UW System Clipsheet

November 3, 2005

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UW System

"Regents reject new Barrows probe," Capital Times, Nov. 3.

Board of Regents President David Walsh declines the request of three Wisconsin legislators who requested a new audit of UW System employment policies.

Related: "Walsh drafts rebuttal to legislators’ letter," Badger Herald, Nov. 3.
Also: “UW Regent president responds to reps’ criticism,” Daily Cardinal, Nov. 3.

"UW payroll software not working," Channel3000.com, Nov. 3.

UW System weighs several considerations in deciding to take the next steps toward implementing the systemwide Lawson Appointment, Payroll and Benefits System

On Campus

"Eau Claire policy comes under FIRE," Badger Herald, Nov. 3.

UW-Eau Claire will review its current policy prohibiting resident assistants from leading Bible studies in university residence hall rooms.

National

"High schools and high college costs," Inside Higher Ed, Nov. 3.

Educators hear that better preparing students for college might reduce the need for universities to provide remedial education, and lower the costs associated with it.