University of Wisconsin–Madison

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Recap: UW–Madison Global Health Institute, Wisconsin Foundation & Alumni Association and Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation Visits Pidilite’s CSR Projects in India (March 16–19, 2025)

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UW–Madison delegation members from GHI, WFAA, and WARF joined by individuals affiliated with Pidilite and their CSR programs (Photo from GHI) From March 16–19, 2025, a delegation from the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s (UW–Madison) Global Health Institute (GHI) traveled to India for an in-depth exploration of Pidilite Industries’ impactful Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) projects. The delegation, …

The Big Ten and Abbott’s WE GIVE BLOOD DRIVE Campaign Hits Home

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GHI Associate Director Strategic Partnerships & Development, Calyn Ostrowski, with her two children (photo courtesy C. Ostrowski) By Kendall Buehl, GHI Staffer…For Calyn Ostrowski, Associate Director, Strategic Partnerships & Development, UW–Madison Global Health Institute (GHI), The We Give Blood Drive by Abbott and the Big Ten is deeply personal. Just last year, Ostrowski underwent a …

From Treating to Preventing: Meet UW’s Global Virus Network Scholar, Karl Ciuoderis

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Karl Ciuoderis (left) and GHI Director Jorge Osorio conducting field research in the Amazon in Colombia. (Photo from Abbott) By Kendall Buehl, GHI Staffer…Growing up in the Colombian countryside, Karl Ciuoderis knew he wanted to help animals. His love for domestic animals grew as they delightfully surrounded him on his family’s property. “It was like …

GHI Holds 2023 Advisory Committee Meeting/Retreat

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By Katie Newcomb, GHI Communications Director…On August 8, 2023, more than 40 advisory members, GHI staff, and friends attended the Global Health Institute’s (GHI) Advisory Committee Meeting/Retreat at Olbrich Botanical Gardens. The meeting goals were to share the work GHI has accomplished in the past year, highlight the vision moving forward, thank members for their …

GHI is Hiring: Apply to be an Administrative Specialist

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The Global Health Institute (GHI) at the University of Wisconsin-Madison works at the intersection of health, equity and sustainability. Our work is grounded in a global health ethic and the One Health principle that recognize the well-being of humans, animals and the planet’s ecosystems are inextricably linked. GHI is establishing three One Health Centers across …

Summer webinar looks at benefits of industrialized hemp

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JUNE 21: Panelists from UW-Madison, UW Health, the University of Lagos, the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection, and the Wisconsin Hemp Alliance will join the webinar and launch of the new report, “Industrializing Hemp to Advance the United Nations’ 17 Sustainable Development Goals.”

Work with GHI: Apply to be an Administrative Assistant

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The UW-Madison Global Health Institute (GHI) is hiring an administrative assistant for the upcoming spring semester. The position will be both in-person and remote as needed. Specific duties include assisting with awards and grant program management and general support for the Administrative Manager. Please note that UW-Madison employees are required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 …

Work with GHI: Apply to be an Office Assistant

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The UW-Madison Global Health Institute (GHI) is hiring an office assistant for the upcoming spring semester to start as soon as possible. The position will be working in our office located in the Medical Sciences Center during regular business hours (8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) and help with occasional evening events as well. Remote work …

Peace Corps Breakfast: Global Issues of Environment, Health & Community

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Join the UW-Madison Global Health Institute and Peace Corps at UW-Madison Wednesday, September 29 from 8:00-10:00 a.m. for Peace Corps Breakfast: Global Issues of Environment, Health & Community.  The seminar features Returning Peace Corps Volunteers (RPCV) Kate Schachter, Jamie Cummings and Claire Eldred. The speakers will look at how their Peace Corps experiences have shaped …