News - November 2012

  1. UW System unveils first Flexible Option degree programs

    Students will demonstrate competency based on variety of learning experiences

    November 28, 2012

    MILWAUKEE, Wis. – The University of Wisconsin System announced today the first degree programs that will be offered under its innovative UW Flexible Option starting in Fall 2013. The UW […]

  2. University of Wisconsin-La Crosse to develop math MOOC to boost college readiness and success

    November 13, 2012

    MADISON, Wis. – University of Wisconsin System officials today announced that UW-La Crosse will lead the development of a new “massive open online course” – MOOC – at the developmental […]

  3. Workforce gaps create new challenges for higher education – News Summary

    University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents November Meeting News Summary

    November 8, 2012

    MADISON, Wis. – The economic purposes of higher education are both crucial and growing in American society, an expert on higher education and economic development told the University of Wisconsin […]

  4. John and Tashia Morgridge honored by Regents for their distinguished service to UW System

    November 7, 2012

    Madison, Wis. – The Board of Regents will honor John and Tashia Morgridge on Thursday with its inaugural Regents’ Award for Distinguished Service to the University of Wisconsin System. The […]