News 2008

  1. Thomas K. Harden recommended as next UW-Green Bay chancellor

    December 23, 2008

    MADISON, Wis. – University of Wisconsin System President Kevin P. Reilly today announced that Dr. Thomas K. Harden, President of Clayton State University in Georgia, has been recommended as the […]

  2. Van Galen recommended as next UW-River Falls chancellor

    December 19, 2008

    MADISON, Wis. – University of Wisconsin System President Kevin P. Reilly today announced that Dr. Dean Van Galen, Vice President for University Advancement at the University of West Florida (Pensacola, […]

  3. UW System graduates record number of degree holders while transfers remain high

    December 8, 2008

    MADISON, Wis. – The UW System awarded more degrees than ever before in 2007-08 and saw a slight increase in the number of undergraduate transfer students over the previous two […]

  4. Regents commit to helping state with economic recovery, while maintaining educational mission

    University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents December Meeting Day Two News Summary

    December 5, 2008

    LA CROSSE, Wis. – As the UW System steps up to do its part in addressing the state’s current difficult economic situation, President Kevin P. Reilly reminded the Board of […]

  5. Board of Regents hear initial campus climate assessments

    University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents December Meeting Day One News Summary

    December 4, 2008

    Host campus UW-La Crosse highlights stories of student success LA CROSSE, Wis. – Campus climate assessments at five University of Wisconsin institutions indicate that most students, faculty, and staff are […]

  6. Measuring Up underscores importance of Growth Agenda for Wisconsin

    December 3, 2008

    MADISON, Wis. – The National Center for Public Policy and Higher Education today released its bi-annual report, Measuring Up 2008: The National Report Card on Higher Education. University of Wisconsin […]

  7. UW System scales back pay recommendation

    November 28, 2008

    MADISON, Wis. – Unlike any other state agency, the University of Wisconsin System must formally recommend a two-year pay plan for its faculty and academic staff, even before the State […]

  8. UW-Green Bay chancellor finalists named

    November 26, 2008

    MADISON, Wis. – University of Wisconsin System President Kevin P. Reilly today announced four finalists for the position of chancellor at UW-Green Bay. A 21-member search and screen committee, chaired […]

  9. UW System tightening its belt, preserving commitment to educational quality and innovation

    November 26, 2008

    MADISON, Wis. – The University of Wisconsin System is continuing to take steps to help address the state’s immediate financial crisis, while focusing resources on programs that are most relevant […]

  10. UW-River Falls chancellor finalists named

    November 18, 2008

    MADISON, Wis. – University of Wisconsin System President Kevin P. Reilly today announced five finalists who are being considered for the position of chancellor at UW-River Falls. A 19-member search […]

  11. University of Wisconsin System convenes conference promoting liberal education, a unifying mission for the 21st-century

    November 17, 2008

    MADISON, Wis. – Teams from 14 University of Wisconsin System institutions will meet in Madison on Nov. 20-21, 2008, to discuss how best to educate students for 21st-century challenges.  Co-sponsored […]

  12. KnowHow2GOWisconsin to offer free test preparation

    November 14, 2008

    MADISON— Fall is the time of year when many college-bound teens get very anxious about taking the oft-dreaded SAT and ACT exams. To combat those fears, KnowHow2GOWisconsin now offers free […]

  13. UW-Parkside Chancellor Search and Screen Committee named

    November 11, 2008

    MADISON, Wis. – University of Wisconsin System President Kevin P. Reilly today appointed a 19-member search and screen committee to help identify a new chancellor for UW-Parkside. UW-Parkside, one of […]

  14. Regents discuss recruitment and retention challenges, honor teaching excellence award winners

    University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents November Meeting News Summary

    November 6, 2008

    MADISON – The University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents met for a one-day meeting on Nov. 6, with most of the session focusing on broad discussions about two strategic […]

  15. Regents honor outstanding UW System teachers

    October 27, 2008

    MADISON – The University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents will honor two professors and one academic department at its Nov. 6 meeting with the presentation of the Regents’ 16th […]

  16. Statement from University of Wisconsin System President Kevin P. Reilly on Higher Education Day

    October 7, 2008

    “In celebrating Wisconsin’s third annual Higher Education Day, we take time to help students of all ages focus on their life goals, and ways that we can help them fulfill […]

  17. KnowHow2GO Wisconsin and EdVest partner for student video contest

    October 7, 2008

    MADISON— KnowHow2GO Wisconsin and EdVest announced today they have partnered to sponsor a video contest for Wisconsin students grades in 7-10 in honor of Higher Education Day. Students will dramatize […]

