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The UW is coming to you! Gather with fellow UW alumni and friends in New York City to discover how UW–Madison is addressing some of the world’s most complex challenges. Sarah Schutt, chief alumni officer and executive director of the Wisconsin Alumni Association, will share updates from campus, including the Wisconsin RISE Initiative. Then, enjoy lightning talks and a Q & A session. Speakers will include assistant professor of educational psychology Shamya Karumbaiah, who will discuss her research into artificial intelligence in education, and inaugural executive director of the Wisconsin Entrepreneurship Hub Lewis Sheats, who will share how the Hub is supporting brilliant Badger start-ups that seek to address some of the world’s most complex challenges.
Please register by April 23. A limited number of walk-ins will be accepted as capacity allows.
Speakers
Shamya Karumbaiah — assistant professor in the Department of Educational Psychology
Lewis Sheats — inaugural associate vice chancellor and executive director of UW–Madison’s Wisconsin Entrepreneurship Hub
Sarah Schutt — chief alumni officer and executive director of the Wisconsin Alumni Association
What is the RISE Initiative?
The Wisconsin Research, Innovation, and Scholarly Excellence (RISE) Initiative is designed to help address significant, complex challenges of particular importance to Wisconsin and the world, through accelerated and strategic faculty hiring, research infrastructure enhancement, interdisciplinary collaboration, and increased student and educational opportunities.
Schedule of Events
| 6 p.m. | Check-in |
| 6:30 p.m. | Program followed by a moderated Q & A session |
| 7:30 p.m. | Reception with hors d’oeuvres |
| 9 p.m. | Event concludes |
Parking
There are several parking lots nearby. The closest garage is Champion Parking 29, just right across the street from the venue.
Additional Information
When you register, please inform us of any dietary needs, accommodations (such as captions or interpreting services), or other needs. Onsite complimentary parking is available.
