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Acting and algebra: UW student pursues dual passions through summer courses
The thought of majoring in both theater and math could intimidate any student. Trying to graduate on time while pursuing those distinct passions might feel…
Students use Summer Term to work on certificates
There’s nothing minor about a certificate from UW–Madison. In addition to your major, certificates help you stand out and get noticed by employers or graduate…
Incoming freshmen earn credit early and build community with Wisconsin Experience Summer Launch
Starting college is a nerve-wracking experience for almost every first-year student. In fairly short order, freshmen must learn how to navigate a new environment, study…
Welcome to Summer Term! Get your virtual summer backgrounds
Summer Term 2020 is exclusively online. If you were hoping to join us on campus, this is probably not the way you imagined things would…
How to build an online degree community
As an online student, connecting with your classmates and instructors is essential for building online learning communities. Studies have shown that online students who form…
UW–Madison launches UW–Madison Online, first fully online bachelor’s degree
The University of Wisconsin–Madison introduced a new initiative to increase access to education — UW–Madison Online. The program’s first fully online bachelor’s in consumer finance…
4 smart study tools for online students
There are many tried and true ways of succeeding in the classroom for any type of learner. Following are some of our tips for being a top online student.
5 tips for successful online learning
While going back to school often evokes memories of freshly sharpened number two pencils and packs of loose leaf paper, there’s a lot more to…
5 things to look for in an online degree program
The enrollment coaches at UW–Madison Online have put together five things you should evaluate when looking for an online program to earn your bachelor’s degree.
Chancellor recaps a successful Summer Term
Chancellor Rebecca Blank reflected on what made Summer Term 2019 great in her most recent Blank’s Slate blog. “Summer Term enrollments in 2019 were up…
Tips to succeed in online courses at UW–Madison
You’re used to living your life online, which might mean you jumped at the chance to take an online course during Summer Term. Good choice!…
Chancellor gives Summer Term a shout-out
Summer Term increases online courses, adds scholarships.
Music theory expert Jamie Henke receives UW System’s Underkofler teaching award
Henke, a distinguished faculty associate in Continuing Studies and the Mead Witter School of Music, brings a learn-by-doing approach to classes such as Create Your Own Music.
Certificate in online learning helps professor meet student needs
Lynne Prost, a faculty associate in the UW-Madison department of biochemistry, used a university professional development grant to complete the 16-week Professional Certificate in Online Education and build her expertise in online teaching.