Past Events
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Oct 20Children’s International Story Hour – DreamersPinney Library, 516 Cottage Grove Rd, Madison, WI 53716 More information
In an expansion of the African Story Hour experience, Madison Public Library has partnered with The Institute for Regional and International Studies at the University of Wisconsin–Madison in collaboration with Wisconsin Public Libraries to bring the world to YOU through the brand-new Children’s International Story Hour! Each session this fall will take place at Pinney Library and will …
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Oct 18Forward Fellowship Cohort Meeting (Closed Session)This meeting is only open to those participating in the Forward Fellowship; to learn more about the fellowship click here. Foundations of Culturally Responsive Pedagogy Reading/discussion: Cultivating Genius (Gholdy Muhammad) Speaker on humanizing pedagogy: Presentation by Dr. Saba Khan Vlach (University of Iowa)
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Oct 16The Changing Focus and Role of America in the WorldDenis McDonough
Multicultural Greek Council Room East (4306), Memorial Union More Information
The Political Science Department, along with the Thompson Center, is hosting a public conversation with Denis McDonough, former Deputy National Security Advisor, White House Chief of Staff, and Secretary of Veterans Affairs. You won’t want to miss this incredible opportunity – mark your calendars for October 16th, 2025 from 4-5pm at the Multicultural Greek Council Room East …
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Oct 13The J. Jobe Soffa and Marguerite Jacqmin Soffa LectureDr. Marina Ottaway
Alumni Lounge, Pyle Center Register Here
2025 Lecture: “The Resistible Threat of Semiauthoritarianism” The J. Jobe Soffa and Marguerite Jacqmin Soffa Distinguished International Visitor Fund supports regular lectures on contemporary issues of global significance. Marguerite Jacqmin Soffa (‘46 BA L&S) established this fund to support an annual public lecture on a contemporary issue of global significance by a distinguished woman in …
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Oct 10International Career Conversations: Jacob KushnerJacob Kushner
206 Ingraham Hall More Information
Join the IS Major to hear from UW alum, Jacob Kushner, and learn more about his impressive career as a freelance international journalist and author. Co-hosted with the School of Journalism and the Latin American, Caribbean, and Iberian Studies program.
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Oct 8Art and Resistance in “Power Born of Dreams”Mohammad Sabaaneh
Online Register
Join us online for a conversation with Mohammad Sabaaneh, the author and illustrator of the award winning graphic novel Power Born of Dreams: My Story is Palestine. Discussion facilitated by Professor Ramzi Fawaz, an award-winning queer cultural critic, public speaker, and educator. A bird perches on the cell window and offers a deal: “You bring the …
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Oct 8International Career Conversations: Matt Conway336 Ingraham Hall More Information
Join the IS Major to hear from award winning IS Major alumni, Matthew Conway and learn more about his impressive career in international development, humanitarian and human rights work, and how AI plays a role in supporting these efforts. Bio: Matthew Conway, Hala Systems, Inc. & International Organization for Migration (IOM) Matthew Conway is a …
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Sep 30Study Abroad FairGordon Dining & Event Center More information
The all-campus Study Abroad Fair returns to Gordon Dining & Event Center on Tuesday, September 30 from 3-6 pm. The fair is a great way to learn the basics of the study abroad planning process and explore programs and international internships. Attendees will be able to chat with returned students, meet UW–Madison faculty leaders and …
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Sep 27Forward Fellowship Cohort Meeting (Closed Session)
This meeting is only open to those participating in the Forward Fellowship; to learn more about the fellowship click here! Kickoff & Community Building Fellowship orientation Needs assessment survey Establish shared goals & community practice Begin “Archaeology of Self” reflection (Yolanda Sealey-Ruiz) • Presentations from project partners
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Sep 27Teaching Forward Fellowship Program – 2025 Cohort OrientationMadison Concourse Hotel 1 W. Dayton, Madison, WI More Information
The Teaching Forward Fellowship connects middle school educators with experts in international studies, educational policy, community leadership, and trauma-informed pedagogy to deepen their teaching practice and student engagement. Through lesson development and communities of practice, educators foster welcoming learning environments where every student can thrive. This project leverages the existing outreach work of two U.S. Department of …