University of Wisconsin–Madison

People Type: Current

Bush, Will

Biography I am a third year Neurobiology and Education Policy Studies undergraduate student at University of Wisconsin-Madison. My research interest lies in integrating quantitative and qualitative paradigms to investigate how poverty and adverse childhood experiences may affect cognitive development and academic achievement. I have a strong interest in appreciating how both “boots-on-the-ground” advocacy and academic …

Bushman, Eva

Biography Eva Bushman is working towards a B.S. in Political Science and Education Studies with a certificate in History. She is passionate about studying the many intersections between politics and education, especially the role of effective civics education in encouraging democratic participation. Eva has robust professional experience in both politics and teaching, including working as …

Castro, JJ

Biography I am an education policy major with the goal to double major in legal studies and work toward a certificate in criminal justice.

Content, Vivienne

Biography Vivienne Content is majoring in Education Policy Studies and pursing certificates in Public Policy and History. She is actively involved with the School of Education as an Education Policy Studies Ambassador and board member of the Scholars in Education organization. She plans on pursing a master’s degree through Curriculum & Instruction for Secondary Education …

Garza, Estrella

Biography Estrella is a senior double majoring in Elementary Education and Educational Policy Studies, with certificates in early childhood education and English as a second language.

Goldsmith, Katelyn

Biography Katelyn is a freshman double majoring in Education Studies and English with an emphasis in Creative Writing, and is working towards certificates in Athletic Healthcare and Global Cultures, Languages, and Education. Katelyn is incredibly passionate about international, comparative, and post-conflict education. She plans on pursuing her master’s in Educational Policy Studies.

Grimm, Jamison

Biography Jamison is an English and Educational Policy Studies major. She has an interest in improving educational equality and accessibility.

Halker, Mira

Biography Mira is majoring in Educational Policy Studies, with certificates in Public Policy, French, and Development Economics. With her strong interests in global and comparative education, developed from her international experiences while studying abroad, Mira plans to pursue graduate school to further immerse herself in scholarly endeavors.

Lara, Madeline

Biography I am an undergraduate student at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, pursuing studies in Educational Policy Studies, Legal Studies, and Psychology, with certificates in Consulting and Public Policy. My academic journey is driven by a deep curiosity about the intersection of human behavior, systemic inequalities, and the structures that shape our educational systems. Through my …

Li, Evelyn

Biography Evelyn is a junior double-majoring in Psychology and Educational Policy Studies. She is interested in students’ social-emotional development, peer relationships, and sense of belonging in schools. She also focuses on how poverty and disability influence students’ motivation and academic outcomes, and how these factors contribute to educational inequality. Beyond academics, Evelyn is involved in …