One of the unique strengths of our School of Education is our exceptional Department of Kinesiology — a department with a rich history as a pioneer in the field, and one that continues to push the boundaries of research, teaching, and service in pursuit of enhancing human health, productivity, and quality of life for all. …
Adapted from a report by University Communications Marcelle Haddix is serving as the 10th dean of the UW–Madison School of Education, bringing with her a distinguished record of leadership and a passion for the School’s pillars of arts, health, and education. Haddix started her term on Aug. 11. She came to UW–Madison after 16 years …
By Todd Finkelmeyer Thanks to the generosity of its alumni and friends, the UW–Madison School of Education announced an $11 million investment to support Wisconsin educators on April 18. These funds extended the innovative UW–Madison School of Education Wisconsin Teacher Pledge program; invested in the Early Career Teaching Institute; and bolstered the vital work of …
By Kari Dickinson Paula Panczenko, who for over 30 years led UW–Madison’s Tandem Press, retired this summer. “Paula has been an extraordinary leader of Tandem Press,” said Diana Hess, former dean of the School of Education. “She is a true expert and also a wonderful collaborator with artists, her colleagues, students in the School of …
By Laurel White There’s nothing like a great ice breaker to, well, break the ice. Activities that inspire groups to get up, move, connect, and grow are at the heart of a new phone app created by Cindy Kuhrasch, a distinguished teaching faculty member in the Department of Kinesiology and program coordinator for the School …
During the course of the academic year, University Communications is sharing out Q&As completed by our newest faculty members to introduce them to our campus communities. Here is a Q&A they published from Jacob Meyer, an assistant professor in the School of Education’s Department of Kinesiology. Hometown: Madison, Wisconsin Educational/professional background: I received my BS in …
The UW–Madison Dance Department and Jin-Wen Yu Dance present “Resonate,” a two-part concert of new contemporary choreography and nationally recognized works by Dance Professor and Chair Jin-Wen Yu, Sep. 26-28 in the Margaret H’Doubler Performance Space, Lathrop Hall. The first half of the program will include Yu’s new work, “Resonate,” an exploration of the shifting …
Susan Engeleiter, a UW–Madison School of Education alum and longtime supporter of the School, is the recipient of a Distinguished Alumni Award, the Wisconsin Alumni Association’s highest honor and most high-profile and long-standing award. The award celebrates prestigious graduates of UW–Madison for their professional achievements, contributions to society, and support of the university over the …
John and Tashia Morgridge are being honored with a Distinguished Service Award from the Wisconsin Alumni Association (WAA), recognizing their unparalleled impact on UW–Madison. In the 69 years since they graduated with degrees in education (Tashia) and business (John), the Morgridges have made philanthropic gifts to UW–Madison on an unprecedented scale. “Through their visionary giving, …
By Laurel White Experts in politics, civic education, and media literacy from across the country will once again gather at UW–Madison this fall to provide a day of training and support for educators preparing to provide high-quality lessons about an upcoming election. The Teaching About the 2024 Elections Conference, the latest in a series of …