Winter 2022 Commencement will be extra special this year for two students in the School of Human Ecology, each with a remarkable story of determination and compassion who overcome significant obstacles to improve both themselves …
Linda Zwicker
October Badger Talks series is all Human Ecology
Badger Talks is a virtual talk series featuring talent from the University of Wisconsin–Madison which brings exciting happenings, resources and talent to the people of Wisconsin and beyond. Fueled by the spirit of the Wisconsin …
A Bug’s Life-Professor Jennifer Angus has heard them all
Ew, bugs! Are they real? And why insects? Those colors don’t look natural, do you paint them? Ah, Professor Jennifer Angus is a model of patience, thoughtfully answering these [and many more] questions since her …
From Artist to Inventor: Fairbanks talks weaving & entrepreneurship on WI PBS
The story of Marianne Fairbanks weaves together a deep appreciation for the ancient art/technique of weaving with modern design and innovation and entrepreneurship. Marianne is a visual artist, designer, curator and Associate Professor of Design …
NPR Podcast “The Takeaway” Talks School Lunch with Gaddis
– Does food take on different meanings in the school setting? – What is a “good school lunch” and how it is different than a “bad” one? – Does a good school lunch have to …
Financial Aid & Forgiveness: Cliff Robb on UW-Now
Last month, President Biden announced a plan to cancel billions of dollars of student debt for as many as 43 million people nationwide. The decision sparked some controversy and many competing claims about the student …
Buy Now, Pay Later: Marketplace talks to Cliff Robb
“Just four easy payments” sounds great, right? Consumer Science Professor Dr. Cliff Robb says borrowing is quick and easy, but warns if a payment is missed, that can impact credit scores or rack up late …
If you were sitting on a plane: Q&A with alum Connor Martz
Connor Martz graduated from the Community & Nonprofit Leadership [CNPL] program in 2016 and went on to earn a PhD at Auburn University, his dissertation – “Biopyschosocial Mechanisms of Lupus Progression among Black Women.” Before …
Day of the Badger Success – Thanks to You!
You made it happen! Thank you for sharing your pride and supporting Human Ecology during #DayOfTheBadger. More than 140 people donated, collectively giving over $29,000 to our school. A special thanks to Tony Hallada (consumer …