Graduates of the UW–Madison School of Education are enjoying successful careers in fields across the arts, health, and education — and we are excited to share what they are doing today.
Following is a Q&A with Abby Sunde, who graduated in 2024 with a BFA in Studio Art.
How did you get interested in this field/major? How did you decide that UW–Madison was the right place to pursue this degree?
I’ve been interested in art all my life, but I was first introduced to glass through a class project at Normandale Community College in Bloomington, Minnesota. From that first glass project, my life completely changed and I knew I needed to learn more about this fascinating material. Through my professor’s kind recommendation and encouragement, I continued on to study glass at UW–Madison, which has led me to where I am today.
What are you doing today (professionally, or where are you pursuing further education)?
I’m currently a Presidential Fellow at Rhode Island School of Design, pursuing an MFA in Glass. This year I’m also excited to be a collaborating artist with Writing the Wild, a wonderful cohort-based organization focused on supporting writers through an eight-month writing journey of workshops, gatherings, and prompts.
What was your most meaningful experience with the Art program?
My most meaningful experience was getting connected with the Glass Lab at UW–Madison. The community there fostered my curiosity and love of glass while encouraging me to delve deeper into my studio practice.