News - February 2009

  1. Winners of Regents Diversity Awards announced

    February 26, 2009

    MADISON, Wis. – The University of Wisconsin Board of Regents will honor the first-ever winners of its Regents Diversity Awards on March 5 in Madison.  The awards program was established […]

  2. UW System Board of Regents to hold public hearing on rules

    February 20, 2009

    MADISON, Wis. – The University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents is inviting public comment on recommended changes to university rules regarding student conduct and conduct on university property. The […]

  3. UW works to protect more students from tuition increases while facing daunting financial challenges

    February 17, 2009

    MADISON, Wis. – For the first time, the University of Wisconsin System and the Governor have worked together on a plan to cover tuition increases for families with need who […]

  4. UW System applauds federal investment in higher education

    February 17, 2009

    MADISON – University of Wisconsin System President Kevin P. Reilly released the following statement regarding the federal economic stimulus package signed today by President Obama: “We are pleased that our […]

  5. In spite of downturn, UW System focused on long-term goals

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

    February 6, 2009

    MADISON – In a time of uncertain budget prospects, UW System President Kevin P. Reilly reiterated the university’s intent to stand by the goals spelled out in the Growth Agenda […]

  6. Regents hear progress on Growth Agenda Action Steps

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

    February 5, 2009

    MADISON – The UW System Board of Regents began its Thursday meeting with a comprehensive progress report on the Growth Agenda Action Steps, derived one year ago from a strategic […]

  7. 2009 Alliant Energy/Erroll B. Davis Jr. Achievement Award Recipients Announced

    February 5, 2009

    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. Tera Burr of UW-Platteville […]

  8. New sources of financial aid help keep college affordable

    February 5, 2009

    MADISON, Wis. – With families wondering if they can afford college, new private and public investments are providing additional financial aid for students. In a presentation to the University of […]