Ben Fisher, associate professor of Civil Society & Community Studies, was the lead author of a recently published study that looked at the effectiveness of school-based law enforcement, often called school resource officers. In this …
School News
News about research, awards, and other noteworthy updates from the School of Human Ecology
In the news: Human ecologists share insights to improve public understanding of key issues
At the core of Human Ecology’s work is improving the quality of life of all people. In 2023, faculty and graduate students published research findings that are enhancing our understanding of key societal issues, from …
Sparking connections: Personal Finance alum Ryan McGuire on his passion for special needs financial planning
During his studies as a Personal Finance major at the UW–Madison School of Human Ecology, Ryan McGuire ’14 was convinced he found a good fit for a career as a certified financial planner. He wasn’t …
A year in pictures: Human Ecology in 2023
Story by Maddie Kranz x’24, a UW–Madison student studying Community & Nonprofit Leadership and Art History. So much to celebrate! Human Ecology kicked off 2023 with two of our majors landing on the list of …
First-generation student spotlight: A conversation with Mariana Ray-Hernández
Story by Sofia More x’26, UW–Madison student studying Community & Nonprofit Leadership (now named Community & Organizational Development). Mariana Ray-Hernández x’24 is a first-generation, Mexican American student pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Community & …
Dó-ing the work of heritage preservation: MFA student Veronica Pham spotlights Vietnamese papermaking
From completing fieldwork in Vietnam to presenting to peers at an international conference in Prague — Veronica Pham has had an exciting year. She recently attended the Past and Present – Built and Social conference …
New book on global collaborations includes three Human Ecology contributors
Three members of the School of Human Ecology community contributed to the new book Wisconsin in the World, which explores internationalization at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, contributors to the book were …
Designing a better future for the planet: MAU film comes to UW–Madison
Legendary designers Bruce Mau and Bisi Williams of Massive Change Network return to campus for documentary screening and Q&A Written by Nicole Etter It started as sparks flew around a campfire one evening last autumn. …
In Photos: Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin’s immersive visit to the School of Human Ecology
Story by Maddie Kranz x’24, UW–Madison student studying Community & Nonprofit Leadership and Art History. Chancellor Jennifer L. Mnookin visited the School of Human Ecology on August 24, 2023. All photos by Andy Manis. When …
The Power of Internships: Q&A with Michael Axelrod
Story by Maddie Kranz x’24, UW–Madison student studying Community & Nonprofit Leadership and Art History. Michael Axelrod ’93 started his wealth management career in 1992 as a junior majoring in consumer science. Working closely with …