May 25, 2023

Fresh Perspective

televisions with streaming service logos on their screens.

Crossing the Streams

Keeping up with all the rapid-fire changes in the TV Streaming Wars is dizzying. Communication Arts Professor Derek Johnson studies the narratives media companies tell about themselves, and tries to make some sense of the ongoing upheaval.

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From the Field

Friendlier Maps

These days, we're awash in data, from the personal data we collect on our smartwatches to scientific data that helps us understand our world. Assistant professor of geographic information science and technology Jonathan Nelson helps turn all that data into maps everyone can use. Read More

Wisconsin Idea in Action

Bucky mascot standing infront of construction site.

Breaking Ground for New Building

Ground was recently broken for the new School of Computer, Data & Information Sciences (CDIS) building, thanks in large part to the generous support of John and Tashia Morgridge. When completed the building will be a "beacon of innovation," a place where students and faculty can collaborate and prepare for the future. Read More

Life's Work

Will Bernstein standing next to wall art.

Scan and Save

Three years ago, Will Bernstein (Classical and Near Eastern Studies '18) made it his mission to preserve and recover the street art that sprung up in New York City in the wake of the murder of George Floyd. “This is New York City’s 2020 Berlin Wall," he says. Read More

Check It Out

Finding Creative Community

Whether you’re a casual creative writer or best-selling author, writers can always use a little motivation, inspiration and support. Listen in as Dantiel W. Moniz, assistant professor in the Creative Writing Program at UW–Madison, shares some words of encouragement for writers and advice on the value of finding a writing community that fosters creativity and collaboration. Watch Here

Madison Moment

Photos by: Jeff Miller / UW-Madison

Spring 2023 Commencement was a time of celebration and reflection. The largest in UW history, the May 13th commencement ceremony saw more than 7,800 undergraduate, graduate and law students honored at Camp Randall. In her first spring commencement address, Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin acknowledged that many 2023 graduates started their UW experience during the pandemic and overcame many challenges. Check out a full recap from the day or the memorable photo gallery.

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