UW System Clipsheet
September 15, 2006
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UW System
"A tribute to Camp Randall's real heroes," Column, Wisconsin State Journal, Sept. 15.
UW System President Kevin P. Reilly and Department of Veterans Affairs Secretary John Scocos note the many contributions student veterans past and present have made to the University of Wisconsin.
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On Campus
"UWSP's CNR dean earns peers' praise," Stevens Point Journal, Sept. 15.
UW-Stevens Point Dean Christine Thomas says her work to bolster the College of Natural Resources brings the college deserved national attention.
"UWFV theater price goes up," Appleton Post-Crescent, Sept. 15.
County officials say they will support a new auditorium at UW-Fox Valley despite rising costs associated with the project.
"Safety forum urges calls for student caution," Badger Herald, Sept. 15.
UW-Madison and city officials are encouraging students to be aware of their surroundings and not to walk alone, especially in downtown areas.
"Engineering feats," Eau Claire Leader-Telegram, Sept. 15.
The Stout University Foundation and other partners have helped to establish a science and technology museum in honor of an engineering professor who supported students at UW-Stout.
"High point, low point," Editorial, Stevens Point Journal, Sept. 15.
While members of the UW-Stevens Point dance team are on probation for actions showing poor judgment, more than 200 other UWSP students volunteered their time this Labor Day with community organizations.
State
"Candidates for governor might deepen shortfall," Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, Sept. 15.
Gov. Jim Doyle and U.S. Rep. Mark Green are expected to discuss tax policy and the state economy during tonight's gubernatorial debate; both candidates have outlined plans related to the UW System.
Related: "Key points to keep in mind during Friday's governor's debate," Associated Press, Sept. 14.
"Tech college: How best to serve thriving region?" River Falls Journal, Sept. 15.
The president of Chippewa Valley Technical College says the campus is working to drive job growth in the region, in part through partnerships with UW-River Falls.
"Menasha survey sets example for Oshkosh," Oshkosh Northwestern, Sept. 15.
Oshkosh would be wise to follow the lead of the city of Menasha, which stands to benefits from some good advice about economic development from UW-Extension.