News from University of Wisconsin–Madison Continuing Studies
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To celebrate National Higher Education Day, we talked with one of our education experts out how adult students can better access higher ed.
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First-generation college student Zalissa Zongo Kafando shares how scholarships helped her overcome obstacles and finish her degree at UW–Madison.
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Nontraditional students shine at the annual Outstanding UW–Madison Adult Student Celebration and Reception.
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Hear from our 2024 winners of the Outstanding Undergraduate Returning Adult Student award at UW–Madison.
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Learn how precollege programs prepare students for academic success as well as offer them opportunities to meet new friends and learn new things with UW–Madison instructors.
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UW–Madison Assistant Professor Megan Reilly shares her experiences as a student and teacher with autism, and how higher education is learning to accommodate neurodivergent students.
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Many industries includes “hot jobs” with projected growth offering competitive salaries and plentiful openings. Learn from UW–Madison Continuing Studies staff about how lifelong learning can help you advance in or enter one of these fields.
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Online programs are expanding access for groups who’ve been left out of university spaces. See what adult learners should consider about online degrees.
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In fall 2023, veterans can start a new UW Odyssey Project course tailored to them. Read about the program and learn how to apply now!
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Keep making progress on your writing with the help of these writing experts and resources.
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With COVID-19 forcing many academic courses online — some for the first time — quality, accessible online teaching has never been more important, both for students and instructors. For conducting online education research on such …
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Karen Ann Hoffman received the nation’s highest honor in folk and traditional arts and will keynote the Wisconsin Regional Art Program State Day Conference.