UW System Clipsheet
September 20, 2005
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UW System
"UWO rose to occasion by cutting red tape," Editorial, Oshkosh Northwestern, Sept. 20.
An editorial applauding UW System for actions to assist students affected by Hurricane Katrina.
"UW women don't deserve contraceptive prohibition," Editorial, Stevens Point Journal, Sept. 19.
An editorial criticizing efforts to ban the distribution of some contraceptives at UW System schools.
On Campus
"UW-L to offer doctorate program," La Crosse Tribune, Sept. 20.
UW-La Crosse's consortial degree program in physical therapy is a first
for the university.
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"UWO budget forum sparks controversy," Oshkosh Northwestern, Sept. 20.
A forum on UW System budget cuts drew students, staff and a legislator for discussion on higher education in Wisconsin.
"Spear: UW does not perform background checks," Badger Herald, Sept. 20.
UW-Madison Provost Peter Spear said professors are not among job categories for which the university conducts background checks; Rep. Scott Suder says "state will try to intervene" on UW employment policies.
"Campus art flap prompts important discussion," Editorial, Wausau Daily Herald, Sept. 20.
The removal of a controversial piece of art from a UW-Green Bay art gallery prompts discussion on free speech.
"Pollard off to Iowa State," Wisconsin State Journal, Sept. 20.
UW-Madison Deputy Athletic Director Jamie Pollard will become the athletic director at Iowa State University effective Oct. 1.
"New UW position focusing on Internet security," Wisconsin Technoligy Network, Sept. 20.
Chief Internet technology security manager will raise UW-Madison awareness about Internet security threats.
"UW-Rock team kicks in to help victims of tornado, Katrina," Janesville Gazette, Sept. 19.
UW-Rock County's soccer team plans to raise funds for local or national disaster relief funds.
"Large fines may deter big parties," Eau Claire Leader-Telegram, Sept. 20.
Eau Claire police hope $29,000 in fines handed out this past weekend will deter underage drinking.
State
"Gov: State will save $200M," Capital Times, Sept. 20.
Doyle says universities could participate in new statewide consortial purchasing program.