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"Race in UW admissions debated," Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, June 27.

A recent survey attempted to measure how Wisconsin residents feel about the proposed changes to the UW System admissions policy, but the survey results may be dubious due to the wording of the questions.

On Campus

"UW team in hot pursuit of elusive HIV vaccine," Wisconsin State Journal, June 27.

UW-Madison's HIV vaccine research team is gaining prominence in the field thanks to new results from a study in monkeys.

"Savant syndrome is doc's lifetime study," Capital Times, June 27.

UW Professor and savant syndrome expert Dr. Darold Treffert will choose an institute of higher education to house the materials of his life's work.

"Students brave the bat cave and more - College for Kids winds up another successful summer session," Reedsburg Times Press, June 27.

UW-Baraboo sponsors "College for Kids," a program designed to give elementary school students and teachers a chance to learn in an alternative environment.

State

"New plans for student aid needed now," Column, Capital Times, June 26.

Universities are being forced to raise tuition while state and federal governments reduce the amount of aid available, leading a Madison columnist to call for a fix to the current financial aid system.

"Student borrowers face deadline," Sheboygan Press, June 27.

Student loan borrowers need to consolidate their loans this week to avoid the higher interest rates going into effect Saturday.

"Poverty simulation all too real for participants," Portage Daily Register, June 27.

UW Extension contributed to a simulation designed to give participants respect and understanding for people living at or below the poverty level.

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