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Does Technology Interfere in Our Love Stories?
Texting, FaceTime, social media, emails, dating apps and more. It’s the pings from these notifications that remind us that technology plays a huge role in how people communicate today. But how are these communication styles impacting romantic relationships? That’s the question Catalina Toma answers in her research.
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Rebuilding Black Societies
Starting next month, Rev. Dr. Alex Gee (’85) will teach his first-ever course as an adjunct professor with the Department of African American Studies. His class, Rebuilding Black Societies Through Social, Economic and Cultural Innovation, draws on his personal experience as a longtime community organizer and nonprofit leader. Read More
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Was a Real Van Gogh Painting at a Garage Sale?
An art dealer walks up to a garage sale in Minnesota and buys an impressionist painting for $50. But it could be a lost work from Vincent van Gogh worth $15 million. At least that’s what the art research firm LMI Group International concludes in a 450-page report that features the expert opinion of Susan Brantly, a professor of German, Nordic, and Slavic+. Read More
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Swinging for the Fences
As the head of the Milwaukee Brewers’ business operations, Rick Schlesinger (’83) has a list of responsibilities almost as long as a Major League Baseball season. He also has an equally long list of once-in-a-lifetime memories, including a handful with one of the most iconic members of the Brew Crew, longtime play-by-play broadcaster Bob Uecker, who passed away recently. Read More
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The Road to Fueling Discovery
In a special update on the future of federal research funding, College of Letters & Science Dean Eric M. Wilcots shares his view on the value of curiosity-driven research. Wilcots, who is also the Mary C. Jacoby Professor of Astronomy, sees the road to discovery as long, but sometimes indirect and unpredictable. It’s an essential part of understanding ourselves and the world around us while improving lives and driving economic development.
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The Hottest Double Majors
Adding a second major can pay big dividends, broadening students’ perspectives and boosting their future career potential. Roughly 30% of UW–Madison undergrads major in two or more areas, a rate that’s been stable for at least a decade. Pursuing multiple majors is particularly popular with L&S students, who take advantage of the flexibility of their degrees. Take a look at the top five majors that double up – four of which are in L&S. Read More
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I Fell in Love With U-(Rah-Rah!)
Bumping into each other while riding the 80 bus. Sharing a desk in class. Striking up a snowbound conversation on a wintry Madison day. Connecting over a crockpot. For Valentine’s Day, the Wisconsin Alumni Association asked Badgers to share their love stories, and they shared plenty. Read More
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The Logistics of Learning Language
Majoring in psychology runs in the family for Howard Owens. His work in the Department of Psychology caught the attention of recruiters for the Letters and Science Summer of Excellence in Research (LASER) program, which led to him working in the Infant Learning Lab where he studied how toddlers learn language.
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An Epic Winter Carnival
A frozen Lake Mendota, selfies with Lady Liberty, ice skating, snowboarding and more were the highlights of this year’s Winter Carnival. Relive the excitement with this recap of the 2025 event. Watch Now
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Nearly 500 of our students packed the stands at this year’s L&S Night at the Kohl Center. They cheered on the women’s basketball team as they prevailed with a thrilling victory over Michigan. The excitement in the arena was electric, but what stood out most was the sense of community amongst students, faculty and staff. See Photos
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