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A family affair
A Badger Precollege alum and his mom share their experiences with the program and the lasting lessons that have stayed with them.
Badger Precollege featured on Galin Education podcast
Chris Harry, assistant dean and the director of Badger Precollege, chats with podcast hosts about about what students should look for in a high-quality summer program.
International high school students thrive at EducationUSA Academy
Five international students shared what they like best about the program and how it has impacted their future education plans.
Chancellor Mnookin attends classes with Badger Precollege students
The chancellor’s visit showed how UW–Madison is committed to helping precollege students learn about the university and the world around them.
Latino Youth Summit previewed in Madison365
Madison365 spoke with Badger Precollege staff about the annual Latino Youth Summit for middle school students — and how it helps young learners prepare for college and career.
Latino Youth Summit invites middle schoolers to explore college
La Cumbre de la Juventud Latina invita a estudiantes de secundaria a explorar la universidad.
Summer Music Clinic helps alum snare his place in UW Marching Band
Now a member of the UW Marching Band drumline, Elliott Frank says SMC helped him get comfortable with campus — and the audition process.
Summer programs back on campus!
It was so exciting to have students ages 5–18 back at UW–Madison this summer for Badger Precollege and campus youth programs! Check out some of the action in this photo essay.
Precollege students can cultivate creativity in these summer arts classes
Five arts instructors share what they’re looking forward to teaching precollege students this summer — from music production and composition to photography and creative writing.
Celebrating 85 years of UW’s tuition waiver for musicians
Adopted in 1937, The UW Tuition Waiver Award has helped to launch the professional music careers of hundreds of students over the years.
Award-winning artist to teach hip-hop, songwriting at Summer Music Clinic
Rob Dz is a hip-hop musician, spoken word artist and Kennedy Center-certified teaching artist. This summer, he revises his role as instructor for UW–Madison’s Summer Music Clinic.
Badger Precollege on La Movida
La directora asociada Ola Skyba conversa con La Movida Radio sobre las próximas oportunidades en Badger Precollege. Mira la entrevista aquí.
Badger Precollege grads find success as UW–Madison students
The precollege program strives to help all students find their personal path to college — and to develop the skills and confidence they need to succeed when they get there.
Badger Precollege grads find success as UW–Madison students
Badger Precollege helps students along their personal path to higher education, but don’t take our word for it. Below, a few of our former students — all of them now enrolled at the University of Wisconsin–Madison — share how Badger Precollege has helped them transition to life and learning in college.
WCATY changing its name but not its mission
The 30-year-old UW–Madison program will maintain its programs and its commitment to creating a community for academically curious students in grades 2–12.
Badger Precollege on WORT
Assistant Dean Christopher Pevey Harry talks with WORT 89.9 FM Madison about Badger Precollege and what’s new for summer 2021.
WCATY celebrates 30 years of engaging young learners
One former student — now an instructor with the program — shares memories of his experience at WCATY, what’s changed and what remains the same.
Badger Precollege featured in Madison365
Madison365 features Assistant Dean Christopher Pevey Harry, who shares his goals for making Badger Precollege accessible to all interested students.
New Badger Precollege programs offer enrichment, community-building, college readiness for youth
Milwaukee siblings James and Debra Ejiwale share how Badger Precollege programs help them explore topics of interest, meet new friends and get a feel for college life.
Think like a Badger: Assistant Dean Christopher Pevey Harry talks future of Badger Precollege
The Badger Precollege team is building on a strong history of precollege programming at UW–Madison to boost access, diversity and collaboration for young learners.
7 tips for high schoolers on creating a successful Badger Precollege application
Get the scoop on selecting your program, submitting your application, crafting your essay and more.