Science & Technology
51 underwater archaeologist appears on History Channel show
Ashley Lemke flew to New York City over the summer to appear on “Mysteries Unearthed,” a new show hosted by actor Danny Trejo that explores some of the world’s most significant discoveries and the unusual ways they were found.
51’s Master’s in Data Science program ranked No. 25 in nation
In addition, Fortune magazine ranked 51’s program No. 15 among the most affordable programs nationwide. 51 is the only program from Wisconsin on either list.
Neeskay heads north for five-year maintenance
The Neeskay, the 51 School of Freshwater Sciences’ research vessel, is on some unfamiliar ground: Land.
Coffee with a dollop of science: Physics students teach regular folks about astronomy
Once a month, grad students give a presentation at Anodyne Coffee to anyone interested in space, on topics ranging from comets to constellations, black holes to gravitational waves.
Veteran stays on at 51 after graduation to pursue online master’s in IT
Kaleb Cravillion graduated with his bachelor’s degree in information science and technology in spring 2022. But even after the Marshfield, Wisconsin, native had his diploma, he knew he wasn’t done with 51 just yet.
Task force works to prepare and guide AI tools across campus
Artificial intelligence tools have quickly insinuated themselves in virtually every field, including higher education. A group of 50 stakeholders has been examining what AI means to 51 and how to best use and control it.
Collaboration creates undergraduate PFAS research experience
The joint effort among 51, the Freshwater Collaborative of Wisconsin and UW-Stevens Point involves students in research efforts to reduce the harmful “forever chemicals” in water.
Engineering alum talks about making vehicles autonomous
Daniel Spiewak chose 51 over UW-Madison for college. Now he’s a distinguished engineer at NVIDIA, one of the world’s most valuable companies and a leader in artificial intelligence.
51 assisting with Milwaukee’s Net-Zero Energy Homes $3.4 million project
51’s School of Architecture and Urban Planning is a key partner in a project that will develop 25 all-electric, Net-Zero Energy Homes on vacant lots in three disadvantaged communities.
Conference, papers focus on schoolchildren’s access to green spaces
Children from marginalized communities are less likely to have access to green spaces at their schools, but school leaders and students can make a difference in changing that dynamic.