Flock Song

In fall, songbirds make a joyful noise. UW neuroscientists are studying starlings for insights into the brain’s natural motivation and reward systems.

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In their own voices

A new oral history project commemorating the 50th anniversary of UW’s American Indian Studies program tells a turbulent story of student activism amid national upheaval.

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Remembering Layne Hailu

Layne Hailu travelled thousands of miles from Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, to UW–Madison with the goal of eventually applying his talents back home to solve real world problems. Hailu, a junior who passed away in Madison on Aug. 19, is being remembered by friends as a changemaker and innovator.

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Room for expression

In her first-person essay about her experience as an Undergraduate Research Scholar, L&S senior Corina Robinson shares her belief that research and creative practice need each other and says “the world does not move forward unless we have both.”

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UW-Madison Geography students share Appleton International Airport’s sustainability story

First time visitors and longtime passengers may be surprised to learn the Appleton International Airport now produces as much renewable energy as it consumes and that the meals they eat while waiting for their flights are made with fresh ingredients grown in an on-site hydroponic farm. These features are part of a larger sustainability story that the airport will be able to tell more effectively with a suite of tools, including a video, created by students from Geography 309 in partnership with
UniverCity Alliance.

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Favorite Spaces - Photo Series 2022

L&S Dean’s Ambassadors is a select group that helps the dean see L&S through students’ eyes. We love these students’ willingness to share their wisdom and their experience with us! Recently, we asked them to name their favorite spaces on campus. The results are eye-opening!

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Trio of graduates win Dean's Prizes

Three seniors, graduating from the College of Letters & Science, have been selected by Dean Eric M. Wilcots for the Dean’s Prize. Candidates for this award completed a minimum of 24 Honors Program credits, made significant contributions to UW–Madison and the local community, completed an undergraduate thesis or major research project, and excelled in their classes.

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Ready for Takeoff

The College of Letters & Science’s STEM Runway program helps students from underrepresented groups find their science path and thrive.

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Global problem, local solution

La Follette graduate student Jenna Greene talks about her experience on UW's Earth RepAIR team competing for the Elon Musk-funded XPRIZE.

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