University of Wisconsin–Madison

Month: December 2020

Professor Arnott Smith’s new book: The consumer context for digital health tools

With the deployment of personal smart health technology, new digital tools are now within reach of people around the globe. From smart watches that monitor heart rate to Bluetooth enabled pulse oximeters, individuals can now get information about their health and do a better job taking care of themselves. As the importance of these consumer …

Covid-19 resources for Graduate Students

iSchool Resources & Services The Faculty and Staff at the iSchool know that this is a difficult time for many of you. We’re here to support you. iSchool Library Teatimes Connect and catch up with your fellow students via google meetings on Mondays, from 1:30 to 3:30 central time and Thursdays from 11 to 1 …

New Information Master’s Program Prepares Students for Careers in Tech and Information

For the first time ever, the Information School (iSchool) at UW-Madison is accepting applications for a newly launched Master of Science Information degree. The degree complements the iSchool’s long standing Masters of Arts degree in Library and Information Studies, extending the iSchool’s information and data management education and career preparation into new areas. The first …

New Faculty Profile: Dr. Jacob Thebault-Spieker

Dr. Jacob Thebault-Spieker earned both a BA and PhD in Computer Science from the University of Minnesota. His research interests focus on bias, social computing, crowd work, and the shared economy. Dr. Thebault-Spieker’s work will be an important accelerator for the iSchool’s relationships in the new School of Computer, Data & Information Sciences. Educational/professional background: …