  18. Regents aim to improve chancellor selection process

    University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents October Meeting Day Two News Summary

    October 3, 2008

    As UW System takes steps to fine-tune its chancellor selection process, the key question is how to get the most accurate picture of each finalist. The Board of Regents took […]

  19. UW-Stevens Point delivers programs to serve central Wisconsin, state

    University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents October Meeting Day One News Summary

    October 2, 2008

    STEVENS POINT, Wis.  – The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is vitally connected to the future of central Wisconsin and the rest of the state, said UW-Stevens Point Chancellor Linda Bunnell, […]

  20. UW System Regents to focus on accountability

    September 30, 2008

    MADISON, Wis. – When the University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents meets in Stevens Point this week, the spotlight will be on accountability. In November 2007, the UW System […]

  21. Board of Regents Approve 2009-11 Biennial Budget Request

    University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents August Meeting Day Two News Summary

    August 22, 2008

    The University of Wisconsin Board of Regents on Friday unanimously approved the biennial state budget request for 2009-2011 recommended by System President Kevin P. Reilly for its 26 campuses and […]

  22. Board of Regents urges state to reinvest in public university system

    University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents August Meeting Day One News Summary

    August 21, 2008

    e University of Wisconsin System is seeking reinvestment from the state to help graduate more students, to create leading-edge jobs in Wisconsin, and to grow strong communities under its proposed […]

  23. UW System Board of Regents to honor winners of 2008 Academic Staff Awards for Excellence

    August 18, 2008

    MADISON, Wis. – The University of Wisconsin Board of Regents will honor winners of the 2008 Academic Staff Awards for Excellence on August 22 in Madison. This is the highest […]

  24. Regents to consider biennial budget request

    UW System’s “Growth Agenda for Wisconsin” continues to focus on more graduates, new jobs and stronger communities for the state

    August 14, 2008

    MADISON, Wis. – The University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents is scheduled to approve a biennial state budget request for 2009-2011 at next week’s meeting in Madison. After approval […]

  25. Reilly names interim UW-Parkside Chancellor

    July 9, 2008

    MADISON, Wis. – University of Wisconsin System President Kevin P. Reilly announced today that he will recommend Dr. Lane Earns as the Interim Chancellor for UW-Parkside. If approved by the […]

  26. UW System reviews UW-Parkside Chancellor search

    July 1, 2008

    University of Wisconsin System President Kevin P. Reilly today announced that a detailed review of procedures used to recruit and screen candidates for the UW-Parkside Chancellor post is under way. […]

  27. Felner resigns UW-Parkside appointment

    June 24, 2008

    MADISON, Wis. – University of Wisconsin System President Kevin P. Reilly today accepted Dr. Robert Felner’s resignation as the next chancellor of UW-Parkside. Following a public national search, Felner was […]

  28. UW System Executive Senior Vice President to Retire

    Reilly praises Dr. Donald J. Mash as a strong champion of higher education

    June 13, 2008

    Dr. Donald J. Mash will retire this month after a distinguished career in higher education spanning four decades.  For three years, Mash has served as the Executive Senior Vice President […]

  29. Statement from the Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs and the University of Wisconsin System regarding the Wisconsin G.I. Bill

    June 12, 2008

    The Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs and the University of Wisconsin System today renewed their longstanding commitment to state programs that provide Wisconsin’s veterans with valuable opportunities to earn a […]

  30. Board of Regents reflect upon a year of successes and challenges

    University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents June Meeting Day Two News Summary

    June 6, 2008

    The Board of Regents began its second day by recognizing a number of departing leaders: Regent Emeritus Peggy Rosenzweig for five years of service on the Board of Regents; Non-traditional […]

  31. Regents appoint three UW System chancellors

    University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents June Meeting Day One News Summary

    June 5, 2008

    The University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents began its meeting at UW-Milwaukee in closed session, formally appointing new chancellors at UW-Madison, UW-Parkside and UW-Whitewater, approving all terms of their […]

  32. Regents appoint three UW System chancellors

    June 5, 2008

    MILWAUKEE, Wis. – The University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents today formally appointed new chancellors at UW-Madison, UW-Parkside and UW-Whitewater, approving all terms of their employment. UW System Board […]

  33. UW-River Falls chancellor search committee named

    June 4, 2008

    MADISON, Wis. – With the successful conclusion of three simultaneous chancellor searches, the University of Wisconsin System now turns its attention to recruiting and hiring new leaders for UW-Green Bay […]

