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This summer, turn classroom knowledge into real-world impact

Make your UW–Madison Summer Term count with hands‑on learning, internships, research and global experiences rooted in the Wisconsin Idea.

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Tour leaders Kane Funmaker, undergraduate student and Ho-Chunk Nation tribal member, and Abbey Woldt, undergraduate student and Ho-Chunk Nation tribal member, speak to participants during a First Nations Cultural Landscape Tour

Student-led landscape tours bring awareness to First Nations’ history and culture on campus

The influence of the First Nations is all around us on UW–Madison’s campus. You can learn about these and other landmarks on the First Nations Cultural Landscape Tour, an educational exploration of the history and culture of First Nations at UW–Madison, led by trained students, faculty and staff. 

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Maureen Kamal stands next to a wall-mounted sign that reads Wisconsin Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center, and Mariam Siddiqui presented her poster during the Alzheimer's Disease & Related Dementias Research Day.

Summer research offers insights into brain health and medical careers

Two UW–Madison undergrads share their summer research stories, showcasing hands-on learning and innovative projects, and how they’re making an impact.

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Summer student balances class, career, community and continent-hopping

Isadora Collins is seizing every opportunity Summer Term has to offer. Between a full-time internship, an online course, international travel and volunteer work, she’s packing her summer with experiences that blend learning, career growth and fun.

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Sustainability study in Italy makes big impact on rising senior

A little can go a long way when it comes to studying abroad. While some students opt to study overseas for a whole semester or year, you can pack a lot of learning into even a week or two of study in another country.

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4 reasons student athletes say Summer Term is a slam dunk

Whether it’s basketball, football, hockey, or volleyball, there’s one thing that Wisconsin Athletes can all agree on: Summer Term gives them the flexibility to complete their courses when it works best for them.

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Conquering chemistry in the summer

Hear first-hand from Summer Term students about what it's like to take a chemistry course during the summer -- and some tips for success in chemistry courses.

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Students use scholarships for valuable internships

Students are participating in valuable internships this summer, some partly funded by a Summer Internship Scholarship. Read about their experiences.

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Meet Cindy, preserving German history

Learn the importance of studying history from one student's experience living and learning in Germany during her Summer Term 2024 UW Signature Internship.

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Badger Volunteer students sitting around a table, smiling. They are all wearing bucket hats that say "Badger Volunteers"

Badgers give back during the summer

Volunteering during Summer Term -- or any time! -- helps students learn about their communities and themselves. See how to get involved through Badger Volunteers.

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Meet Nicholas, tackling new tech

What's it like to take courses during Summer Term? We checked in with Nicholas, a rising junior studying engineering.

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Meet 3 summer scholarship students

Three UW–Madison students — Sarah, Harry and Thavon — share how summer scholarships help them achieve academic goals and gain unique experiences.

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Students share favorite summer study spots

Check out where some Summer Term students like to focus on their studies, whether it be soaking in the sun or sitting in a quiet corner.

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Maren Stewart in Australia

Scholarship empowers SoHE students to pursue internships

Read how the School of Human Ecology's summer internship scholarship allowed UW–Madison undergrad Maren Stewart to explore Australia’s sights when she’s not busy working at her summer internship at a fermented foods company in Melbourne.

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Peek into the lives of 4 Summer Term students

4 students share their Summer Term plans including study abroad, internships, part-time jobs and more!

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Summer Term online courses allow pre-med student to volunteer in hometown EMS

Read how summer term online courses allow pre-med students to volunteer in their hometown EMS.

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Summer scholarships help seniors finish strong

There are many paths on the way to get your degree, and some include Summer Finish scholarships!

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Student’s summer internship empowers Madison youth

Rising junior Isa Hernandez-White is making the most of her summer with an internship at the City of Madison and a job at the Morgridge Center for Public Service, bridging her interests in counseling psychology and community organizations.

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