Events
Upcoming Events
Family Nature Program: Welcoming Spring
Arboretum
March 15th, 1:30pm–3:30pm
Meet at Visitor Center, UW–Madison Arboretum
This program is a fun, fascinating way for families with children elementary age and younger to explore the natural world. Nature walk: 1:30–2:30 p.m., activities: 2:30–3:30 p.m. Adults must attend. Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes and come prepared for weather. Walks canceled for unsafe conditions. Free, no registration required. Meet at the Visitor Center.
The Hidden History of Tibetan Rugs
March 17th, 4:00pm
This presentation will unveil a trove of Tibetan rugs from as early as the 15th century, showcasing new designs and connections to religious traditions, along with evaluating the challenges of dating rugs using scientific methods. Felix Elwert, Ph.D., is professor of sociology and biostatistics at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. He received his PhD from Harvard University and maintains a longstanding interest in Himalayan Textile art.
DS-CDMC Lecture Series: Anila Quayyum Agha
March 17th, 4:30pm–5:30pm
Elizabeth Holloway Schar Hall, 5th Floor, Nancy Nicholas Hall
Anila Quayyum Agha‘s art practice explores perceived cultural and social polarities such as the masculine-feminine, public-private, definite-amorphous, and religious-secular, acting as a catalyst for her to delve into controversial topics that reflect upon topical themes of cultural identity, global politics, environmental concerns, mass media and social/gender roles.
Find a Research Mentor Workshop
Learn how to get started with undergrad research
March 17th, 6:00pm–7:00pm
Are you interested in doing research as an undergrad, but aren’t sure how? Get started on your research journey with help from WISCIENCE Research Peer Leaders! These students are fellow undergrads who’ve been doing research for at least a year—and they have plenty of advice and experiences to share. We’ll cover: • The benefits of doing research as an undergrad • How to find research experiences at UW–Madison • How to choose the right mentor for you • Resources to help you navigate the process
Data Science Research Bazaar
Meaning in the Metrics: Communicating Research Insights
March 19th, 9:00am–4:30pm
DeLuca Forum, Discovery Building
Get ready to find Meaning in the Metrics at the 7th annual Data Science Research Bazaar, hosted by the Data Science Hub. This year’s Research Bazaar will explore strategies for translating and communicating research insights. Presentations, lightning talks, and posters will also highlight fundamental and applied data science across research fields and industries. Register by March 5.
Harnessing AI for Research in Applied Linguistics: From Qualitative Coding to Quantitative Analysis
A workshop for the 2025-26 series on AI and Research in Language Studies led by Lara Bryfonski, Georgetown University
March 19th, 3:00pm–5:00pm
In this workshop will introduce participants to practical strategies for integrating AI into research workflows. Drawing on examples from recent studies in applied linguistics, it will explore how AI can support qualitative coding (e.g., theme identification and top-down coding practices), automate the extraction and classification of variables for meta-analysis, and assist with statistical tasks such as regression modeling and data visualization.
Ecological Restoration Work Party
Arboretum Wingra Woods
March 21st, 9:00am–12:00pm
Meet at Wingra Springs parking lot (at top of hill on Arboretum Dr., NE of Arboretum Visitor Center)
Volunteer for habitat restoration activities in prairies, savannas, and woodlands. Tools and training provided. Groups welcome with advance notice. Meet at Wingra Springs parking lot, at top of hill on Arboretum Dr., northeast of the Visitor Center. (No restroom facilities at site.) Event capacity is limited, please arrive by 9 a.m. More information: (608) 265-5214 or mkloppenburg@wisc.edu.
Scenic Stroll
Arboretum
March 22nd, 1:00pm–2:00pm
Meet at Visitor Center, UW–Madison Arboretum
This gently paced walk explores ecological communities near the Visitor Center. Themes may include the land, plants, animals, other organisms, phenology, and ecology. Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes and come prepared for weather. Routes are wheelchair accessible when weather allows. Walks canceled for unsafe conditions. Free, no registration required. Meet at the Visitor Center.
Data for the People: Zines and DIY Publishing for Researchers
Data Science Research Bazaar training
March 23rd, 10:45am–12:15pm
Running Pytorch on CHTC
Transition your Pytorch workflow to CHTC systems
March 25th, 1:00pm–2:30pm
Pytorch is a growing, popular software for machine-learning based workflows. This training is aimed towards researchers who have experience running Pytorch, but need to scale up their workflow from their local computers to larger computing systems. A CHTC account is recommended. Visit the event page for more details.