College of Agricultural and Life Sciences
From artificial intelligence and emerging technologies to environmental justice and health misinformation, UW–Madison’s Science Communication Ph.D. program examines how people understand, communicate about, and respond to a rapidly changing scientific world. AI, gene editing, new energy technologies, and other scientific advances are becoming part of everyday life at an increasingly rapid pace. But as these …
Every field needs people who can make complex ideas understandable, meaningful, and engaging. Whether you’re studying biology, business, environmental science, or something entirely different, knowing how to communicate your expertise can help you make a greater impact. That’s what makes Life Sciences Communication (LSC) at UW–Madison such a valuable addition to your education. By adding …
As the academic year has come to an end, I am thrilled to share some of the many accomplishments of our students, faculty, and friends during the 2025-2026 school year. I invite you to click through the links below to see what we’ve been up to this year. You can also stay connected with us …
From studying public health in Denmark to conducting research in the Pan-Amazon region, students in the Department of Life Sciences Communication (LSC) are using scholarship support to expand what’s possible in their academic and professional careers. The department celebrated 25 student scholars and the donors who support them at the 2026 LSC Scholarship & Donor …
Amanda Molder, Ph.D. Candidate in the Department of Life Sciences Communication, sits down with us to chat about her experience in LSC, her current research interests, and provides some advice for new and prospective Ph.D. Students. Q. What was your educational journey leading to a Ph.D. in Science Communication? I got a Bachelor’s degree in …
Lydia Larsen’s journey started as genetics and genomics major at the University of Wisconsin–Madison and has led to a promising career in science communication and journalism. As a BS’23 graduate with a degree in Genetics and Genomics, and Life Sciences Communication (LSC), Lydia carries the knowledge and skills acquired during her time at LSC into …
Spring is almost here and summer is fast approaching! This is an ideal time to consider enrolling in summer classes, which can ease your fall/spring semester course load, help you graduate early, and fulfill any missing course requirements you may have! The Department of Life Sciences Communication will offer various classes covering both the theoretical and …
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The Department of Life Sciences Communication (LSC) just made education and training in science communication at UW–Madison even more accessible by adding a new undergraduate certificate in science communication to their degree programs. This certificate gives students from every college and major at UW the opportunity to earn transcriptable expertise in science communication alongside their …
Chatty excitement filled the Pyle Center on April 28, 2022, as proud parents and donors watched outstanding students receive their scholarship awards for the next academic year. An annual event that never disappoints, the Life Sciences Communication (LSC) Department hosted its scholarship and donor recognition reception to highlight its excellent students, generous donors, and departmental …