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L&S alumni are working in business, government, non-profits, education, high-tech, medicine and law. Many are entrepreneurs. Many are helping to change the world. Together, L&S alumni keep this college and university strong and thriving. 

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Weaving Memories

Diné storyteller Sunny Dooley remembers the overwhelming past by “weaving” it into ways of healing.

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Building Connections and LOV

L&S alumna and Long-Term Field Instructor Stefanie Primm helped found LOV Inc., a family-led community center aimed at supporting people with disabilities and their families.

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A Generational Steward

As the executive director of the Sheboygan County Economic Development Corporation, Brian Doudna addresses housing issues and much more.


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Sharing Wisdom

Allan “Bud” Selig ’56, commissioner emeritus of Major League Baseball, plays two important roles in his popular UW history course: instructor and storyteller of some of his sport’s landmark moments.

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Going with the Flow

An interest in meteorology at UW-Madison launched a career in ocean science and a strong desire to give back.

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A Gift of Love

Joel Berman’s generosity, in memory of his wife, creates the Sandra Rosenbaum School of Social Work. It’s the largest gift in the school’s history and makes it one of the only named schools of social work in the country.

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The Politics of Participation

Jeff and Susanne Lyons' support for elections research and student scholarships has transformed the reach and impact of UW-Madison's Elections Research Center and improved access to a political science education at UW-Madison.

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Kohl donates $10M to support La Follette School’s outreach, teaching and research

Representing Wisconsin in the U.S. Senate for 24 years, Herb Kohl demonstrated his deep commitment to public service and his ethos of civility in public debate and policymaking. A $10 million gift announced today from Herb Kohl Philanthropies to the University of Wisconsin–Madison’s La Follette School of Public Affairs will extend the reach of that legacy.

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From the Dean

We have 200,000 engaged alumni who are passionate about UW-Madison and can’t wait to give back.

Eric Wilcots
Dean, College of Letters & Science
Mary C. Jacoby Professor of Astronomy

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