Continuing Studies

Young people who participate in #precollegeprograms are 43% more likely to enroll in college. 🎓 See how educational summer programs in Wisconsin and beyond can help your child build confidence and feel ready for college. Full story: bit.ly/4dK52gq

THIS WEDNESDAY: Do you get nervous when someone hands you the mic in a meeting? 🎤 Join us for a FREE webinar where you can get tips for those “impromptu” moments where you’re asked to present on the fly: bit.ly/3PAAXGb #ContinuingEducation #PresentationSkills

Sometimes we bring our learning home with us. Two students shared how behavioral health courses showed them how to meet people where they are and listen without judgment—even when it's your own kids. 😂 Full story: bit.ly/4s1HRCB

Who else is looking forward to a fresh start this spring?✋ Get inspired with our Lifelong Learning newsletter, where you can explore upcoming courses, online programs, book talks & more: bit.ly/4aQ4u74 #ContinuingEducation #UWMadison #LifelongLearner #AdultEducation

#BadgerPrecollege launched this future physicist into the stratosphere 🚀 Years after his precollege physics course, Nathan was one of 74 students nationwide to receive the prestigious Astronaut Scholarship from the @AstroScholarFdn. Full story: bit.ly/4aqK98f

Do you consider yourself a #LifelongLearner? 📚 Sign up for the Lifelong Learning newsletter: bit.ly/43kgmdzand and find opportunities to advance your skills, change your perspective and see yourself in a new light. #ContinuingEducation #AdultLearning #UWMadison

Meet Erin Schuler, MSW, our program developer for behavioral health. 👋 Erin says continuing education is important for therapists because the world (and their clients) are always changing, requiring new skills. Full story: bit.ly/4kBJdkX #MentalHealthProfessionals

Before you ask ChatGPT, try this. If you're stuck and tempted to use AI, go to the group chat. Ask your people and see if you can come up with new ideas, inspiration and resources. 💞 Keep reading for more human-first ideas: bit.ly/3Zvrz8F #ArtificialIntelligence #AI

Learning is cool again thanks to some viral social media trends. 📚🤓 See how trends like designing a #PersonalCurriculum can help you feel more excitement and connection in your daily life: bit.ly/4jPwfPQ

From language learner to language instructor 🤓➡️📚 See how instructor Mirta Pagnucci took her lifelong language experience and turned it into a profession and passion. Full story: bit.ly/49o47i7 #LanguageLearning #LanguageLover #ContinuingEducation

Welcome to Samantha Dye, our new director of professional coaching education! 🎉 Samantha believes anyone can benefit from developing their coaching skills, whether or not they become a certified coach. Full story: bit.ly/3MQz3zR #CoachingEducation #UWMadison

ICYMI: It’s our last newsletter of the year! Thank you to everyone who subscribed this year. We love learning, and we love that YOU love learning too. ❤️🤓📚 See the December 2025 newsletter: bit.ly/494v6iH #LifelongLearning #ContinuingEducation #UWMadison

Do you consider yourself a lifelong learner? 🤓 Then test your knowledge with this pop quiz about educational news and trends in 2025: bit.ly/49iFqoq #LifelongLearner #PersonalGrowth #ContinuingEducation #AdultLearning

Today we're taking a moment to honor a champion of lifelong learning who passed away this year. 💕 Former dean Howard Martin pioneered the Division of Continuing Studies, benefiting learners in our community for generations to come. Read more: bit.ly/4oKc8n3

More students than ever are taking the road less traveled — and that's a good thing! 🥾🎒 Over 70% are nontraditional in some way, challenging assumptions about what it means to be a college student. Full story: bit.ly/4oXZDFB #AdultEducation #NontraditionalStudent

Sometimes #LifelongLearning runs in the family. 💞 See how Alex Smith, class of '21, was inspired by his grandfather's legacy as the first dean of the Division of Continuing Studies. Full story: bit.ly/3K6GfXw #AdultEducation #BadgerReady #UWMadison

Your bimonthly dose of feel-good news is here! 😍 Check out our Lifelong Learning newsletter to see how learners across the state are creating brighter futures for themselves and their communities. Read it here: bit.ly/47J0N0f #ContinuingEducation #LifelongLearner

❗FREE course preview❗ Learn the basics of #DesignThinking and enjoy a guided activity. We only offer free webinars a few times a year, and they fill up fast! Don’t wait to sign up: bit.ly/43t7KBa #CreativeLife #CreativeBiz #CreativeCommunity #CreativeEntrepreneur

A dementia diagnosis can bring up feelings of grief, loss and even anger 😭💔😖 Join Erica Srinivasan, PhD of @UWLaCrosse to get tips for navigating this difficult stage of life. Details: bit.ly/43v5vxc #DementiaCare #AmbiguousLoss #CaregiverSupport #YouAreNotAlone

As an 18-year-old, Donovan struggled to adjust to college. He's one of approx. 40 million US adults who have some college credit but no degree. See how bridge programs can help students like Donovan finish what they started: bit.ly/3Lp5uEL #AdultStudent #BadgerReady