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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!

America has a long history of violence perpetuated by white mobs, says assistant professor of history.

In this profile of shifting politics in Iowa, professor of political science argues that the majority of American voters no longer hold strong policy views. "It’s about ‘Am I being heard? Am I being respected?’” she says.

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.

Even in the wake of the pandemic and economic upheavals, the dollar's status as a reserve currency remains strong, argues La Follette School's professor of public affairs.

After forging her own path as a woman in business, Nancy Borghesi commits to identifying needs at her alma mater — and helping students find their own ways forward.

PhD student Lena Vincent pursues the biggest question in her research on the chemical origins of life.

Cora Marrett reflects on a career shaped by curiosity and coalition-building.

Black artists are in conversation across genres in the struggle for progress.