More than 100 undergraduate students from across the Universities of Wisconsin, along with their faculty advisers, showcased research projects at the 21st annual Research in the Rotunda event held in the Wisconsin State Capitol in Madison on April 2, 2025. (Photo credit: Universities of Wisconsin)
MADISON, Wis.—Today, the Universities of Wisconsin hosted the 21st annual Research in the Rotunda event, bringing innovation and discovery to the Wisconsin State Capitol as more than 100 exceptional undergraduate researchers, alongside their faculty advisers, presented research findings to state legislators, business leaders, alumni, and the public.
This signature event, taking place from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in the Capitol Rotunda, offered a unique opportunity to learn about the impressive research being conducted by some of Wisconsin’s brightest students.
Attendees discussed a diverse range of projects, with detailed program information and research titles available on the official Research in the Rotunda website: wisconsin.edu/research-in-the-rotunda/.
“This event is a testament to the power of investing in undergraduate research,” said President Rothman. “We are cultivating the next generation of leaders who will drive innovation, advance knowledge, and help shape the future.”
The event was made possible through the generous support of Kwik Trip, Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce, BioForward, the Wisconsin Technology Council, the Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation, and the UW-Milwaukee Research Foundation. Additional support was provided by the Wisconsin Department of Administration and the UW-Madison Memorial Union.
Photo Caption: More than 100 undergraduate students from across the Universities of Wisconsin, along with their faculty advisers, showcased research projects at the 21st annual Research in the Rotunda event held in the Wisconsin State Capitol in Madison on April 2, 2025. (Photo credit: Universities of Wisconsin)
The Universities of Wisconsin serve approximately 164,400 students. Awarding nearly 36,000 degrees annually, these 13 public universities are Wisconsin’s talent pipeline, putting graduates in position to increase their earning power, contribute to their communities, and make Wisconsin a better place to live. Nearly 90 percent of in-state Universities of Wisconsin graduates stay in the state five years after earning a degree. The universities provide a 23:1 return on state investment. The Universities of Wisconsin also contribute to the richness of Wisconsin’s culture and economy with groundbreaking research, new companies and patents, and boundless creative intellectual energy. Learn more at wisconsin.edu.