UW System Clipsheet
July 13, 2006
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On Campus
"Assembly won't call for UW firing," Associated Press, July 12.
Some Wisconsin lawmakers have threatened to try to cut university funding unless UW-Madison dismisses lecturer Kevin Barrett.
Related: "Nass still seeking Barrett's removal," Wisconsin State Journal, July 13.
"UW sifting, winnowing," Editorial, Capital Times, July 13.
UW-Madison Provost Patrick Farrell is upholding the traditions and ideals of the university and defending academic freedom by allowing Kevin Barrett to teach his controversial 9-11 theory as part of a course this fall.
Related: "Rosenbergs' son applauds UW," Column, Capital Times, July 12.
Also: "Academic speech, critical thinking," Ashland Daily Press, July 12.
"Fiction and fact at UW," Editorial, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, July 13.
Not everyone agrees with the decision to allow Kevin Barrett to teach his controversial 9-11 theory as part of a course at UW-Madison this fall.
Related: "Now, it's about UW leadership," Beloit Daily News, July 12.
"UWM vice chancellor threatens to resign," Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, July 12.
UW-Milwaukee vice chancellor Abbas Ourmazd says more support is needed for UWM's research agenda.
"Universities contribute to city's economic, cultural life," Column, La Crosse Tribune, July 13.
The presence of UW-La Crosse and other local colleges and universities means invaluable contributions to the city.
"Sticking point: Students want to stay," WQOW-TV, July 12.
UW-Eau Claire reports that more graduates than ever before are staying in the Chippewa Valley to live and work.
State
"Public radio changes spark reactions," Capital Times, July 12.
Listeners are weighing in on recent changes to Wisconsin Public Radio's programming schedule, which includes the replacement of some classical music with news.
"Green County takes farm safety seriously," Monroe Times, July 12.
UW-Extension in Green County offers safety courses for children in the hopes of creating a safety-conscious generation of farmers.