Badger Talks

LISTEN NOW! Explore the groundbreaking work at Arlington Agricultural Research Station, where cutting-edge science meets Wisconsin agriculture. Click the link in our bio to hear Professor Laura Hernandez’s latest research on using ultrasound technology to predict lactation potential—a discovery with promising implications for both dairy farming and maternal health across Wisconsin! Plus, Station Director Mike Bertram discusses how Arlington's advancements directly support our state’s farming communities. Listen here: https://hubs.li/Q02Y6RMX0 University of Wisconsin-Madison Department of Animal & Dairy Sciences #BadgerTalks #StatewideOutreach #WisconsinIdea #StateRelations #BadgerTalksQuickPick #UWConnects

Meet Jessica Calarco, an Associate Professor of @uw_soc, whose work sheds light on social inequalities affecting Wisconsin families, schools, and communities. Dr. Calarco explores how social class, gender, and policy shape everyday challenges, from education’s hidden barriers to the reliance on women as informal safety nets. Her talks offer valuable insights and practical steps for educators, parents, and policymakers to build more equitable communities across Wisconsin. It is our goal to bring the University to YOU to help spark ideas and conversations on topics important to your community or business. UW faculty, staff, and graduate students share the latest discoveries and information to help benefit the people of Wisconsin. Learn more https://hubs.li/Q02Y8fss0 #BadgerTalks #UWConnects #StatewideOutreach #WisconsinIdea

@michelle-cloud-60b291248 Indigenous Arts and Sciences Outreach Specialist from UW-Madison Arboretum, brought a powerful Badger Talks to Capitol Lakes, sharing Ho-Chunk traditions and emphasizing that each community’s land acknowledgment should be a personal reflection rooted in respect for the land and its original stewards. At Badger Talks, we connect UW experts like Michelle Cloud with communities across Wisconsin to spark conversations on topics that matter. Discover the latest insights and innovations that benefit your community. Learn more at our website linked in our bio (https://hubs.li/Q02Y5N7B0). @earthpartnership @uwmadisondpla #UWConnects #BadgerTalks #WisconsinIdea

How does the legacy of Raphael Lemkin and the fight against genocide impact our understanding of human rights today? Join presenter Robert Skloot on November 20, 2024, at 11:00 AM at the Waupaca Area Public Library for a discussion on the life and work of Raphael Lemkin, the Polish-born lawyer behind the United Nations’ “Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide.” Get to understand the politics of the time, examine the Convention’s text, and connect its relevance to current events. For more information: https://hubs.li/Q02V_cxY0 #BadgerTalks #UWConnects #WisconsinIdea #Wisconsin #StatewideOutreach #StateRelations

Explore the enchanting tales of Hans Christian Andersen, such as "The Little Mermaid"! Join presenter Nete Schmidt on November 20, 2024, at 1:30 PM at the Port Washington Adult Community Senior Center, where you'll delve into the beloved Danish storyteller's world— his life, his time, his stories, and his thoughts. For more information: https://hubs.li/Q02VmF-v0 #BadgerTalks #UWConnects #StatewideOutreach #WisconsinIdea #StateRelations

Get up, get your groove on, and let's dance! Join presenter Susan Frikken (UW School of Medicine and Public Health) at the Watertown Public Library on November 20, 2024, at 1:00 PM for an empowering experience that combines movement and fun! Learn the basics of ballroom dancing while enhancing your strength, balance, and overall well-being, all designed to help prevent falls and improve cognitive function. For more information: https://hubs.li/Q02VmPBc0 #BadgerTalks #UWConnects #StatewideOutreach #WisconsinIdea #StateRelations

OUT NOW! Click the link in our bio to watch this week's Badger Talks Quick Pick, where we give you a look at the Arlington Agricultural Research Station—a 2,000-acre hub that drives research directly benefiting Wisconsin farmers and sustainable food systems. Director Mike Bertram shares how Arlington’s work impacts your food, your environment, and our state’s agricultural future. Plus, hear from Professor Laura Hernandez, an expert in Lactation Physiology, as she presents her latest research on using mammary ultrasound technology to predict lactation potential. Click here to watch: https://hubs.li/Q02XPlvP0 University of Wisconsin-Madison Department of Animal & Dairy Sciences #BadgerTalks #StatewideOutreach #WisconsinIdea #StateRelations #UWConnects #BadgerTalksQuickPicks

Explore Wisconsin’s Tribal Nations and learn key concepts of an Indigenous world view! Join presenter Annie Jones on November 19, 2024, at 6:00 PM at the Burlington Public Library where you will create a personalized action plan for building meaningful connections with Native American communities. For more information: https://hubs.li/Q02VbSX30 #BadgerTalks #UWConnects #StatewideOutreach #WisconsinIdea #StateRelations

This Veterans Day, we thank and honor all who have served and continue to serve, including the many veterans and military families in our community. Vietnam War veteran and distinguished UW-Madison lecturer, Doug Bradley helps veterans heal through storytelling. Through his Badger Talks like "Writing Their Way Home: Veterans' Stories and Survival" and "Who’ll Stop the Rain: Respect, Remembrance, and Reconciliation in Post-Vietnam America," Doug shares powerful insights into the veteran experience. You can bring his talks to YOUR community to spark important conversations. Thank you to all who have served and their families for their continued sacrifices. Learn more about Doug and his Badger Talks here: https://hubs.li/Q02XN_Jj0

How did the storm that sank the Edmund Fitzgerald leave its mark on the Great Lakes—and on Wisconsin's maritime history? Join presenter Steve Ackerman at Shorehaven in Oconomowoc, WI, on November 18, 2024, at 1:00 PM and explore the wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald from perspectives of the weather, the ship and the song by Gordon Lightfoot. For more information: https://hubs.li/Q02VbG6h0 #BadgerTalks #UWConnects #StatewideOutreach #WisconsinIdea #StateRelations