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Stay engaged this summer with these student organizations

From solar cars and singing to tae kwon do and concert planning, student organizations offer ways to get involved on campus during Summer Term.

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Summer Term online courses allow pre-med student to volunteer in hometown EMS

Read how summer term online courses allow pre-med students to volunteer in their hometown EMS.

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Summer Term online courses allow pre-med student to volunteer in hometown EMS

UW-Madison Summer Term online courses can help students stay on track for graduation or lighten their load in fall or spring.

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You can learn a language online — here’s how!

Study a language online with UW–Madison Division of Continuing Studies language programs. We promise it will be exactly the same as in-person learning, only completely different.

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Episode 11: Financing Your Education II (FAFSA & Financial Aid)

Learn about the FAFSA – the Free Application for Federal Student Aid – and other financial aid opportunities available to graduate students at UW-Madison.

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Sweet new course shares ‘chocolate experience’

Check out this new course for Summer Term 2023 that gives students a multidisciplinary look at chocolate and how it gets from bean to bar.

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Use LinkedIn for a successful job search

Read a step-by-step breakdown from one of our educational counselors on how to use LinkedIn to land your next job.

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Returning adult students gather to celebrate perseverance in their educational journeys

Read about our annual Outstanding Adult Student Reception, an event where UW–Madison returning adult students gather to celebrate their accomplishments.

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Comparing UW–Madison Online and in-person bachelor’s degree programs

Should you earn your UW–Madison degree online or on campus? This helpful chart compares and contrasts these two learning formats.

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Badger Ready students and staff celebrate 5th anniversary

Happy anniversary to the Badger Ready program, celebrating five years of increasing access to the university and welcoming returning adult students.

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Seen from the Memorial Union Terrace at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, members of the Hoofers Sailing Club sail their boat on Lake Mendota as the late spring/early summer sun sets.

Campus resources to keep you healthy, active and sharp this summer

As summer weather and Summer Term courses start to heat up, now is a great time to review the many resources available to you on campus — many of them free of charge! — designed to support your personal and academic success.

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Share your Summer Term story with #MyBadgerSummer

Welcome to UW–Madison Summer Term 2023! Let us know how you're using Summer Term with #MyBadgerSummer on your social media channels.

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Employers benefit from continuing ed for employees

Get valuable tips from one of our adult student advisors on how continuing ed benefits employers and how they can implement continuing ed for employees at work.

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Episode 10: Life Hacks for Accelerated, In-Person Programs

Join a Design + Innovation MS student and the academic director to learn how to maintain a healthy work-life balance while enrolled in an accelerated, face-to-face professional program that doesn’t require a thesis.

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Returning adult students overcome obstacles to earn awards – and degrees

Two 2023 graduates receive the Outstanding Undergraduate Returning Adult Student Award recognizing exceptional determination and perseverance.

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Study abroad program gives DACA beneficiaries rare educational and cultural opportunities

DACA beneficiaries benefit from a UW–Madison study abroad program in Mexico supported by the Division of Continuing Studies.

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Are online degrees respected by employers? Four tips on talking about your degree in interviews or on your resume

Whether you’re in the middle of earning your online degree or you have your diploma from an online institution, you may be wondering: Are online degrees respected by employers? How can I talk to a potential employer about my online degree?

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There’s no age limit for financial aid

A student services coordinator shares four myths about financial aid for returning adult students — and what you should know instead.

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Enroll for Summer Term! Apply for scholarships by April 9

Get ready for summer by enrolling for Summer Term! You'll find flexible options that fit your summer schedule -- and summer scholarships, too.

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Online academic advising: Support for student success

Karen and Leanne provide online academic advising and career support to students. See what they have to say about student success!

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Latino Youth Summit previewed in Madison365

Madison365 spoke with Badger Precollege staff about the annual Latino Youth Summit for middle school students — and how it helps young learners prepare for college and career.

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Episode 09: Balancing Work, Family & School (Flexibility of Online Learning)

Learn about the benefits of online graduate programs at the University of Wisconsin-Madison from staff and alumni of the 100% online MS in Educational Psychology: Professional Educators program.

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UW Odyssey Project celebrates 20 years of transformation through education

The UW Odyssey Project celebrates 20 years and invites the community to the Chazen Museum of Art for a celebratory event on April 20.

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Use this exercise to ID and leverage your transferrable skills

Get advice from one of our UW-Madison educational counselors on how to leverage your transferable skills with this useful exercise.

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