The 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, 2025
Earth 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.
July 8, 2025Sparking the Next Generation of Scientists
Michael Notaro, director of the Nelson Institute’s Center for Climatic Research (CCR), is passionate about more than just cutting-edge climate science research — he’s deeply committed to educating and inspiring the next generation of scientists.
July 1, 2025Earth Fest in Focus: Scenes from UW–Madison’s Environmental Celebration
Where can you learn about DIY clothing dyes, sustainable chickpea farming, and insect pets — and find inspiration from live theatre, original music, and ephemeral wildflowers?
May 9, 2025Poetry, Places, and Partnerships
Sarli E. Mercado is a literary critic, author, and teaching professor at UW–Madison studying the life and work of contemporary Latin American poets.
May 8, 2025Spring Symposium
We are pleased to announce the successful conclusion of our recent event, which demonstrated an impressive turnout and diverse participation.
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