-queer-black-man-who-risked-his-life-during-wwii-for-love/
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Featured in the Sunday
@nytimes.com
: At
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, each gallery will now have a single “focus object,” with “a constellation of other artworks” helping to draw out particular themes.
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Finding a New Approach to Displaying a Museum Collection
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/04/18/arts/design/museums-chazen-wisconsin-makeover.html
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Titans. Innovators. Badgers. We’re proud to see two outstanding UW–Madison alumni — photojournalist Lynsey Addario and hockey legend Hilary Knight — listed among the TIME 100 most influential people of 2026. Read their bios:
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Three UW–Madison juniors have received 2026 Goldwater Scholarships, the premier undergrad scholarship in mathematics, engineering and the natural sciences in the United States. Congratulations to Aletta Bergman, Krithi Gopinath and Eva Stafne!
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Three UW–Madison students awarded prestigious 2026 Goldwater Scholarships
The Goldwater Scholarship is the premier undergraduate scholarship in mathematics, engineering and the natural sciences in the United States.
https://news.wisc.edu/three-uw-madison-students-awarded-prestigious-2026-goldwater-scholarships/
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We’re thrilled to announce “Custodians of Wonder” as UW–Madison's Go Big Read selection for the 2026-27 school year. In his book, journalist Eliot Stein explores how some of the world’s rarest and oldest traditions help cultivate a shared identity and keep the past alive.
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‘Custodians of Wonder’ is 2026-27 Go Big Read choice
Journalist Eliot Stein explores how some of the world’s rarest and oldest traditions help cultivate a shared identity and keep the past alive.
https://news.wisc.edu/custodians-of-wonder-is-2026-27-go-big-read-choice/
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Celebrating its 50th year, the Varsity Band Spring Concert marks the end of a season and puts on a memorable show.
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The UW Marching Band’s grand finale
Celebrating its 50th year, the Varsity Band Spring Concert marks the end of a season and puts on a memorable show.
https://news.wisc.edu/the-uw-marching-bands-grand-finale/
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The creative legacy of UW alumna Allee Willis is coming home. The Allee Willis Archive will join UW–Madison Libraries as part of a new Creativity Commons, offering students and researchers a place to explore music, art and storytelling through the lens of one of pop culture’s most inventive minds.
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From Bascom Hill to Hall of Fame: The Allee Willis Archive, Creativity Commons coming to UW–Madison Libraries
In the world of Allee Willis, creativity is worth its weight in gold records. “I’m always excited. That’s the key. You gotta […]
https://www.library.wisc.edu/news/2026/04/10/from-bascom-hill-to-hall-of-fame-the-allee-willis-archive-creativity-commons-coming-to-uw-madison-libraries/
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A proud day to be a Badger, even in defeat. This young team proved they’ll be a force to reckon with for years to come. Thank you to the Wisconsin Men's Hockey team for a thrilling season, and thank you, Badger fans! More words and photos:
news.wisc.edu/a-proud-day-...
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UW–Madison has again been named a “new Ivy” by
@forbes.com
, recognizing the university’s role in preparing and graduating talent for today’s workforce. On, Wisconsin!
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UW–Madison again named a ‘new Ivy’ by Forbes
The university was selected as one of the best in the country at "preparing and graduating the talent" that meets today's workforce needs.
https://news.wisc.edu/uw-madison-again-named-a-new-ivy-by-forbes/
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The Badgers are back! The Wisconsin Men’s Hockey team stuns North Dakota and advances to the NCAA championship game for the first time since 2010.
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The Badgers are back
UW men’s hockey stuns North Dakota and advances to the NCAA championship game for the first time since 2010.
https://news.wisc.edu/the-badgers-are-back/
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UW–Madison
Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin
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Proud to see
@uwmadison.bsky.social
ranked the #1 Peace Corps volunteer-producing university in the country once again — and #2 for all-time volunteers (approaching #1)! 63 alumni served this past year making a difference in communities around the world. 🌍
international.wisc.edu/university-o...
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UW–Madison's staff members bring our mission to life and ensure that the Wisconsin Idea extends far beyond campus and the state. Congratulations to the 10 winners of our 2026 Academic Staff Excellence Awards! Meet each awardee:
news.wisc.edu/meet-the-202...
about 1 month ago
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We’re excited to announce that James Patterson, the world’s best-selling author and a fierce advocate for education, will be
#UWMadison's
Spring 2026 Commencement keynote speaker — helping our
#UWGrad
Class of 2026 close one chapter and begin the next.
