The Graduate School will fund two University of Wisconsin–Madison graduate students to attend the Catalyzing Advocacy in Science and Engineering (CASE) workshop in Washington D.C. The workshop, sponsored by a coalition of scientific groups including the American …
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Research Mentor Learning Communities, Summer 2026
Delta’s Research Mentor Learning Communities are for graduate students and postdocs who are mentoring and for whom mentoring may be an important part of their future career. Several sections available, online or in-person.
Informal Science Education
Learn about how people interact with science outside of traditional academic settings, and build your skills in communicating science to a broad array of audiences. Practice designing education experiences that make complex ideas accessible and meaningful in “informal” settings, from museums to citizen science activities. Tuesdays 1-2:30pm, starting January 20
Designing Courses
Explore basic concepts and frameworks in teaching and learning, and apply to developing a course syllabus, learning activities, and an assessment plan. This course is designed for graduate students in History, and students in other disciplines should contact the instructor for permission to enroll. Meets Wednesdays 3:30-5:25pm.
College Science Teaching
Covers the fundamentals of learning theory and practical strategies for teaching science courses, while also developing community around this shared experience. The cohort will work together to learn the core themes of scientific teaching (active learning, assessment, and diversity) in theory so that they can make informed decisions about their teaching in the future. Two sections available in Spring 2026.
A Recital 75 years in the Making
Two years after beloved pianist Sarah Jamieson’s passing at age 103, seven doctoral students will take the bench of her prized Steinway and reprise her 1951 senior concert.
Message from Dean William J. Karpus: Commitment to Supporting Graduate Students
The following was sent to graduate students, with graduate program contacts copied, on Thursday, February 27, 2025. Dear Graduate Students, We want to take a moment to reaffirm the university’s commitment to supporting current graduate …
Call for Applicants: Delta Research Mentor Training Facilitator Program for Postdocs
Are you a postdoctoral scholar eager to improve your mentoring and facilitation skills? The Delta Research Mentor Training Facilitator Program offers you the opportunity to become a skilled research mentor training facilitator, using the nationally recognized Entering Mentoring curriculum. Apply by Feb. 28, 2025.
2023-24 Three Minute Thesis winners announced
Three winners were selected by a panel of industry and UW–Madison judges based on the content, comprehension, and audience engagement during their research talks. Audience members at the event also voted for their favorite presentation of the day to win the People’s Choice Award.
STS/CURRIC 733: Public Engagement with Science
What does it mean for science to matter in everyday life? Explore public understanding of science and science literacy through readings drawn from across the humanities and social sciences, with particular attention to the interdisciplinary field of science and technology studies. Wednesdays 1:45-4:15pm, starting January 24. ΔΔ