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Bridge programs offer adults support for return to college
At 18 years old, Donovan Brendler found himself struggling to find his path in college and grappling with poor academic performance. Eight years later, in…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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.
UW–Madison celebrates inaugural graduates in online bachelor’s degree program
They’ve taken detours and traveled winding roads, but through perseverance and fully online learning, a pioneering cohort of returning adult students have arrived at their…
Shining a light on neurodiversity in higher ed
Megan Reilly always felt like something was different about her, but she couldn’t pinpoint it. As an undergraduate, she needed to know why she had to complete…
International high school students thrive at EducationUSA Academy
Five international students shared what they like best about the program and how it has impacted their future education plans.
First-generation returning adult student boosts career potential, makes family proud
Learn how Manny Avila is making time in his busy home and work life to pursue an online bachelor’s degree from the University of Wisconsin–Madison.
Busy mom, military member pursues Badger dream with online degree
Kristy Jorgensen’s dream of earning a college degree at the University of Wisconsin–Madison formed early on in her childhood. After overcoming challenges, she’s making that…
Support for college students facing basic needs insecurity
Learn about realities and resources for college students facing basic needs insecurity, and how colleges and universities can offer help.
Higher education possible for undocumented students
Attending college in the U.S. as an adult student who is undocumented or a DACA recipient is complicated but not impossible. Here are some things to consider.
Help is available for students with disabilities
Returning to college as an adult can be challenging, particularly if you have a disability. Student services staff offer a few tips for finding resources and accommodations to support your academic journey.
$1.8 million grant to shed light on quality, access and equity of college internships
A grant from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation will enable a team of education researchers at the University of Wisconsin–Madison to study college internships…
Arthur Ashe: exemplar of advancing diversity, inclusion, and equity
A competitor and a peacemaker, Ashe improved nearly every person and institution fortunate enough to be part of his journey.
Perseverance, empowerment propel Odyssey Project’s 2018-19 class toward life-changing goals
Three-quarters of Odyssey Project graduates take more college courses after completing the program’s credit-bearing humanities class.
Adult students inspire with their aspirations and achievements
UW-Madison’s outstanding adult students were honored with scholarships and awards at a ceremony on April 23, 2019. Their stories of resilience and determination are the embodiment of the Wisconsin Idea.
Lifelong learning for the 100-year life
Strategies for reinventing higher education in a time of longer lifespans.
Brava magazine names the Odyssey Project’s Colleen Johnson a ‘Woman to Watch’
As director of development and community partnerships for the University of Wisconsin–Madison Odyssey Project, Johnson leads fundraising efforts for a program that has helped more than 500 disadvantaged individuals make strides toward their educational goals.