UW–Madison alumna Carrie Coon earns Emmy nomination for ‘The White Lotus’

August 7, 2025

UW–Madison alum Carrie Coon, who earned her MFA in acting from the School of Education’s Department of Theatre and Drama in 2006, has earned her third Primetime Emmy nomination. Coon was nominated for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series for her role as Laurie in Season 3 of “The White Lotus.”

Taking Dance Education Back to School

July 31, 2025

Now in its third summer, UW Dance Exchange is bringing dance instruction into public schools. Dance Department teaching faculty member Chell Parkins hopes to keep it there for good.

School of Education doctoral student featured on ‘Future Ancestors’ podcast

July 30, 2025

UW–Madison doctoral student Tony DelaRosa, who is pursuing his doctorate in the Department of Educational Leadership and Policy Analysis (ELPA), was recently featured on the “Future Ancestors” podcast. The episode spotlights DelaRosa’s personal and professional journey — from growing up in Ohio to becoming a national voice in education, racial equity, and ethnic studies advocacy.