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Digital illustration of a gloomy silouetted forest with colored sky gradient behind.

Learning Without Burning Out

When facts are bleak, an emotionally informed approach to environmental education can keep students’ inner fire burning.

June 15, 2026

Student pose during a prescribed burn in the Arboretum.

Field Notes: Learning to Burn

Inside UW–Madison's prescribed fire ecology and implementation course.

June 15, 2026

Students conducting testing for the WiscWind project.

Field Notes: WiscWind

These students are blowing away the competition.

March 13, 2026

ESSP students meet behind Science Hall.

Field Notes: The Environmental Sustainability Scholars Program (ESSP)

Learn how a group of freshmen are setting the stage for sustainability, community, and connection.

December 15, 2025

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