Study Abroad
Study abroad offers students countless opportunities, ranging from intimately experiencing a new place and culture to learning a foreign language. In a globalized world, international experience gained from studying abroad is highly attractive to potential graduate programs and employers. Fortunately, the global outlook of many fields in the biological sciences as well as the flexibility of the zoology major make study abroad a feasible and appealing option for zoology students. Furthermore, zoology majors can take advantage of this wonderful opportunity during nearly any semester if they plan well and early.
For more study abroad information, students are welcome to visit the International Academic Programs website and Study Abroad’s Zoology Major Advising Page. Students are encouraged to meet with a department advisor as well as visit the study abroad exploration advising page when planning their experience.
Undergraduate Zoological Society
I. Mission
The Undergraduate Zoological Society (UZS) explores the many diverse fields of zoology for undergraduate students interested in careers associated with zoology. UZS provides supplemental education in the field alongside undergraduate coursework and informs students of campus and community events that may enhance their understanding of zoology. UZS organizes field trips, brings in speakers, holds an advisor panel, and coordinates volunteer activities for its members. UZS also promotes socialization and networking among fellow zoology majors.
II. UZS Membership
1) At least half-time status as an undergraduate at UW-Madison
2) Payment of dues: $10 for each semester or $15 for the academic year
3) Attendance of at least one UZS meeting per semester (meetings are usually the 1st Monday of each month at 7:00 PM in 168 Noland Hall); a meeting schedule is emailed to UZS members with specific times and locations
4) Attendance of at least two UZS events per semester; lists of events are emailed to UZS members once they are scheduled
III. Officers
Officers are elected each spring semester or filled by appointment as needed. Officers are required to help organize at least one event per semester and are expected to attend UZS meetings and events.
2024-2025 UZS Officers
