Adult Career and Special Student Services
Bridge programs offer adults support for return to college
Donovan Brendler has a brown beard and hair and is wearing a blue shirt. He is sitting in front of a glass window. At 18…
Your guide to financial aid for higher ed
Whether you’re just starting college, returning after some time away or continuing your education as an adult learner, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid…
Lifelong learning helps seniors age joyfully
Just because you’re getting older doesn’t mean you stop being a student of life. Embracing an attitude of lifelong learning can help seniors combat the…
Tips for navigating college as a rural student
Students from rural communities and small towns can bring a rich set of strengths and perspectives to college — from leadership experience and resourcefulness to…
Q&A with award-winning returning adult students
From a childhood gift igniting a lifelong passion for science to witnessing the heroism of healthcare workers during a global pandemic, the journeys of Dora…
Tips for first-generation adult college students
When my twin sister and I left our rural Wisconsin town to start college at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, we faced a new world. As…
Reception celebrates 45 years of outstanding adult students
In 1981, the first Outstanding Undergraduate Returning Adult Student Award (OURASA) at the University of Wisconsin–Madison was presented to just one recipient, Sally Peterson, a…
3 tips for securing scholarships as a returning adult student
It might surprise some to learn that scholarships aren’t just for recent high school graduates. In fact, state and local institutions are increasingly investing in educational…
45th annual winners of returning adult student awards epitomize Badger spirit
This year’s Outstanding Undergraduate Returning Adult Student Award winners, Chikara Crooks and Ivanna Ceballos, share a powerful common thread: each is working to become the…
How digital badging can benefit Badgers
UW–Madison learners and alumni already stand out in job interviews. But what if, with a single click, they could show employers exactly what they know…
Microcredentials offer accessible education for evolving workforce
The world is changing more rapidly than ever these days, and with it, the job market. New technologies such as AI and evolving industry demands…
Choosing an In-Demand Career
Researching in-demand careers and job trends can help you focus on an industry with future growth potential.
How adult learners can enhance their education with AI
You may be tired of hearing about the transformational nature of AI in all aspects of our lives, but let’s talk about how it can…
How podcasts can help you embrace lifelong learning
With the growing popularity of podcasts in recent years, there has never been a better — or more convenient — time to be a lifelong…
Navigating adult education in the new year
If one of your resolutions for the new year is to learn a new skill, earn a degree or something in between, congratulations! Continuing education…
Quiz yourself on lifelong learning
Over the past year, our columns in the Wisconsin State Journal have covered a range of topics designed to inspire, inform and support lifelong learners.…
Internships a balancing act for adult students
Many college students will tell you that an internship is critical to their higher education experience. But how do you manage an internship — particularly…
Boost your career with professional degrees and certificates
In today’s fast-paced and competitive job market, staying relevant is key to career growth. Whether you’re looking to move up in your current field, shift…
Finding college success in recovery
Amanda Sauri and her son September is National Recovery Month, a time to recognize the recovery community and the importance of evidence-based treatment for mental…
Adult students share tips for back-to-college in the fall
Our academic advising manager shares tips from learners for adult students returning to school this fall. Have a great year!
Help available for low-income students
Explore educational resources and financial aid options for low-income students, including scholarships, state aid, online education and more.
Accessing higher education as an adult
To celebrate National Higher Education Day, we talked with one of our education experts out how adult students can better access higher ed.
Scholarships fuel success for returning adult students
The eldest of 11 siblings, Zalissa Zongo Kafando embarked on a life-changing journey in 2018. Fleeing the increasing political instability of Burkina Faso, West Africa,…
Event showcases returning adult students and their hard-won achievements
It’s spring and time to celebrate! While thousands of graduates and their families and friends flock to Camp Randall for commencement at the University of…