Past Events
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Oct 13Wisconsin International Scholars Inauguration Ceremony
The Wisconsin International Scholars (WISc) program will hold its annual Inauguration and Reception to welcome the newest class of WIScholars. The event brings together faculty, staff, and students to celebrate and share opportunities for global engagement at UW–Madison. As part of this outreach, partner programs — including WISLI — will be represented with materials and …
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Sep 29Study Abroad Fair
Gordon Dining and Event Center
Discover why so many Badgers make study abroad a part of their experience at UW–Madison! Stop by the WISLI booth to learn more about our intensive summer language programs! The fair is a great way to learn the basics of the study abroad planning process, explore programs, international internships, research opportunities and more! You can …
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Sep 23International Majors and Opportunities Fair
Gordon Dining and Event Center
Stop by our table to learn more about the Wisconsin Intensive Summer Language Institutes (WISLI) at the International Majors and Opportunities Fair while exploring certificates, funding opportunities, student organizations, campus events, and more!
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Sep 23Study Abroad Fair – Madison College
Traux Atrium, Madison College
Thinking about studying abroad but not sure where to start? Stop by the Madison College Study Abroad Fair on Wednesday, September 23, from 11 a.m.–1:30 p.m. in the Truax Atrium to explore short-term, summer, and semester-long programs around the world, plus information on scholarships, costs, and academic credit. Learn more here. WISLI will be there …
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Sep 16Discover Language Study at UW-Madison
Outside at 1220 Linden Drive, Van Hise Hall
Drop by anytime at our tables outside Van Hise to explore opportunities to study 60+ languages at UW–Madison, including programs during the academic year and accelerated summer programs for 30+ languages offered through the Wisconsin Intensive Summer Language Institutes (WISLI) and in L&S departments. Chat with advisors about language opportunities that fit your goals, ways …
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Aug 26New Graduate Student Welcome – Resource Fair
Varsity Hall I & II, Union South
The New Graduate Student Resource Fair allows newly admitted graduate students to meet representatives from campus and community services – including WISLI – that support graduate students to succeed at UW–Madison. Learn about their resources and pick up some swag on your way through the fair.
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Jul 28Strategies in Autonomous Language Learning: A Tool for Sustained Language Skills
Zoom
Workshop Description: Classroom instruction provides important guidance in foreign language learning, but autonomous learning equips language learners with tools to sustain acquired language skills beyond the classroom. This workshop draws on principles of autonomous language learning to equip participants with tools to develop effective learning habits, monitor progress, and create personalized plans for ongoing assessment …
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Jul 23View from the Hinterlands: Why Caring About the Entire World Matters for U.S. National Security
Speakers Welcome Remarks: Laura Hammond, Director, Language Program Office Introduction: Dr. Dave Schroeder, Director of National Security Initiatives, Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research Keynote Address: Dr. Eric A. Miller, Senior Advisor for Open Source Intelligence, National Digital Exploitation & OSINT Center Co-sponsored by the UW–Madison Russian Flagship Program. Keynote Bio Dr. Miller was appointed Senior …
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Jul 14Launching Your International Career
Zoom
Workshop Description In this workshop, you’ll explore the steps and strategies for finding international work experiences that align with your personal and professional goals. Presenters will define international work and review some of the challenges and benefits of pursuing a career abroad. You’ll have the opportunity to reflect on your own reasons for pursuing international …
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Jul 3WISLI Research Symposium 2026
Be part of the WISLI Student Conference on July 3, 2026! Take advantage of this great opportunity by sharing your academic research and networking with other scholars in various areas of study! 8:30 am to 1:30 pm