Science Hall: A History
Science Hall is a building that bares its soul, says Daniel Einstein, historic and cultural resources manager at UW–Madison and graduate of the Nelson Institute.
October 9, 2025Leading Experts Explore Climate Solutions and Resilience at UW–Madison Symposium
Community members are invited to join local and national experts at UW–Madison’s 2025 Climate Change Symposium on Tuesday, Oct. 7, from 6:30–8:30 p.m. at Union South’s Marquee Cinema.
October 1, 2025
Energy Analysis and Policy Looks to Future, Celebrates Legacy
What’s in a name? At the Nelson Institute for Environmental Studies at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, it’s a powerful way to honor the past and inspire the future.
September 30, 2025Tracey Holloway Elected as an American Geophysical Union Fellow
Holloway joins the 2025 AGU Class of Fellows, a distinguished group recognized for their exceptional contributions to Earth and space sciences.
September 24, 2025The Transdisciplinarian
It would be easy enough to say that Alberto Vargas is an interdisciplinary scholar, teacher, and mentor.
September 15, 2025The Gateway Bug
When it’s Valerie Stull’s turn to send snack to her preschooler’s school or gathering, she doesn’t send cookies or string cheese.
September 15, 2025Every Pixel Tells a Story
Amintas Brandão Jr. started mapping roads in the Amazon as an intern.
September 15, 2025At the Corner of Academia and Government
In Boston’s East Fenway neighborhood, a stretch of pavement in front of Whole Foods comes alive.
September 12, 2025Nelson Institute Announces 2025 Alumni Award Winners
Nearly 8,000 Nelson Institute alumni work in government, business, and nonprofit organizations, applying their knowledge and skills to make the world a better and more sustainable place.
July 10, 2025Earth Fest Gets the Gold
The Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) awarded UW–Madison’s Earth Fest a 2025 CASE Circle of Excellence Award.
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