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The world’s best-selling author James Patterson will give this year’s Spring Commencement keynote
The master storyteller, who will deliver the charge to graduates on May 9, shares early advice ahead of the ceremony.
https://news.wisc.edu/the-worlds-best-selling-author-james-patterson-will-give-this-years-spring-commencement-keynote/
about 1 month ago
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UW–Madison’s graduate programs are once again ranked among the nation’s best in a variety of fields and specialties in
@usnews.com
's “Best Graduate Schools” of 2026 — including our School of Education coming in at #1 for the 3rd year in a row. On, Wisconsin! See more:
news.wisc.edu/uw-madison-g...
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UW–Madison graduate programs ranked among the nation’s best by U.S. News
Nearly 20 programs ranked in their respective Top 10 lists, shining a light on the breadth and depth of the university’s graduate offerings.
https://news.wisc.edu/uw-madison-graduate-programs-ranked-among-the-nations-best-by-u-s-news/
about 1 month ago
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Forewarned is forearmed: As severe weather events become more common, UW–Madison’s Daniel Wright will direct a new research center to help people be better prepared for serious storms.
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Perfecting Storm Studies | On Wisconsin
The UW’s Daniel Wright leads a multidisciplinary research center on severe weather.
https://onwisconsin.uwalumni.com/perfecting-storm-studies/
about 1 month ago
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The Crazylegs Classic has been a harbinger of spring at UW–Madison for more than four decades. See how the popular run/walk started and how it has changed with the times:
onwisconsin.uwalumni.com/crazy-about-...
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Crazy About Crazylegs | On Wisconsin
The popular run/walk has been a harbinger of spring in Madison for more than four decades.
https://onwisconsin.uwalumni.com/crazy-about-crazylegs/
about 1 month ago
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On Wisconsin Magazine
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’s federally funded Center for Health Disparities Research has the potential to transform health care delivery. The researchers aim to improve policy decisions by showing how the places where people live can affect their health.
onwisconsin.uwalumni.com/healing-the-...
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Healing the World, Block by Block | On Wisconsin
UW–Madison researchers are helping to improve your health, wherever you live.
https://onwisconsin.uwalumni.com/healing-the-world-block-by-block/
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Dr. Christian Capitini, a national expert in the treatment and research of childhood cancers, has been named the next director of UW–Madison's Carbone Cancer Center. He will assume the role of Carbone Cancer Center director on April 19.
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Christian Capitini named director of the UW Carbone Cancer Center - School of Medicine and Public Health
https://www.med.wisc.edu/news/capitini-named-uw-carbone-director/
about 1 month ago
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Can late-night phone habits help us better understand suicide risk? UW–Madison researchers at
@centerhealthyminds.bsky.social
used AI to study millions of smartphone screenshots, offering new insights into moments of vulnerability and connection.
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Center for Healthy Minds Researchers Use AI and 7.5M Screenshots to Understand Suicide Risk
The latest findings in this first-of-its-kind study show nighttime smartphone behavior can be an indicator of suicidal thoughts.
https://centerhealthyminds.org/news/center-for-healthy-minds-researchers-ai-screenshots-understand-suicide-risk
about 1 month ago
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Cycles in the growth and decay of Antarctica’s ice sheets once shaped marine biological productivity thousands of miles away in the subtropical ocean, according to new research led by scientists at
#UWMadison
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Ancient Antarctic ice cycles impacted ocean productivity thousands of miles away
UW–Madison study links Antarctic ice sheet growth and decay to a 40,000-year rhythm in subtropical marine productivity.
https://news.wisc.edu/ancient-antarctic-ice-cycles-impacted-ocean-productivity-thousands-of-miles-away/
about 1 month ago
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UW–Madison
Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin
about 1 month ago
Congrats to
@uwmadison.bsky.social
’s Robert Radwin on being elected as a 2025
@aaas.org
fellow — one of the highest honors in science! His work in ergonomics is helping make workplaces safer and preventing injury — what a well-deserved recognition. 👏
news.wisc.edu/uw-madison-e...
