Lifelong Learning Stories
Whether you’re returning to school or just getting started, there are a variety of paths you can take to meet your goals through continuing education.
“If you can put the work in, it will improve every relationship in your life.” — Danalyn Harper Rayner, family medicine physician, UW Health It’s rare that a…
Many college students will tell you that an internship is critical to their higher education experience. But how do you manage an internship — particularly one that’s unpaid — as…
An aspiring actor at Auburn High School in Rockford, Illinois, junior Alexander Powell is used to displaying confidence on the stage. But when it came time to attend the Summer…
Curious about the materials required for graduate program applications? Join our recruitment staff as they share tips on preparing a high-quality application, so you can confidently apply to UW–Madison.
Catch up with Alisha, an alumni featured in a previous episode, to learn how completing an accelerated engineering degree jump-started her career as an engineer at Apple.
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 health and addiction recovery.…
Robin Skierka loves to learn. Whether it’s self-taught or a formal course, she is constantly looking for ways to learn and utilize new things. “I read three books a month…
Considering a career change? Catch up with Jesus, who was featured in one of our first podcast episodes. He pivoted from engineering to graduating with a Master of Science in Special Education and is thriving as a new teacher.
What’s it like to take courses during Summer Term? We checked in with Nicholas, a rising junior studying engineering.
Three UW–Madison students — Sarah, Harry and Thavon — share how summer scholarships help them achieve academic goals and gain unique experiences.
Catch up with Landon, who was featured in our inaugural podcast episode. He’s a teacher who advanced his career by pursuing an online Master’s in Educational Psychology: Learning Analytics at the University of Wisconsin–Madison.
A single dad with a demanding job, Manny found time and energy to complete his degree and set an example for his son.
The Visiting International Student Program (VISP) gives international students a chance to study for one or two terms outside of a formal exchange program.
Faraz Ali tells us why chose Mechanical Design and Engineering at UW-Madison.
Online student laser focused on finishing his Badger bachelor’s degree
In 2008, John Gloeckler was fresh out of high school, starting his higher education journey at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. A proud Badger who attended his first UW–Madison hockey game…
Creative entrepreneur sets sights on finishing bachelor’s in business – online
On a clear summer day at a Milwaukee beach on Lake Michigan, you might see people flying kites, freshwater surfing or having a picnic. You might also see Joey Nicgorski…
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.
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 dream come true by getting…