UW System Clipsheet

July 1, 2008

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On Campus

"UWMC growth means loss of homes," Wausau Daily Herald, July1.

Residents in a neighborhood that likely will be demolished for the expansion of the University of Wisconsin Marathon County campus made it clear Monday night that their concerns are about more than dollar signs...

"UW-EC to add teacher training center," Eau Claire Leader-Telegram, June 30.

UW-Eau Claire will launch a new Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning next fall as the first step in a university strategic plan...

"Stout moves ahead with realignment," Eau Claire Leader-Telegram, June 30.

The final details have been put in place for a major realignment of UW-Stout's colleges...

State

"College readiness project launched," Wisconsin State Journal, July 1.

Madison School District leaders on Monday announced a partnership with Boys and Girls Club of Dane County aimed at doubling the number of minority and low-income students who will be ready to enter college after high school...

"Boys and Girls Club pledges $2.6 million to expand college prep program," Capital Times, June 30.

..Impressed with the success of the 28 East High students enrolled in the program last year, the Boys and Girls Club of Madison has committed to raising $2.6 million, half the funding needed to increase enrollment to 100 students districtwide this fall and to add 100 each year until an 800-student cap is reached...