Celebrating Fearless Sifting and Winnowing
An etching of the sifting and winnowing plaque now hangs in South Hall, serving as a reminder to the College of Letters & Science of the importance of academic freedom.
The Path to Polarization
Katherine Cramer’s latest project revisits the political (non)evolution of a group of ’60s graduates.
Investigating in the Open-Source Landscape
The Public Tech Media Lab hosts a boot camp training for open-source investigation techniques.
Meet the 2026 Outstanding Pre-Medicine Scholarship Awardees
These College of Letters & Science undergraduate students are hoping to make a difference in the world of medicine.
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.
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