The School of Human Ecology isn’t about just hoping for a better future. By helping create it, human ecologists help others reach their full potentials, too. Such innovative thinking and initiative was on display in the Spring 2023 issue of On Wisconsin, UW–Madison’s award-winning alumni magazine, which featured several Human Ecology faculty and alumni.
Consumer Science
Human Ecology welcomes new faculty members
The School of Human Ecology is thrilled to welcome five outstanding scholars joining our faculty this fall. They are strengthening our teaching and research in the areas of consumer science, civil society & community studies, …
Whelan speaks to WTMJ on risk of unconscious bias & working from home
Whelan & “Dear Pandemic” team authors new article re: lessons learned
Shim co-author of longitudinal person-centered analysis of financial identity & adult status
New article co-authored by Prof Wong explores how consumers rationalize luxury consumption with karmic beliefs
MarketWatch talks to Assoc Professor Cliff Robb about hiring a financial adviser who knows your career
Cliff Robb on Marketplace: Buy now, pay later?
In this interview with Marketplace, Associate Professor Cliff Robb and Human Ecology alum Associate Professor Nilton Porto (PhD 2014) discuss “buy now-pay later’ model for consumers and if it’s a better deal: “These newer technologies …
Jerry O’Brien: Leading across generations
Ever feel frustrated trying to get through to employees from different generations? Jerry O’Brien, Executive Director of the Kohl’s Center for Retailing joins Joe Kiedinger, host of the popular podcast “The Dignity Dialogue” to talk …
Wong: Luxury items & smart financial practices
Wong’s advice for those who enjoy retail therapy is to have at least three months of income saved up, use a debit card, and be mindful to spend within your means. If you must shop, …