Meet Madison’s new Youth Poet Laureate. Creative writing undergrad Octavia Ikard writes about Black women, community stories, and the rhythm of everyday life.
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An Afternoon of Papermaking with Holding History
Holding History hosted Papermaking on Library Mall where students, employees, campus visitors, and community members came together to learn the craft of making paper by hand. The event offered a chance to connect, create, and share an in‑person experience.
Flamingos in Folklore and Literature – The history of Madison’s home bird in the human mind
They’ve symbolized rebirth, surrealism, and jealousy. What do flamingos mean to Madison today?
Monthly Kudos: September 2025 Edition
September brought stories of impact, imagination, and collaboration. Our English community continues to inspire with fresh publications, impactful teaching, and public recognition.
Caroline Gottschalk Helps Lead New Curriculum on Indigenous Land Dispossession
English professor Caroline Gottschalk helps lead a new curriculum confronting the legacy of Indigenous land dispossession in Wisconsin.
Two English Department Scholars Named 2025–2026 Morgridge Fellows
Meet the English Department’s newest Morgridge Fellows and explore how their work bridges campus and community.
Kudos: Summer Edition 2025
Celebrate the milestones and moments that made our English community shine this summer before we dive into a new semester.
What We Talk About When We Talk About the Devil
What do writers talk About when they talk about their debut book? Find out in UW Undergrad Alex Gershman’s Interview with recent UW Creative Writing Fellow Rickey Fayne.
Celebrating the Exceptional Achievement of Three English Alumni
Three English Alumni recently received our 2025 Early Career Award—find out more about their exceptional achievements.
A Year of Words and Wonders (2024-2025): Notes from the Chair
From the Chair’s desk: celebrating resilience, creativity, and growth in UW English Department 2024–25.