This year, the United States witnessed some of the worst flooding events in recent history. Researchers from multiple departments in the College of Letters & Science are focused on finding ways to address what has become a rising issue.
As the liberal arts college of a major research university, the College of Letters & Science is uniquely positioned to tackle some of the biggest questions facing our society. Take a trip down memory lane with us, as we look back at some of our most notable research discoveries and the winding roads that led to them.
After graduating from the College of Letters & Science, our alumni go on to do great things. And many of them stay here in the state of Wisconsin, where they are creating jobs, serving the community and advocating for impactful change. Meet three alumni who are making a difference in the Badger State.
Stephen Kantrowitz awakens his students to the connections between their hometowns and Native American history.
Mark Copelovitch tries to unravel the ever-shifting landscapes of international relations and economic markets.
With Ms. Frizzle–level zeal and cross-cutting aspirations, Jumana Tanner embarked on the adventure of a lifetime with UW Marine Biology in the Florida Keys.
Christy Clark-Pujara uncovers the hard-to-find stories of Black settlers in Wisconsin.
Liz Dennett is tackling the copper crisis using nature’s oldest miners: microbes.
Through an innovative new partnership, two Madison philanthropists support a cause dear to their hearts.
Depictions of the Wicked Witch of the West have evolved over the years. The most notable change: She wasn’t always green.
When Stacey D. Smith’s son struggled to breathe, medical practitioners skillfully and knowledgeably gave him the care he needed. In processing the scary event, Smith looked back in gratitude at all of the researchers who contributed to the creation of the medicine needed to open up his airways
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