Madison Reporter

Four faculty members from the University of Wisconsin–Madison have been elected to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. The newly elected members, all from the College of Letters & Science in the category of social and behavioral sciences, are Harry Brighouse, Patricia Devine, Lisa Martin, and Mark Seidenberg.

The election celebrates the scholars' contributions in their respective fields. They join nearly 250 other new members across various sectors including academia, industry, policy, and science.

“These new members’ accomplishments speak volumes about the human capacity for discovery, creativity, leadership and persistence,” says Academy President Laurie L. Patton. “They are a stellar testament to the power of knowledge to broaden our horizons and deepen our understanding.”

Harry Brighouse holds the titles of Mildred Fish Harnack Professor of Philosophy of Education and Carol Dickson Bascom Professor of the Humanities within the Department of Philosophy. He is affiliated with educational policy studies and directs the university's Center for Ethics and Education.

Patricia Devine serves as the Kenneth and Mamie Clark Professor of Psychology and chairs the Social Area Group in the Department of Psychology. Her research focuses on strategies to combat unintentional prejudice and stereotyping.

Lisa Martin is a professor in the Department of Political Science, specializing in international relations and political methodology. She has served as president of the American Political Science Association and researches the influence of institutions in global politics.

Mark Seidenberg, a professor emeritus in the Department of Psychology, investigates language acquisition, dyslexia, and educational achievement gaps. He co-directs the Language & Cognitive Neuroscience Lab.

The American Academy of Arts and Sciences, established in 1780, aims to highlight excellence in scholarship and promote new ideas for societal challenges. The induction ceremonies for new members are scheduled for October in Cambridge, Massachusetts.