Welcoming a Range of Experiences and Perspectives
At the University of Wisconsin–Madison School of Pharmacy, we are committed to creating a learning and working environment where all students, faculty, and staff feel valued and supported. Our programs are designed to prepare future pharmacists and scientists to engage thoughtfully with people and communities from many different walks of life.
We recognize and respect the many ways people differ. This includes factors such as cultural background, age, race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, language, physical or cognitive abilities, faith traditions, political beliefs, life experiences, and perspectives.
A Commitment to Educational Excellence for All
The School of Pharmacy has been nationally recognized for creating a welcoming academic environment. We are proud to be one of only six pharmacy schools in the country to receive the Health Professions Higher Education Excellence Award. This recognition reflects our efforts to prepare students to thrive in a range of healthcare and research settings and to serve communities with respect, curiosity, and care.
At the School of Pharmacy, we are committed to preparing healthcare professionals who can meet the needs of individuals and communities from all walks of life. We believe students thrive when they are equipped to approach care with cultural awareness, critical thinking, and the ability to connect across differences.
Here are a few ways we support that mission:
A Curriculum That Reflects the Real World — Pharmacists and researchers often work with people from a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences. Our academic programs offer opportunities to examine how culture, communication, and access to care affect health outcomes. This helps students develop the knowledge and empathy needed to provide thoughtful, person-centered care.
Research That Reaches Broader Communities — Our faculty are engaged in research that aims to improve health outcomes for more people. Projects focus on expanding access to care, addressing gaps in treatment, and mentoring the next generation of scientists. We believe that strong research should be relevant, impactful, and inclusive of different populations and perspectives.
An Environment Where Every Student Can Belong — Students can connect with a wide range of campus groups that reflect their interests, values, and identities. These organizations provide peer support, leadership opportunities, and space for meaningful conversation and community. You can learn more about these opportunities on our Student Life page.
Living and Learning in Madison — Madison is a dynamic place to live and study. As Wisconsin’s capital and a center for culture and public life, the city offers opportunities to engage with different viewpoints and experiences both inside and outside the classroom.
The UW–Madison campus community also provides numerous resources and support networks for students of all backgrounds. Resources and campus centers include:
Adult Career & Special Student Services
Adult Career & Special Student Services offers information about programs and services for nontraditional and University Special students, as well as adults considering a career change.
Gender and Sexuality Campus Center
The LGBT Campus Center works to strengthen and sustain an inclusive campus community for LGBTQ identified students and their allies.
Inclusive Excellence
UW-Madison works to create a diverse, inclusive, and excellent learning and working environment for all students, faculty, staff, alumni, and university partners.
International Student Services (ISS)
ISS provides information and programs to international students about the campus and community and provides support and assistance with visas and related immigration issues.
McBurney Disability Resource Center
The McBurney Disability Resource Center serves students with physical, learning, sensory or psychological disabilities.
Multicultural Student Center (MSC)
The MSC works to strengthen and sustain an inclusive campus where all students, particularly students of color and other historically underserved students are engaged.
Native American Center for Health Professions (NACHP)
NACHP works to enhance the recruitment of Native students to UW Health professional schools and programs, improve the Native health professional student experience, establish & enhance Native health education opportunities, recruit, retain & develop Native faculty, and grow Native health academic programs.
Office of Child Care & Family Resources (OCCFR)
The OCCFR provides high quality, affordable, and accessible early child hood care and education while addressing the work-life needs of students, faculty, and staff families.
Office for Equity and Diversity (OED)
The OED promotes, integrates and transfers equity and diversity principles to nurture human resources and to advance the mission of UW-Madison.
Campus Women’s Center (CWC)
The CWC is a student run organization that works to confront the oppressions women-identified individuals face by providing support services, educating the campus community on women-centered issues, and serves as a resource and referral center for all students.
Veteran Services & Military Assistance Center (VSMAC)
VSMAC assists with the transition to campus, handles the certification of education benefits, and connects military-affiliated students with needed resources to achieve academic success.
If you or someone you know has experienced a bias or hate incident on campus, we ask that you report it to the university’s Dean of Students Office.