UW System Clipsheet
November 20, 2006
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On Campus
"UW takes on rural doctor shortage," Associated Press, Nov. 19.
To improve medical access to often underserved rural Wisconsin populations, the UW School of Medicine and Public Health is seeking to teach future doctors through clinical partnerships in rural areas.
"Don't abuse academic freedom," Editorial, Wisconsin State Journal, Nov. 19.
An editorial recommending that UW-Madison take steps to ensure present and future instructors are accountable to the university and maintain the spirit of academic freedom.
Related: "Barrett shouldn't get UW teaching job," Editorial, Sheboygan Press, Nov. 20.
"International students adjust to life at UWSP," Stevens Point Journal, Nov. 18.
International students say their time at UW-Stevens Point helps promote cultural exchange and gives them a world-class education.
"UW-L students, staff offer input on proposed new academic building," La Crosse Tribune, Nov. 18.
As UW-La Crosse prepares for the likely construction of its first new academic building in more than two decades, student suggestions range from friendlier colors to a rooftop garden.
"Movie highlights UWO 'Black Out'," Oshkosh Northwestern, Nov. 20.
The first on-campus showing of a documentary will mark the 38th anniversary of "Black Thursday" at UW-Oshkosh.
"Cooperative Extension dean quits," Capital Times, Nov. 18.
Arlen Leholm, who is resigning as dean of UW Cooperative Extension to take a position with a nonprofit group, said the state and its citizens have never been better served by the organization.
State
"Don't expect a calm session in Legislature," Column, Lee Newspapers, Nov. 20.
Dealings in the Wisconsin State Legislature could be even more animated this term with a division of power between political parties.
National
"The million-dollar president, soon to be commonplace?" Chronicle of Higher Education, Nov. 20.
Trends in increased compensation for college leaders are clearly evident at public universities, according to new data published this week.
Related: "Executive compensation," Chronicle of Higher Education, Nov. 20.