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Education Policy Studies at UW-Madison

Education Policy Studies Career Pathway

book iconEducation Policy, Research, and Advocacy

Conduct research on the efficacy of current educational policies including the effects on practice, experience and equity/inequality. Evaluate alternatives, develop new policies, and advocate for their implementation.

globe iconInternational Education and Development

Understand the complex issues that shape international education and engage in transforming policy and practice.

apple on a book iconTeaching and Educational Support

Design content and facilitate learning or professional development for diverse groups of individuals.

Create programs or policies that support students and other stakeholders at the post-secondary level.

Create spaces and events to inspire involvement in the community; participate in recreational activities to promote learning, development, and belonging.

cords coming out of a computer screen iconEducation Technology (Edtech)

Combine educational theory and best practices with technological solutions to facilitate various forms of learning.

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Top Skills Learned

  • Research proficiency
  • Policy analysis
  • Assessment and evaluation
  • Communication skills
  • Critical thinking skills

Gain Experience Through

  • Internships
  • Job shadows
  • Informational interviews
  • EDPOL203: Internships in Education course
  • UW student organizations
  • Become an EPS Ambassador

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Explore: Education Studies Employers

Check out some of the companies and organizations that hire people on this pathway!

Meet your advising team

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Michael Dixon

Educational Policy Studies
Undergraduate/Event Coordinator
he/him
mdixon3@wisc.edu

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Kristin Dalby

Educational Policy Studies
Graduate Program Manager
she/her
kdalby@wisc.edu

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Zack Minnier

Career and Internship Advisor
for Education Studies
he/him
zminnier@wisc.edu

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