  34. UW-Green Bay chancellor search committee named

    June 4, 2008

    MADISON, Wis. – With the successful conclusion of three simultaneous chancellor searches, the University of Wisconsin System now turns its attention to recruiting and hiring new leaders for UW-Green Bay […]

  35. Regents to set UW tuition on June 5

    Proposal extends tuition freeze at 13 UW Colleges and sets $265 annual increase for most students at four-year campuses

    June 3, 2008

    MADISON, Wis. – The University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents is scheduled to approve an annual operating budget and set tuition rates for the 2008-09 academic year at this […]

  36. Martin recommended as next UW-Madison chancellor

    May 28, 2008

    MADISON, Wis. – Dr. Biddy (Carolyn A.) Martin, provost of Cornell University, has been recommended as the next chancellor of the University of Wisconsin-Madison. UW System President Kevin P. Reilly […]

  37. Felner recommended as next UW-Parkside chancellor

    May 22, 2008

    MADISON, Wis. – Dr. Robert Felner, dean of the College of Education and Human Development at the University of Louisville, has been recommended as the next chancellor of the University […]

  38. UW System honors essays on liberal arts education

    May 20, 2008

    MADISON—Three undergraduate students from the University of Wisconsin System will be honored through the third annual UW System Liberal Arts Scholarship Competition, established to support and promote liberal education throughout […]

  39. Anderes to lead UW System fiscal and administrative affairs

    May 19, 2008

    MADISON, Wis. – University of Wisconsin System President Kevin P. Reilly today announced the appointment of Thomas K. Anderes as the System’s Senior Vice President for Administration and Fiscal Affairs. […]

  40. Telfer recommended as UW-Whitewater chancellor

    May 9, 2008

    MADISON, Wis.—Dr. Richard J. Telfer, interim chancellor at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, has been recommended as the institution’s next chancellor. UW System President Kevin P. Reilly and the Board of […]

  41. UW-Madison chancellor finalists named

    May 7, 2008

    MADISON, Wis. – University of Wisconsin System President Kevin P. Reilly today announced four finalists who are being considered for the position of chancellor at UW-Madison. A 23-member search and […]

  42. Reilly recommends interim UW-Green Bay chancellor

    Green Bay native and alumnus brings decades of university experience

    May 1, 2008

    MADISON, Wis. – University of Wisconsin System President Kevin P. Reilly announced today that he will recommend Dr. David J. Ward as the interim chancellor for UW-Green Bay. If approved […]

  43. UW-Parkside chancellor finalists named

    April 30, 2008

    MADISON, Wis. – University of Wisconsin System President Kevin P. Reilly today announced four finalists who are being considered for the position of chancellor at UW-Parkside. A 19-member search and […]

  44. UW-Green Bay Chancellor to take post in Washington

    Reilly praises Shepard’s accomplishments, moves to appoint search committee

    April 23, 2008

    MADISON, Wis. — University of Wisconsin-Green Bay Chancellor Bruce Shepard today announced that he is the preferred candidate to become the next president of Western Washington University. If confirmed by […]

  45. UW-Whitewater chancellor finalists named

    April 21, 2008

    MADISON, Wis. —University of Wisconsin System President Kevin P. Reilly today announced five finalists who are being considered for the position of chancellor at UW-Whitewater. A 22-member search and screen […]

  46. Wisconsin advances in Lumina Foundation’s “Making Opportunity Affordable” grant process

    April 11, 2008

    MADISON, Wis. — University of Wisconsin System President Kevin P. Reilly announced today that Wisconsin has advanced to the next phase of the “Making Opportunity Affordable” grant program, funded by […]

  47. UW System accountability report shows progress

    University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents April Meeting Day Two News Summary

    April 11, 2008

    UW System Kevin P. Reilly will hold briefing at state capitol The University of Wisconsin System met or partially met 19 of its 20 goals last year, according to the […]

  48. Regents, students agree on need for financial aid

    University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents April Meeting Day One News Summary

    April 10, 2008

    Reilly announces plan for statewide fundraising campaign The Board of Regents this month engaged student leaders in a discussion about priorities for the upcoming 2009-11 biennial budget. The Board will […]

  49. UW-River Falls Chancellor takes post in Oklahoma

    Reilly praises Chancellor Don Betz, names interim leadership for campus

    April 8, 2008

    MADISON, Wis. — University of Wisconsin-River Falls Chancellor Don Betz today announced that he will leave the campus at the end of June to become president of Northeastern State University […]

