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Growing the Future

The University of Wisconsin-Madison College of Agricultural and Life Sciences is an engine of scientific discovery, with researchers working across the spectrum of agricultural and life sciences. Academically, the college offers research-based, hands-on teaching of undergraduates; world-class graduate programs rich in research and project assistantships; and short courses, workshops and other programs. Our outreach activities bring the work of the college to Wisconsin businesses, organizations and communities throughout the state. Learn more about CALS.

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I’d like to work with people from other countries because climate change is such a global issue that we really need to have international cooperation.

Rosalie Powell

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Rosalie Powell

Rosalie Powell BSx’24 has embraced everything that UW has to offer — from coursework and research to internships and study abroad. A Madison native double majoring in environmental sciences and life sciences communication, she aspires to a career in climate change communications. She hopes to partner with communities around the globe to help them address and adapt to climate change. Since the issue is so complex, it’s a career direction that benefits from a broad, well-rounded academic background as well as practical skills to connect with strategic audiences. Powell plans to attend graduate school — but first she’s working on a Fulbright grant application, hoping to fund a project to study the effectiveness of sustainability incentives available to Brazilian farmers.
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