A Growth Agenda for Wisconsin
The UW System's Growth Agenda Goals
Strategic Goal 1
GROW PEOPLE: Produce More Degree Holders
Wisconsin needs more skilled graduates to compete in today’s knowledge economy. In Fall 2007, enrollment at UW campuses reached a record 173,000 students. The graduation rate rose to 64.8% systemwide – nearly four points higher than the national average. Even so, Wisconsin ranks 30th in the nation in four-year degree holders. Increasing the number of college-educated workers goes hand-in-hand with raising Wisconsin’s per capita income.
The UW System’s strategies include:
- Create more seats in UW classrooms
- Enroll more working adults
- Help young people prepare for college
- Expand transfer opportunities
- Keep college education affordable for everyone
Strategic Goal 2
GROW JOBS: Create More Well-Paying Jobs
In addition to producing a bigger supply of college-prepared workers, the university must do more to boost the creation of well-paying jobs. By supporting business development, linking academic programs to entrepreneurship, and expanding research, the UW will help make Wisconsin a better place to do business.
The UW System’s strategies include:
- Help businesses work better and grow
- Tailor education programs to meet local business needs
- Transform research into well-paying, knowledge-based jobs
Strategic Goal 3
GROW COMMUNITIES: Build Stronger Communities
Wisconsin’s local communities share common challenges, such as addressing economic downturns, achieving affordable health care, improving education, and providing greater access to educational opportunity. The UW can work in stronger partnership with Wisconsin communities to address these challenges and reinvigorate the Wisconsin Idea for the 21st century.
The UW System’s strategies include:
- Expand college offerings in high schools
- Engage with the community
- Help all Wisconsin gain access to education
Learn more: Growth Agenda for Wisconsin brochure [Printer –friendly PDF].