UW System Clipsheet

On Campus

"61 lawmakers demand UW fire instructor over Sept. 11 theory," Associated Press, July 21.

UW-Madison stands by the decision to allow lecturer Kevin Barrett to teach a class this fall; Provost Patrick Farrell expects the class will be "a very positive educational experience" for students.

"Provost and vice chancellor for academic affairs named," River Falls Journal, July 21.

A UW alumnus, Charles D. Hurt, dean of the College of Arts and Sciences at West Chester University in Pennsylvania, is chosen to serve as provost and vice chancellor for academic affairs at UW-River Falls.

"Campus dorm on hold," Baraboo News Republic, July 21.

Outgoing UW-Baraboo dean Michael Brophy said he does not know why his departure would affect the campus's ability to raise funds for a proposed new residence hall; the school's Campus Commission recently suspended the project citing the need for more clarification about funding for the facility.

"UW-Fox Valley students deserve better facility," Letter to the Editor, Oshkosh Northwestern, July 20.

A UW-Fox Valley Foundation Board member emphasizes the school's need for a new Communication Arts Center.

Related: "New arts center would benefit UW-Fox Valley," Letter to the Editor, Appleton Post-Crescent, July 18.

State

"Tightening the belt," Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, July 21.

Funding for UW-Extension in Waukesha County has been halved over the years, and the office expects another tight budget this year as the county attempts to hold down spending.

"Editorial: Energy independence a wise move for state," Sheboygan Press, July 21.

UW campuses will serve as laboratories as the state explores the use of alternative and renewable energy resources.