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UW–Madison ergonomics expert Robert Radwin named AAAS fellow
The engineering professor emeritus was nominated to the prestigious association for his innovative research on physical stress and injuries in the workplace.
https://news.wisc.edu/uw-madison-ergonomics-expert-robert-radwin-named-aaas-fellow/
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#UWMadison
will award an honorary Doctor of Science degree to Tia Nelson, an accomplished environmental leader and UW alumna, at Spring 2026 Commencement. Her work reflects the enduring values of the Wisconsin Idea, connecting scholarship with public impact locally, nationally and globally.
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Tia Nelson, champion of environmental stewardship, to receive honorary degree from UW–Madison
Nelson, who has been instrumental in advancing local, national and global conservation efforts, will be honored on May 8 at the spring commencement ceremony.
https://news.wisc.edu/tia-nelson-champion-of-environmental-stewardship-to-receive-honorary-degree-from-uw-madison/
about 1 month ago
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Each year, the faculty divisions honor four
#UWMadison
faculty with the Hilldale Award to recognize their contributions to teaching, research and service. Congratulations to our 2026 winners: Ellen Wald, Miron Livny, Jon Pevehouse and Mimmi Fulmer! Meet each awardee:
news.wisc.edu/meet-the-win...
about 2 months ago
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At UW–Madison's Pluralism in Practice Workshop, participants learned from leading experts and modeled ways to promote civil dialogue on campus.
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Practicing what we preach on viewpoint diversity
At the Pluralism in Practice Workshop, participants learned from leading experts and modeled ways to promote civil dialogue on campus.
https://news.wisc.edu/practicing-what-we-preach-on-viewpoint-diversity/
about 2 months ago
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IT'S A GREAT DAY FOR HOCKEY! Your Wisconsin Women's Hockey team are back-to-back National Champions. The Badgers overcame a late scare from Ohio State to secure their record ninth national title. 🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆
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Badgers are back-to-back champs
UW women’s hockey overcomes a late scare from Ohio State to secure a record ninth national title.
https://news.wisc.edu/badgers-are-back-to-back-champs/
about 2 months ago
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UW–Madison professor Julie Klinger argues that cleaning up abandoned mines in the U.S., where rare earth elements are already present, “could literally be trash to treasure.” Here are five things to know about rare earth elements that are reshaping geopolitics.
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5 things to know about rare earth elements
UW–Madison Professor Julie Klinger shares her expertise on a resource that is reshaping geopolitics.
https://news.wisc.edu/five-things-to-know-about-rare-earth-elements/
about 2 months ago
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Thirteen faculty members have been chosen to receive UW–Madison’s 2026 Distinguished Teaching Awards, an honor given for more than 70 years to recognize exemplary achievements in teaching. Congratulations to our outstanding educators! Meet the awardees:
news.wisc.edu/meet-the-202...
about 2 months ago
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In yesterday evening’s conversation with
@uwchancellor.bsky.social
,
@thefireorg.bsky.social
president and CEO Greg Lukianoff discussed intellectual health in higher education and what it takes to build a culture that encourages vigorous discourse.
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Greg Lukianoff: ‘Dissent is essential for understanding the world’
In a conversation with Chancellor Mnookin, the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression president and CEO discussed intellectual health in higher education.
https://news.wisc.edu/greg-lukianoff-dissent-is-essential-for-understanding-the-world/
about 2 months ago
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UW–Madison
UW–Madison School of Journalism and Mass Communication
2 months ago
Last Thursday, as part of the Wisconsin Exchange, the SJMC welcomed distinguished media executive Andy Lack for a timely conversation about how journalism can strengthen democratic institutions. Read highlights and watch the full interview:
sjmc.wisc.edu/news/highlig...
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Badgers, learn to live and lead in a polarized world as we explore topics like presidential power, pluralistic democracy and more at the Pluralism in Practice Workshop — March 23 at Union South. Learn more and register:
wisconsinexchange.wisc.edu/events/plura...
about 2 months ago
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New life for spent batteries? Chemistry has a solution. A team of
@uwenergy.bsky.social
scientists has developed an economically viable and environmentally friendly technique to bring spent lithium ion batteries back to life.
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New life for spent batteries? Chemistry has a solution
Lithium-ion batteries enable cleaner energy and transportation systems, but their growing roles powering vehicles and balancing the grid presents a two-pronged problem: meeting the demand for critical...
https://energy.wisc.edu/news/new-life-spent-batteries-chemistry-has-solution
2 months ago
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