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Electrical & Computer Engineering About

Parameswaran (Parmesh) Ramanathan
“Welcome to the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) at the University of Wisconsin–Madison (UW–Madison). We are a community of students, faculty, and staff driven by curiosity, innovation, and impact. We are dedicated to educating and mentoring the next generation of engineers and to advancing research that addresses the most challenging technological and societal needs. Our internationally recognized faculty bring expertise that spans the full breadth of electrical and computer engineering, empowering students to engage with everything from foundational theory to transformative real-world applications. Across areas such as intelligent systems, sustainable energy, quantum technologies, advanced computing and communication, and microelectronics, our faculty, staff, and students are pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. With flexible undergraduate and graduate programs, students can shape their educational journey around the ideas and problems that excite them the most. Grounded in a proud history and propelled by ongoing breakthroughs, UW–Madison ECE is an exciting place to learn, discover, and innovate. “
Parmesh Ramanathan
Interim Department Chair, Vilas Distinguished Achievement Professor

Our Vision

To improve the world through bold research, educational excellence, effective technology transfer and impactful service.

Our Mission

We foster a diverse and inclusive community that advances the frontiers of engineering, disseminates discoveries and inventions, and prepares students to make the world a better place for all.

Our Strategic Priorities

Prepare students to meet the technological demands of our rapidly changing world
Enable and promote research excellence, impact, and growth in engineering areas of vital importance to society
Cultivate a thriving and inclusive community that is welcoming, supportive, and respectful
Communicate the value of our contributions and breakthroughs to enhance the visibility of our department

ECE Alumni – Share your experience with our current ECE Badgers!

Our alumni are the working arm of UW-ECE: technological leaders and innovators spreading the Wisconsin Idea around the globe.  We value the educational, professional, and life experiences that our alumni can bring to the development of our students.  No matter where our alums live or work, there are many ways to engage with our students through in-person or virtual volunteer roles.

ECE Advisory Board sitting on steps inside Camp Randall Stadium

ECE department newsletter

The ECE semiannual printed newsletter brings together a message from our department chair and articles highlighting faculty, students, research, teaching, service, and the ideas shaping our community.

PhD student Yizhou Yao working in the lab

Highlighted student organizations of interest to ECE students

Student organizations play a vital role in the ECE student experience by engaging Badger engineers in experiential learning, building technical and leadership skills, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration across the College of Engineering and the UW–Madison campus, and creating a strong sense of community where students apply classroom knowledge to real-world challenges and strengthen their academic and professional networks.

UW AIAA team featuring rocket, Hyperion.

Badger Solar Racing: Cross-college collaboration driving innovation