  50. UW System accountability report shows progress

    More students are completing degrees, and taking fewer credits to do so

    April 4, 2008

    MADISON, Wis. — The University of Wisconsin System met or partially met 19 of its 20 goals last year, according to its annual accountability report, Achieving Excellence. The new report […]

  51. Statement from UW System President Kevin P. Reilly on the passing of Regent Emeritus Milton McPike

    March 31, 2008

    “Milt McPike committed his life to inspiring generations of Wisconsin students to enrich their lives and communities through education. He understood deeply the importance of access to quality education and […]

  52. Statement from UW System President Kevin P. Reilly regarding the Board of Regents’ March 6 discussion on tuition and financial aid

    March 7, 2008

    MADISON, Wis. –  “Yesterday, the University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents took time out of their normal schedule to engage in a lengthy discussion about the future of public […]

  53. Regents devote one-day meeting to strategic issues

    March 6, 2008

    The University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents met for a one-day meeting on March 6, devoting most of the discussion to broad discussions about two strategic issues – the […]

  54. UW undergraduate students to showcase research in Capitol Rotunda

    March 3, 2008

    MADISON, Wis. –More than 80 of the University of Wisconsin System’s best and brightest undergraduate students will fill the Capitol Rotunda this week to share original research findings with legislators, […]

  55. UW System Regents to discuss strategic issues related to affordability and access

    February 29, 2008

    MADISON, Wis. – The University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents will devote a one-day meeting next week to broad discussions about the future of public higher education. As part […]

  56. UW System seeks comment on conduct rules

    February 25, 2008

    MADISON, Wis. – The University of Wisconsin System today invited public comment on recommended changes to state rules regarding student conduct and conduct on university property. The primary goal of […]

  57. Statement on the NIU Tragedy

    February 15, 2008

    By UW System President Kevin P. Reilly “On behalf of the University of Wisconsin System’s 26 campuses and 170,000 students, we extend our deepest condolences to the students, faculty, and […]

  58. UW-Parkside Chancellor Search Committee Named

    February 11, 2008

    MADISON, Wis. –University of Wisconsin System President Kevin P. Reilly today appointed a 19-member search committee to help identify a new chancellor for UW-Parkside. Chancellor John P. (Jack) Keating announced […]

  59. Regents urged to stay vigilant in a financially unsure time

    University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents February Meeting Day Two News Summary

    February 8, 2008

    The Regents began their second day with a report from Regent President Mark Bradley, in which he reflected on items about higher education and the economy from Gov. Doyle’s State […]

  60. President Reilly unveils Growth Agenda Action Steps

    University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents February Meeting Day One News Summary

    February 7, 2008

    UW System President Kevin P. Reilly commenced the year’s first Board of Regents meeting with a sampling of proposed initiatives aimed at strategically framing the UW System’s Growth Agenda for […]

  61. UW System President presents Growth Agenda Action Steps to Regents

    Strategic planning process produces broad framework and specific actions

    February 7, 2008

    MADISON, Wis. – University of Wisconsin System Kevin P. Reilly today presented ten proposed initiatives that will support the Growth Agenda for Wisconsin – the university’s effort to produce more […]

  62. 2008 Alliant Energy/Erroll B. Davis Jr. Achievement Award Recipients Announced

    February 6, 2008

    MADISON, Wis—Four University of Wisconsin System students will receive this year’s Alliant Energy/Erroll B. Davis Jr. Achievement Awards, recognizing outstanding scholarship and community service. Tyrus S. Cartwright of UW-Madison is […]

  63. UW-Parkside chancellor to step down in August

    After 10 years of leadership, Keating will leave the campus on a solid foundation

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    January 17, 2008

    KENOSHA, Wis. – Chancellor John P. (Jack) Keating, the fifth chancellor of the University of Wisconsin-Parkside, announced today that he will step down in August 2008 after leading the campus […]

  64. UW-Madison Chancellor Search Committee Named

    January 14, 2008

    MADISON, Wis. – University of Wisconsin System President Kevin P. Reilly today appointed a 23-member search committee to help identify a new chancellor for the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Chancellor John […]

  65. Statement from UW System President Kevin P. Reilly on the passing of Governor Lee S. Dreyfus

    January 3, 2008

    ” Wisconsin has lost a great leader and educational pioneer with the passing of Governor Lee Dreyfus. Few people have made such varied and lasting contributions to the University of […]