Make your UW–Madison Summer Term count with hands‑on learning, internships, research and global experiences rooted in the Wisconsin Idea.
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Isadora Collins is seizing every opportunity Summer Term has to offer. Between a full-time internship, an online course, international travel and volunteer work, she’s packing her summer with experiences that blend learning, career growth and fun.
A little can go a long way when it comes to studying abroad. While some students opt to study overseas for a whole semester or year, you can pack a lot of learning into even a week or two of study in another country.
For high schoolers across the globe, studying in the U.S. may seem like a faraway dream. Thanks to the Wisconsin International Precollege Academy (WIPA), WIPA Online and other programs for international students through UW–Madison’s Badger Precollege, that dream feels closer than ever.
Learn the importance of studying history from one student's experience living and learning in Germany during her Summer Term 2024 UW Signature Internship.
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, she sought a better life for herself and her children with a degree from UW-Madison.
The Visiting International Student Program (VISP) gives international students a chance to study for one or two terms outside of a formal exchange program.
Five international students shared what they like best about the program and how it has impacted their future education plans.
Read how an animal sciences student designed her Summer Term to include coursework, study abroad, research and volunteering.
4 students share their Summer Term plans including study abroad, internships, part-time jobs and more!
In recognition of its 10-year anniversary, VISP hosted a four-day celebration with program alumni, faculty and staff in activities ranging from a Badger football game to a dinner reception.
Students could be found in many corners of the world this Summer Term, interning for organizations, businesses and institutions. See snapshots from their adventures.