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Senior director unlocks potential with UWCPC

Ricardo Vargas began his coaching journey with a pivotal realization: He discovered that true leadership wasn’t about providing answers and directives but rather guiding others to uncover their own solutions.

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Academic advisors support online students every step of the way

In this Q&A, UW–Madison Online academic advisors DJ Mattison and Bri Cooper share how they support students every step of the way, ensuring they get the most from their online learning experience.

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U.S. News ranks UW–Madison online master’s degrees among the top

UW–Madison's online master's degrees in education and engineering are among those recognized as the best in the nation for 2025.

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Everything you need to know about the MS in Information – online or on-campus

As a student in the Master of Science in Information (MS Information): Campus Option or Online Option, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of advanced computing concepts, data analytics, user experience, cybersecurity and ethics. You’ll have the opportunity to become a subject matter expert with the power to influence key business decisions within organizations.

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A new class of Badgers earns  UW–Madison Online bachelor’s degrees

Completing a degree is no small feat—but doing so entirely online? That’s a testament to unparalleled dedication, discipline and resilience. This past December, a dozen extraordinary students joined the ranks of University of Wisconsin–Madison alumni by completing their degrees through UW–Madison Online.

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Business instructor shares enthusiasm for analytics – and online learning

Richard Crabb is a lecturer in risk and insurance with the Wisconsin School of Business. Having worked in management consulting, a financial management startup and in the insurance industry, Crabb teaches undergraduate courses that include UW–Madison Online students

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Tailgate celebrates transfer partnership – and a Badger win

Nicolet College students who complete their liberal arts degree and meet requirements have guaranteed admission to UW–Madison Online to earn a bachelor's degree.

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UW–Madison celebrates inaugural graduates in online bachelor’s degree program

This spring, 29 Badgers received their diplomas and the distinction of being among the first graduates of UW–Madison Online. 

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Manny Avila

Manny Avila

A single dad with a demanding job, Manny found time and energy to complete his degree and set an example for his son.

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Online student laser focused on finishing his Badger bachelor’s degree

Read about John Gloeckler finishing his Badger bachelor’s degree as a returning adult student at the University of Wisconsin–Madison.

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Dr. Julie Dahl pioneers award-winning language instruction for adult learners

Dahl describes what makes her award-winning Spanish courses effective for adult learners. Two of her students share their language learning experience and the impact it's made.

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Creative entrepreneur sets sights on finishing bachelor’s in business – online

Check out Joey Nicgorski's story of how he ended up at UW–Madison Online to get his bachelor's degree in marketing.

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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.

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Busy mom, military member pursues Badger dream with online degree

Read about how Kristy Jorgensen is fulfilling her Badger dream with an online bachelor's degree from UW–Madison.

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Episode 15: Explore career-boosting online engineering graduate programs (Part 2)

Rejoin the conversation with Heather Smith, director of the online Interdisciplinary Professional Programs, and Steve North, chief engineer and associate director at Collins Aerospace, to hear how you can prepare yourself for a conversation with your manager about investing in your education and career growth.

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Episode 14: Explore career-boosting online engineering graduate programs (Part 1)

Learn about UW–Madison’s top-ranked engineering graduate programs and how the fully online master’s degrees provide technical training to meet industry demand and help students with career growth. Hear from Heather Smith, director of the online Interdisciplinary Professional Programs, and Steve North, a program alumnus and chief engineer and associate director from Collins Aerospace.

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Online bachelor’s degree offers former Badger a second chance

An online degree from UW-Madison gives a former Badger a second chance at earning his bachelor's and boosting his career.

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What adult learners should consider about online degrees

Online programs are expanding access for groups who’ve been left out of university spaces. See what adult learners should consider about online degrees.

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Tech courses take top spots with students

Each year we countdown the top 10 courses undergraduate students take during Summer Term. Check out these two top high tech courses that have students studying video games and virtual reality.

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Students’ motivations and goals vary

Two returning adult students share why they decided to return to their education – and how they're using their new-found knowledge.

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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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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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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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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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