November 21, 2024
In a recent issue of the magazine American Scientist, School of Education faculty member John Rudolph offered an analysis of the origins of scientific literacy — the basic understanding of science required for everyday life — and how our cultural understanding of scientific literacy should inform science education.
November 21, 2024
According to the article, researchers found that a quick lateral shake of the head, dubbed a "spontaneous headshake after a kinematic event" (SHAAKE), may indicate a concussion. UW–Madison's Julie Stamm, who was not involved in the study, said it was “long overdue” to recognize this headshake in a more formal way.
November 19, 2024
UW–Madison’s Nicholas Hillman, a professor in the School of Education’s Department of Educational Leadership and Policy Analysis, recently shared his expertise with USA Today discussing trends in college tuition.
November 18, 2024
UW–Madison alumna Julie Insun Youn was recently featured on Fakewhale, a curated media platform focused on the intersection of technology and art.
November 15, 2024
An initiative launched by a School of Education faculty member this fall has gained national attention for its work aimed at combating the shortage of Black men in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) fields.
November 15, 2024
UW–Madison's Kimber Wilkerson, a professor and chair in the School of Education's Department of Rehabilitation Psychology and Special Education, participated in a video interview for SciLine that was picked up by The Conversation.
November 13, 2024
Two alumni of the School of Education’s Department of Educational Leadership and Policy Analysis (ELPA) were named in Madison365’s list of Wisconsin’s most influential Latino leaders for 2024. They are among 12 members of the UW–Madison community who were honored on this annual list.
November 8, 2024
UW–Madison alumna Mayrena Hernandez, who earned her PhD in kinesiology from the School of Education in 2022, was recently quoted in a USA Today article discussing the role of athletic trainers in addressing the needs of young athletes.
November 7, 2024
UW–Madison’s Jerry Jordan, an academic and multicultural advisor with the School of Education, was featured recently on Wisconsin Life, an award-winning co-production of Wisconsin Public Radio and PBS Wisconsin that celebrates what makes Wisconsin unique through the diverse stories of its people.
November 5, 2024
UW–Madison alum Kaitlyn Wright was recently celebrated as part of Wisconsin Technology Month through the Women in Tech storytelling campaign. This initiative showcases the journeys of pioneering women in tech, recognizing their leadership, innovation, and resilience.