Panels of expert women leaders from across the state will discuss topics including food justice, health care, education, gun violence, the experiences of women of color in corporate leadership, and the impact of women business owners in Wisconsin.
UW study points to structural reasons behind lower survival rates for Black pancreatic cancer patients in Wisconsin
Black patients with pancreatic cancer have lower survival rates than white patients, and a new study suggests why: They are much less likely to receive life-extending treatments.
School of Pharmacy alumni work to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion
Six alumni of the School of Pharmacy are working to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in the pharmacy profession through their involvement in state and national DEI initiatives
Social justice, global perspectives at heart of three new School of Education certificate programs
Students with a passion for connecting with diverse and underserved communities in the United States and around the world will have three new areas of study to explore in the School of Education beginning this fall.
After the Wave: Dequadray White found his voice as a musician and poet in the First Wave program
First Wave helped Dequadray White (’20) not only to earn a degree from UW–Madison but also to find his voice, figuratively and literally.
Kemper Foundation pledges $900K to support Wisconsin School of Business diversity and inclusion efforts
The Wisconsin School of Business (WSB) at the University of Wisconsin–Madison has received a five-year, $900,000 commitment from The Kemper Foundation to champion diversity and inclusion efforts within the school. The donation will fund the …
UW scholars propose new model for building culture of community for research teams
UW–Madison’s Brian Burt is the lead author of a new paper that explains how a research team was able to use a series of six, interconnected cultural practices to develop a positive community that bolstered …
Celebrating Juneteenth 2022 in the Madison community
Find virtual and in-person opportunities to celebrate Juneteenth on the UW–Madison campus and surrounding community.
New traveling exhibit highlights LGBTQ+ history makers in Wisconsin
The traveling display “We Will Always Be Here: Wisconsin’s LGBTQ+ Historymakers” explores the stories of LGBTQ+ visionaries, changemakers, and storytellers across a wide spectrum of identities.
Raimey-Noland Campaign impact: A more inclusive experience for future veterinarians
Removing obstacles for underrepresented populations can have an empowering effect, giving these students the confidence to address social disparities within the school and the profession as a whole.
Latinos United for College Education Scholarships offers scholarships for students in south-central Wisconsin
LUCES is hoping to provide $2,000 scholarships to area students. The deadline to apply for the scholarships is Friday, June 17.
Meet Arturo Diaz, director of the new Multicultural Center at the Wisconsin School of Business
“We’re providing an opportunity for students to build community, get that sense of belonging, and see themselves in the business world.”
UW–Madison campus, community celebrate Pride Month
Throughout June, the UW campus and the Madison community have a series of events to celebrate the self-affirmation, dignity, equality and visibility of the diverse group of people who make up the LGBTQ+ community.
Service minded: Alumna Cora Marrett reflects on a career shaped by curiosity and coalition-building
“I cannot overstate the importance of the lessons I learned from others and the connections I have made with others,” she says. “That still continues to be important for my life.”
Bernadette Atuahene named inaugural James E. Jones Chair at UW Law School
The University of Wisconsin Law School has named Bernadette Atuahene as the inaugural James E. Jones Chair. The endowed faculty chair honors the late Professor James E. Jones Jr. ’56, who was a trailblazing labor lawyer, civil …
Derek Johnson appointed senior director of Inclusion, Equity, and Diversity Student Center at College of Engineering
Derek Johnson has been appointed senior director of the UW–Madison College of Engineering’s Inclusion, Equity, and Diversity in Engineering (IEDE) Student Center. Derek Johnson The IEDE Student Center is the home of flagship pre-college (Engineering …
Gloria Hawkins appointed to UW–Madison Ombuds Office
Dr. Gloria Hawkins offers a wealth of experience acquired from 34 years of continuous service on the UW–Madison campus.
Remembering Professor James E. Jones Jr., Law School’s first African American faculty member
The late Professor James E. Jones Jr. LLB’56 was a visionary and a trailblazer for civil rights, labor law, and UW Law School. He returned to the university in 1969 to become UW Law School’s …
Center for DREAMers outreach efforts support students in Wisconsin
“We understand the impact we can have just by supporting one DACA recipient. If just one student renews their DACA through our legal clinics, they can continue to use their driver’s license, they can continue to work with their employment authorization.”
STEM Runway program helps L&S students from underrepresented groups find their science path and thrive
The program in the College of Letters & Science is a nascent network of research and career-based opportunities designed to encourage first and second-year students in traditionally underrepresented groups to pursue majors in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.