Faculty
Can Wisconsin’s forests be managed for carbon?
PhD student Bailey Murphy ponders whether Wisconsin’s forests can be managed for carbon.
Fall 2022
Delayed Gratification
Professor Emeritus William Cronon reflects on a delayed retirement and an impactful career.
Fall 2022
A Mysterious Kingdom
From mushrooms to mildews, fungi form the webs of life. UW experts are working to expand our knowledge of these life forms.
Spring 2022
Musical Playground
Mead Witter School of Music professor Dan Grabois explodes musical boundaries with EARS.
Spring 2022
Facing the Music
Jeremy Morris opens his students’ eyes to the intricacies of the modern music industry.
Spring 2025
Catching the Baton
Corey Pompey reflects on his five years of heading the University of Wisconsin Marching Band.
Fall 2024
Pay Attention
Imagine a winding maze full of twists and turns. To complete it will take focus and an ability to resist the shiny distractions designed to draw you off course. This labyrinth represents the attention economy, and L&S researchers, students and alumni are here to serve as your tour guide. They’ll walk you through the tangled ethics of the attention economy, the science behind your ability to focus
Spring 2026
Into the Flood Zone
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.
Fall 2025