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Pay Attention
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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

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Bridge Builders
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Bridge Builders

Researchers across the College of Letters & Science are tackling the tough questions of our time. But to get results, they need support. That’s where CRISP comes in. The L&S Collective for Research Impact and Social Partnerships bridges the gap between researchers and the industry, community and government partners who will help fuel the next generation of discoveries.

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Green Lights
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Green Lights

Environmental stewardship comes in many forms. From reporting on thawing permafrost in the Arctic to restoring prairies in Wisconsin to lobbying politicians for change, these L&S alumni are showcasing how to make a difference.

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Students

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The Science of Art
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The Science of Art

Analyzing the chemical composition of an ancient tapestry, graduate student Erin Birdsall discovered her niche.

Fall 2022
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Ready for Takeoff
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Ready for Takeoff

The College of Letters & Science’s STEM Runway program helps students from underrepresented groups find their science path and thrive.

Spring 2022
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Ice-Cold Research
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Ice-Cold Research

Two graduate students just returned from an epic — albeit frigid — ecological study in Antarctica. Here’s what they learned from their time on the ice.

Spring 2025
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Taking the Plunge
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Taking the Plunge

One century later, undergraduates still find paths to a freshwater future at Trout Lake Station.

Fall 2024
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To Harlem, the Lower East Side and Beyond
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To Harlem, the Lower East Side and Beyond

L&S students traveled to New York City in April for an immersive exploration of African American and Jewish cultures.

Fall 2022
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