Many students at the University of Wisconsin–Madison aren’t aware of the state’s full Indigenous history, nor the history of the university’s founding and early years. With the help of a recently-awarded major grant from the …
Human Ecology MS ’22 graduates share capstone projects
From environmental education to board member development, the spring 2021 graduates of SoHE’s applied master’s degree in human ecology address important community opportunities with their final projects.
Student Ambassador receives SmithGroup J.E.D.I. scholarship
Congratulations to Student Ambassador Lauryn Cameron (Interior Architecture) who was selected to receive the SmithGroup Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (J.E.D.I.) scholarship, which is awarded to only five outstanding students nationwide. This honor also includes …
Students connect with retail professionals in New York City
Why did 40 students travel to New York City in January? To learn first-hand about the retailing landscape and connect with alumni of Human Ecology’s outstanding program. The Student Retail Association’s trip allowed students to participate …
Statement from the School of Human Ecology, University of Wisconsin–Madison
We are deeply concerned about allegations that a community member with whom we have partnered misrepresented their identity and engaged in disingenuous actions. There is a long and painful history of erasure and cultural appropriation …
A year in pictures: Human Ecology in 2022
In 2022, the School of Human Ecology had multiple historic firsts: The Elizabeth Holloway Schar Deanship was the first endowed deanship at UW–Madison named exclusively in honor of a woman Carolee Dodge Francis became the …
Two December grads lead by example
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 …
UW-Madison Initiative Fills Gaps in Learning About Indigenous Cultures (The Journal Times; Shim, Keeler, and Dodge Francis)
Dean Soyeon Shim, faculty member Kasey Keeler, and department chair Carolee Dodge Francis are quoted in an article published by The Journal Times about the UW-Madison School of Human Ecology’s EcoWell initiative.
The Awesome Teenage Brain (The Journal Times; Nix)
Professor Robert Nix’s book, “Parent’s Guide to the Teenage Brain” is featured in an article published by The Journal Times. The article highlights his research on how teenagers’ brains grow at a faster rate than during early childhood.
Amid Inflation, Shoppers Are Expected to Spend More this Holiday Season (Wisconsin Public Radio and Superior Daily Telegraph; O’Brien)
Executive director of the Kohl’s Center for Retailing Excellence, Jerry O’Brien, is quoted in an article published by Wisconsin Public Radio where he comments on how higher prices will impact consumer spending this holiday season.