Storytelling & Communication
“Collectively, we can give and do more together. It’s really hard to see yourself accomplishing things when you’re not represented.”
“I care deeply about making the world a better place by improving the human experience, a vision which is essentially at the heart of everything the School of Human Ecology stands for.”
“Each individual’s unique education and background provides their peers with deeper insights.”
“When students meet moments of unexpected need, Human Ecology is able to support them because of the discretionary funds that philanthropy makes possible.”
“We are proud to be a place that attracts people who want to improve the lives of others.”
“Meet Human Ecology’s May 2023 commencement flag bearer”, 2 May 2023
Hannah Reynolds, who graduated from UW–Madison in 2023, shared her experiences in and out of the classroom.
“Reflections from Dean’s Advisory Board Vice Chair Jennifer Cyra ’87”, 5 June 2023
Alum Jennifer Cyra shares what makes the University of Wisconsin–Madison’s School of Human Ecology so special.
“Annual Junior Scholars Intensive Training celebrates fifth year at UW–Madison”, 10 August 2023
Scholars from universities across the United States came together at UW–Madison for the Junior Scholars Intensive Training.
“The School of Human Ecology’s focus on collaboration helped the interns navigate both their tasks and the cultural differences they encountered in Vietnam.”
“The experiences can be as valuable as any class that is taken in a college career.”
“Internships in Vietnam become unforgettable experience”, 16 August 2023
Two Human Ecology students traveled to Vietnam to intern with Zó Project, where they learned career skills and connected with their heritage.
“The Power of Internships: Q&A with Michael Axelrod”, 5 September 2023
Unpaid internships are inaccessible to lower-income students. In accordance with the School of Human Ecology’s belief that all students should be paid a fair wage for their work, alum Michael Axelrod was asked about how his internship as an undergraduate launched his career.
“In Photos: Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin’s immersive visit to the School of Human Ecology”, 12 September 2023
UW–Madison Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin visited the School of Human Ecology to hear from students, get updates from faculty, and see what makes Human Ecology the campus leader in human well-being.
“A year in photos: Human Ecology in 2023”, 4 December 2023
See the highlights of Human Ecology through photos.
“Putting data into practice, Gaddis and Human Ecology students have set out to improve the quality of the school district’s lunch programs to ensure nutritious meals for all students.”
“Fueling stomachs, students and communities with Madison schools”, 19 March 2024
Dr. Jennifer Gaddis and her students — both graduate and undergraduate — practiced empathy-centered design and community-based research with the Madison Metropolitan School District and other community partners.