Research
With Bated Breath
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
Fall 2025
Why is she green?
Depictions of the Wicked Witch of the West have evolved over the years. The most notable change: She wasn’t always green.
Fall 2025
What’s the forecast?
Even with the best tools and knowledge, forecasting can miss key pieces of the puzzle. The research happening in Mayra Oyola-Merced’s lab can help explain why and lead to a future with more accurate forecasting.
Spring 2025
What AI Doesn’t Know
As the world becomes increasingly dependent on AI, Sharon Li researches how these systems respond in the face of blind spots. Her findings could be a matter of life or death.
Spring 2024
Here&Now
A roundup of the latest happenings on campus in UW–Madison's College of Letters & Science
Spring 2024
How do humans and nature interact at a border?
Graduate student Alicia Barceinas Cruz explores the connection between nature and humans, seeking to unveil how they shape the Mexico–Guatemala border.
Spring 2024
The Long View
Mark Copelovitch tries to unravel the ever-shifting landscapes of international relations and economic markets.
Fall 2025
Magic School Boat
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.
Fall 2025
Hidden in Another Story
Christy Clark-Pujara uncovers the hard-to-find stories of Black settlers in Wisconsin.
Fall 2025