For more opportunities to engage the local Madison community with your research, join the Microbiology Engagement Group! The MEG is a passionate group of microbiologists from all around UW Madison who share a passion for science engagement. The MEG has various opportunities for graduate students, post docs, technicians, research specialists and PIs to engage with the general public, such as participating at events like the Wisconsin Science Festival, Discovery Expo Days, Adult Nights at the Madison Children’s Museum and through their monthly talk series Microbiology on Tap.
If you are interested in being added to the email list to keep up to date with meetings and engagement opportunities, please email Ania Bialic at bialic@wisc.edu.
If you are interested in speaking at an upcoming Microbiology on Tap, please fill out this speaker interest form. Microbiology on Tap events are advertised through Badger Talks, the MDTP events page, and through our Instagram account.
Many MDTP students engage with the local or broader community in outreach efforts. Our program is proud of the connections our student make and encourage students to take part in outreach activities that are of interest. Some of these outreach activities can count toward the professional development requirement, with committee approval.
