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A compromise announced yesterday to repair the state's budget shortfall may be vetoed by Gov. Jim Doyle.
Related: "Budget fix includes borrowing, some cuts, but no hospital tax," Wisconsin State Journal, May 12.
An editorial stressing the importance of supporting the UW System as the legislature looks to solve the budget shortfall.
The UW Hospital medical helicopter that recently crashed lacked two safety items recommended by the National Transportation Safety Board.
The fraternity house used by the UW-Madison chapter of Sigma Phi Epsilon was destroyed by fire; the house was occupied by the same fraternity that is suspected of a recent hazing incident.
Related: "Fire rages in frat house; damage estimated at $750,000," Capital Times, May 13.
Also: "Blaze consumes UW-Madison frat; all residents safe," Wisconsin State Journal, May 13.
Dean of UW-Madison's College of Letters and Sciences Gary Sandefur focused on fund raising and relationship building with the Governor, legislature and other state leaders during a public reception on the school's campus; Sandefur is one of four finalists for the position of UW-Madison chancellor.
Related: "UW-Madison chancellor candidate Gary Sandefur has filled many roles at the university," Wisconsin State Journal, May 12.
Also: "Sandefur makes pitch to become next chancellor," Badger Herald, May 12.
UW-Green Bay is partnering with Green Bay Metro to offer a pilot program that would offer free bus rides to students, faculty and staff if they show their campus ID cards.
An editorial about a recent proposal that would create a partnership between Western Technical College and UW-La Crosse; the proposal must be passed by both the Wisconsin Technical College System Board and the UW Board of Regents.
Carroll College trustees have approved changing the school's name to Carroll University; the name change becomes effective July1.
Lt. Gov. Barbara Lawton met students in Rhinelander yesterday to talk about the Wisconsin Covenant.
Congressional Democrats have proposed a plan that would expand college aid for military veterans; the plan would essentially ensure a full ride to any in-state public university and a monthly stipend for those who serve at least three years.
Related: "Borrowing for education can be OK," Kenosha News, May 13.
As many states experience uncertain economies, some are recognizing higher education's role in economic recovery and are sparing the institutions from cuts. (paid subscription only)