Peace Corps ranks UW–Madison as top volunteer-producing university for 2023
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Badger headed overseas as Peace Corps resumes work
Meg Cirii will be one of the first Peace Corps volunteers participating in overseas service since the pandemic struck in March 2020.
UW–Madison ranked No. 1 for Peace Corps for second year
The University of Wisconsin–Madison has once again been ranked first among large schools on the Peace Corps 2018 Top Volunteer-Producing Colleges and Universities list.
UW-Madison ranked first in number of Peace Corps volunteers
The University of Wisconsin-Madison ranked first among large schools on the Peace Corps 2017 Top Volunteer-Producing Colleges and Universities list. There are 87 Badgers currently volunteering worldwide.
UW-Madison ranks among leaders in recruiting Peace Corps volunteers
With 69 Badger alumni currently serving in 34 countries, the University of Wisconsin–Madison continues its tradition as one of the nation’s top producers of Peace Corps volunteers, according to the latest national rankings. Since 2001, when the Peace Corps began releasing its annual list of top universities and colleges, UW–Madison has consistently placed in the top 10, including six years in the top spot. This year, UW-Madison ranks second.
UW-Madison regains top ranking in recruiting Peace Corps volunteers
The University of Wisconsin-Madison has regained the distinction as the nation’s top producer of current Peace Corps volunteers, with 90 alumni serving overseas.
International Education Week events showcase UW–Madison’s global tradition
The University of Wisconsin–Madison has a long, distinguished history of international engagement and producing globally talented graduates who create better lives for people in the state and around the world. International Education Week, November 11-15, will provide an opportunity to highlight and celebrate the university community’s ongoing commitment to that tradition.
Acting Peace Corps director to visit UW–Madison campus
Peace Corps Acting Director Carrie Hessler-Radelet — accompanied by her husband, Steve Radelet, chief economist of the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) — will be in Madison on Monday, Nov. 26, for two public appearances.