Social Sciences

The College of Letters & Science bestows named chairs and professorships on 17 faculty members.

In a time when young people scroll social media daily, Katherine Phelps studies the impact on young girls and their self-esteem.

Extraordinary members of L&S faculty and staff have been honored during the last year with awards supported by the estate of professor, U.S. Senator and UW Regent William F. Vilas (1840-1908).

Five L&S employees receive University of Wisconsin–Madison 2025 Academic Staff Excellence Awards.

The American Academy of Arts and Sciences announced that four L&S faculty members have been elected to the national honorary society and research center.

Recent L&S graduate Felicity Klingele has been awarded a Barry Scholarship, a relatively new, highly selective academic prize.

L&S Alum and UW–Madison’s Director of Student Radio, Kelsey Brannan named WBA Young Professional of the Year.

The Dean of the College of Letters & Science honors outstanding instructional academic staff for their excellence in teaching and mentoring undergraduate students.

College of Letters & Science professors Gregg Mitman, Emily Stanley and Claire Wendland receive 2025 Hilldale Awards recognizing their contributions to teaching, research and service.