Division of Extension announces recipients of 2022 Wisconsin Idea Collaboration Grant

The Division of Extension and the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research and Graduate Education are excited to announce the nine recipients of the 2022 Wisconsin Idea Collaboration Grants. Now in its second year, this grant funding aims to promote collaboration with faculty across campus around Extension’s six focus areas: promote healthy relationships, empower […]

Extension Innovation Grants Prompt Community Collaboration on Food Systems, Water Quality, Accessibility, and Outreach

UW-Madison Extension awarded funding to 13 projects aimed at bringing innovative ideas to its outreach and education mission. Extension annually solicits proposals for new efforts around educational engagement, community-informed research, and practical guidance. Extension’s place-based educators across Wisconsin and specialists at UW-Madison and other UW campuses conduct needs assessments, work with local partnering organizations, and […]

New program to help Wisconsin farmers make decisions about their future – Introductory Zoom scheduled for Dec. 10

A new program from University of Wisconsin-Madison Division of Extension educators in collaboration with the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection’s Farm Center staff will help Wisconsin farmers make decisions and plan for their future.

Milwaukee Farmers Market tickets and tokens for shoppers

Farmers markets provide safe shopping and welcome new customers

The Milwaukee Farmers Market Coalition adjusted to changing times and changing needs this summer.

Communicating with those who are deaf or hard-of-hearing during COVID-19

Learn basic communications strategies for interacting more comfortably and providing accommodations to ensure effective communication.

The Literacy Link

“The Literacy Link brings evidence-informed literacy and learning opportunities to young children with parents or caregivers involved in local correctional systems.”

Dr. Karl Martin selected as permanent Extension dean

Extension staff, First Book Representatives at the Dane County Jail

The Literacy Link Awarded $21,000 for New Books by Nonprofit First Book

UW—Madison Division of Extension’s The Literacy Link is the recipient of a $21,000 award for new, high-quality books. The award from the nonprofit First Book, will expand The Literacy Link’s mission to bring evidence-informed literacy and learning opportunities to young children who have a parent or caregiver involved in local correctional systems.