February 23, 2026
The School of Education's Meg Mitchell is one of 24 UW–Madison faculty winners of the Vilas Associates Competition, which recognizes new and ongoing research of the highest quality and significance.
School News
Dance Department presents Moonshine 2026 on Feb. 27
February 20, 2026
The UW–Madison Dance Department and Professor Chris Walker are delighted to present Moonshine 2026, Friday, Feb. 27, at 3:30 p.m. in the Margaret H’Doubler Performance Space, Lathrop Hall.
UW–Madison’s Bullock selected for Wisconsin Women’s Network Policy Institute
February 20, 2026
UW–Madison’s Erika Bullock, an associate professor in the School of Education’s Department of Curriculum and Instruction, has been selected for the 2026 Wisconsin Women's Network Policy Institute.
UW–Madison kinesiology lab launches workout program for moms of children with disabilities
February 19, 2026
The workout class, which meets three times a week over 10 weeks, is one of the latest initiatives of the Promotion of Health Equity and Adapted Physical Activity (PHEAPA) Lab in the School of Education’s Department of Kinesiology.
University Theatre stages UW–Madison alumna’s award-winning play on Flint water crisis
February 17, 2026
“cullud wattah,” a powerful and award-winning play by UW–Madison alumna and First Wave graduate Erika Dickerson-Despenza, is the latest production from University Theatre, opening Feb. 26.
In keynote, Haddix urges education leaders to envision a brighter future
February 16, 2026
UW–Madison School of Education Dean Marcelle Haddix delivered the keynote address at AASA, The School Superintendents Association’s recent National Conference on Education, where she encouraged attendees to embrace hope and envision a brighter future.
Art in Focus: Q&A with MFA candidate Matthew Everett
February 13, 2026
MFA candidate Matthew Everett uses a variety of materials to create his artwork. Everett's final thesis exhibition, “The Grindstone Campaign,” was on view in UW–Madison’s Art Lofts Gallery from Jan. 20–26.
UW–Madison education students, faculty connect with community on Family Math Night
February 12, 2026
Family Math Night is a special community event facilitated by a UW–Madison School of Education faculty member and undergraduate education students.
UW–Madison receives funding to expand mental health services in Milwaukee Public Schools
February 11, 2026
A new federal grant will support UW–Madison school psychology graduate students as they complete internships and practicum experiences in Milwaukee public schools.
Art in Focus: Q&A with MFA candidate Nika McKagen
February 11, 2026
MFA candidate Nika McKagen explores "what goes on both underground and in the dark" using traditional darkroom photography, sculpture, and writing. McKagen's final thesis exhibition, “Conduit,” will be on view at UW–Madison’s Art Lofts Gallery from Feb. 24–28.