March 4, 2024
Ann M. Shanahan, who started this fall as a professor in the Department of Theatre and Drama and as the artistic director of University Theatre, embraces the power of theatre for making change in the world.
Learning Connections
Message from the Dean: Winter 2023-24 Learning Connections
March 4, 2024
Welcome to the latest issue of Learning Connections. As you peruse these pages, I hope they foster a sense of pride in your connection to our School of Education — and the exceptional work unfolding across our 10 departments and many units.
Innovation roundup: New national center to bolster school-based mental health
March 4, 2024
New national center to bolster school-based mental health; Nelson uncovers roots of debate over higher education for the public good; Project provides horse-assisted services to Alzheimer’s, dementia patients
Generous gift from Kathy Chazen and Larry Miller bolsters innovative study abroad efforts
March 4, 2024
Generous gift from Kathy Chazen and Larry Miller establishes the Chazen Miller Global Fund, bolstering School’s innovative study abroad efforts
News and notes roundup: Videos spotlight Hitchcock’s National Gallery of Art installation
March 4, 2024
Videos spotlight Hitchcock’s National Gallery of Art installation; Matthews seeks a strong link between scientists and communities; Stern discusses the roots of the so-called "school-to-prison pipeline"; and Saldaña contributes to congressional briefing on educational accountability.
Media mentions
March 4, 2024
Faculty and staff from across UW–Madison’s School of Education are routinely quoted or make their voices heard in newspapers, magazines, and online news media outlets. Similarly, these experts are often interviewed and showcased on a range of local, national, and international podcasts, radio, and television news reports.
Hess’ lasting legacy
March 4, 2024
Diana Hess became dean of the School of Education in August 2015. Here are some highlights from her time leading the School.
‘It has been the highlight of my career’
March 4, 2024
Diana Hess reflects on a legacy of growth, excellence, and innovation in leading the School of Education
Research aims to link repeat hamstring injuries with altered brain activity in athletes
March 4, 2024
Scott Crawford's research aims to transform rehabilitation practices and decrease reinjury rates for athletes who struggle with hamstring injuries.
Grooms conducting research aimed at dismantling inequities
March 4, 2024
Dismantling racial and other inequities in school leadership and computer science education is at the heart of two research projects led by School of Education faculty member Ain Grooms.