Meet the 2026 Dean’s Prize Recipients
These spring graduates were honored for how their undergraduate careers showcased the depth of a liberal arts education.
Green Lights
Environmental stewardship comes in many forms. From reporting on thawing permafrost in the Arctic to restoring prairies in Wisconsin to lobbying politicians for change, these L&S alumni are showcasing how to make a difference.
Badgers Helping Badgers: The Journey to Getting a Novel Published
Reading the College of Letters & Science’s monthly newsletter connected Meg Bortin with a UW–Madison alumnus who helped her get her first novel published.
Oh, the places quantum might go!
Matthew Otten, an assistant professor of physics, looks to a future where quantum computing can support finding solutions to some of society’s biggest problems.
$85.2 Million Gift From John and Tashia Morgridge Will Support Science Hall Transformation
The historic building will undergo renovation starting in 2027 to restore its iconic exterior and modernize its interior to support learning and research.
Celebrating Humanitarianism and Service Across the Globe
Kristhel Vernaza Sanchez was awarded the 2026 Richard Ralph Winter Phoenix Rising Humanitarian Scholarship.
New Interim Dean Looks to Build on Success
Kristin Eschenfelder brings a consensus-building, student-centric approach to her role as the Interim Dean of the College of Letters & Science.
Photos: Spring 2026 L&S Pre-Commencement Celebration
See the highlights from the College of Letters & Science Spring 2026 Pre-Commencement Celebration.
Fueling Discovery 2026
Fueling Discovery is a partnership between the College of Letters & Science and the Wisconsin State Journal celebrating research at L&S. Read about the changing trends in aircraft turbulence, the potential of quantum computing, the importance of groundwater quality and much more.
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