Worth Every Penny
UW contributes $9.5 billion to Wisconsin's economy each year, study shows
By Erik Christianson

Investing in the University of Wisconsin System is money very well spent. According to a new study by NorthStar Economics measuring the university's most recent economic impact, the UW System contributes $9.5 billion to the state's economy each year-nearly a 10-fold return on Wisconsin's investment in the university. full story

Bearing Fruit
UW System strengthens its federal relations

The University of Wisconsin System's newly formed federal relations effort is already bearing fruit in a number of ways. full story

Photo Essay
9/11 Commemorative Activities

UW System campuses organized diverse and poignant programs to mark the events of Sept. 11, 2001. One year later, campuses again paid tribute to the victims with activities that illustrated the progress and search for understanding found throughout the UW System. full story

One System—One Library
UW campuses join together to provide access for research
By Ken Frazier

The UW System libraries have joined together to develop a bold new plan for access to research. The old approaches to managing a university library system no longer work. The costs of library materials—particularly scientific and technical journals—have become unaffordable even for the largest academic libraries and universities. full story

Brittingham Art Invitational II
Showcasing the work of UW System artists
By Kate Kail

More than 60 works by University of Wisconsin System visual artists are on display as part of the 2nd annual Brittingham Art Invitational. full story