The Information School at UW-Madison is focused on education and research that expands society's understanding of the role of information in all aspects of science, nature and humanity. We educate students and pursue work that adds to the collective knowledge, productivity and innovation, and to the well-being of people, communities, and society.
Featured Stories
Campus libraries play integral role in research at UW–Madison, collaborative study by iSchool and UW Libraries reveals
Co-authored by Assistant Professor Chaoqun Ni, the study showed that 72% of references cited by university researchers between 2018 and 2022 were available through UW-Madison Libraries. The research was recognized by the ALA for its insightful contribution to library science.
PhD student spotlight: Yinka Ajibola explores the African information technology landscape
Ajibola’s journey shows how the iSchool PhD program supports young researchers, helps them find a niche, and empowers them to conduct impactful research at the intersection of technology and humanity.
Alumna spotlight: Multitalented Cat Richmond makes music possible as ensemble librarian at UW–Madison
As Music Ensemble Librarian at the Mead Witter School of Music, Richmond harnesses the skills she learned at the iSchool to ensure musical materials are preserved, organized, and accessible for the musicians who need them.
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- May
- May 2May Day TeaThe May Day Breakfast and Tea was a historic, alumni-sponsored Wisconsin Library School event hosted annually from the early 1920s to the late 1960s2:00 PM, 4207- Bunge Room, Helen C. White Hall
- May 9
- May 12Children’s African Story Hour (CASH)Swahili Folktales 2 (Kenya)4:00 PM, Pinney Library (516 Cottage Grove Rd.)
- October
- October 6
- October 7