Welcome to MERIT!
Who We Are
MERIT is part of the University of Wisconsin-Madison, School of Education. We connect people, information, and technology; we support research, learning, and discovery in an inclusive and engaged environment.
Support for Learning & Discovery
We provide a wide-range of reference and research services, a rich collection of books, and collaborate with instructors to support teaching and learning across the School of Education.
Technology Support
We support the School of Education community and the technology needed to enhance teaching, learning, and research functions in an increasingly global and competitive digital environment.
More Services
MERIT's public service desk is located on the 3rd floor of the Teacher Education Building. We provide high quality, consistent, and responsive communication with all our users; including:
MERIT Events & Updates
Cyber Safety During International Travel
Are you planning to travel internationally? Before you go, learn more about what you should do to keep your personal and university data protected while abroad. Shared below is a Kb article containing links to …
April 17, 2025Finding Library Materials at MERIT
Looking for books to start that research paper or want help finding materials on our 4th floor library shelves? Watch this short video to learn how to navigate MERIT library’s education collections and find the …
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Our Values Statement
MERIT is committed to creating an intentional space and culture where people of diverse identities are included and respected. We acknowledge structural power imbalances and pledge to take direct action toward a more just environment for all who provide and use our services. We are dedicated to continuous improvement in our accessibility and anti-oppression work. We seek to honor individual lived experiences, recognize intersectionality, and cultivate better opportunities for people of all backgrounds.
May 2020
To learn more about MERIT’s Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
action plan, contact MERIT Director, Anna Lewis