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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

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.

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.

Badger Pride Wall at Alumni Park — The Badger Pride Wall is especially spectacular at night, when the 80-foot-long artwork is backlit to show shadows of quintessentially UW–Madison symbols. Local artist Nate Koehler created the intricate design, which stands six feet tall at Alumni Park. In the wall, you’ll spot a flock of Bascom Hill flamingos, canes being flung into the Camp Randall endzone and, of course, Babcock Ice Cream, among many other Badger symbols. See the full wall and learn the histories of its many symbols at alumnipark.com. There’s an interactive map that allows you to click on each individual design to learn its story and significance. Photo: Taylor Wolfram

Flowers along Lakeshore Path — A tranquil walk awaits along Lakeshore Path, as the flowers are in full bloom and the trees provide cool shade. Photo: Colton Mansavage

Statue on Lake Mendota — Now inflatable, the statue on Lake Mendota has overcome acts of both man and nature since 1979. Photo: Colin Mansavage