Attendees of the institute practice giving pitches

2015 Writers’ Institute offers the chance to improve and publish your work

The 2015 Writers’ Institute. March 27-29, features lectures, workshops, book signings, practice pitch sessions and social events in a welcoming environment where writers get to know one another.

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Vous Parlez Francais! (You Know More French Than You Think You Do.)

You probably know several French words and phrases already. Watch a 2-minute review, then take the online quiz!

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Steve Salmon's three books on display

Author with cerebral palsy finds his voice at UW Writers’ Institute

The annual conference helped Steve Salmon make connections in the publishing industry.

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Jessi Kendall graduates with help from Returning Adult Student Scholarship

Jessi discovered her passion in life and finished her Nursing degree with help from a Returning Adult Student Scholarship

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Wisconsin grandmother gets the help she needs at the Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders Training of Trainers Certificate Program

Barbara Gadbois of Red Cliff, Wis., attended the Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders Training of Trainers Certificate Program to gain insight into raising her 10-year-old grandson, Thomas.

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Critical Digital Pedagogy: a Definition

Jesse Stommel offers a definition of critical digital pedagogy, which centers its practice on community and collaboration. It cannot be defined by a single voice, and must have application outside traditional institutions of education.

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Wisconsin Industries of Discovery atrium

UW-Madison Explores Open Online Learning Communities

The debate about Mas­sive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) is ubiq­ui­tous. From Inside Higher Ed to the New York Times, broad procla­ma­tions have been made about the technology’s impact on edu­ca­tion. Yet, many edu­ca­tors are unsure …

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For International Education Week, see what people have to say about UW-Madison’s Visiting International Student Program

Inter­na­tional Edu­ca­tion Week, Nov. 17–21, celebrates the benefits of a learn­ing expe­ri­ence in a dif­fer­ent coun­try. UW-Madison events include an International Edu­ca­tion Week Photo Exhibit (through Novem­ber 21, Red Gym) and a talk by Suhail …

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Grief support certificate prepares professionals to help others

The Grief Support Specialist Certificate program is designed for counselors and other professionals who help people heal in the midst of loss.

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screen shot of Jeff Russell's blog on project management

Avoid the most expensive words in business when it comes to project management

“That’s the way we’ve always done it” may well be the most expensive words in business. While it’s important to build on past success, every organization must remain open to new ideas and accepting of change in today’s rapidly evolving environment.

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Boomers plan for post-retirement careers

Although retirement once meant a slower lifestyle, the baby boom generation increasingly seeks involvement in the working world.

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Emily Auerbach wins national honor for expanding access to education

The Association of Public and Land-grant Universities will honor Emily Auerbach with the Commission on Access, Diversity and Excellence Distinguished Service Award .

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