UW System Clipsheet
November 28, 2005
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"UW likely to get 2nd student regent," Wisconsin State Journal, Nov. 27.
Gov. Jim Doyle may approve a measure that would add a non-traditional student position to the Board of Regents.
"Fights between legislators, UW hurt students, state," Editorial, La Crosse Tribune, Nov. 26.
An editorial calls for a ceasefire between UW System administators and Wisconsin legislators.
"Wisconsin consortium aims for defense business," Wisconsin Technology Council, Nov. 18.
The UW System will work as part of the Wisconsin Security Research Consortium to assess Wisconsin's contributions to homeland security.
"UW 'tobacco stock' is questioned," Wisconsin State Journal, Nov. 26.
Regent Tom Loftus wants the Board of Regents to review its investments with the parent corporations of "big tobacco" companies.
"Sobering facts on UW drinking," Wisconsin State Journal, Nov. 26.
A recent report includes information that will guide efforts to curb alcohol abuse among UW students.
"Keep recruiting diverse teachers," Editorial, Wisconsin State Journal, Nov. 28.
An editorial applauds the efforts by UW System campuses and the Madison school district to educate and recruit minority teachers.
On Campus
"Students offer teachers a raise," Eau Claire Leader-Telegram, Nov. 25.
In an effort to make up for lagging state support, UW-Eau Claire students may pay extra fees to help fund bonuses for faculty members.
"UW-Whitewater says dean's suit lacks merit," Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, Nov. 23.
UW-Whitewater vice chancellor for academic affairs James Freer dismisses the reasoning behind a lawsuit filed to restrict the release of an audit on spending by a campus dean.
"UWO in line for $500,000 grant," Gannett Wisconsin Newspapers, Nov. 25.
UW-Oshkosh may receive federal funding to help Wisconsin manufacturers develop and find commercial use for unused patents.
"Four programs delve into our diversity," Editorial, Marshfield News Herald, Nov. 23.
UW-Marshfield and UW-Wood County collaborate with a local organization to promote community involvement in diverse issues.
"Political fever still running high on campus," Eau Claire Leader-Telegram, Nov. 27.
UW-Eau Claire students maintain an active political environment even during a non-election year.
"A helping hand ," Eau Claire Leader-Telegram, Nov. 27.
UW-Stout students work with area high schools to help disabled students transition into college life.
"UW student body has strong volunteerism strain," Wisconsin State Journal, Nov. 28.
UW-Madison students actively support the surrounding community through volunteer work.
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"Group to establish groundwater plan," Stevens Point Journal, Nov. 28.
UW-Stevens Point researchers collaborate with community organizations across the state to assess the quality and future of Wisconsin's groundwater supply.
"Golf degree offered at UW-Stout," Wisconsin Public Radio, Nov. 25.
In an effort to meet the needs of the golf industry, UW-Stout will begin offering its new program in golf enterprise management.
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