News 2019
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UW System Presidential Search Committee seeks public input
Consultation with university leadership, faculty, and staff underway
December 13, 2019
MADISON, Wis.—The University of Wisconsin System Presidential Search Committee invites faculty, staff, and students, along with members of the public, to provide input on the presidential search through an online […]
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Wisconsin’s higher education partners hold statewide Equity in the Classroom Conference
December 6, 2019
MADISON, Wis.—Approximately 500 college and university instructors attended today’s Equity in the Classroom Conference, which took place at Madison College with keynote presentations livestreamed to four additional sites across the […]
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UW System puts focus on expanding college opportunities for nontraditional students (day 2 news summary)
December 6, 2019
WHITEWATER, Wis.—The University of Wisconsin System is expanding opportunities for adult learners. At today’s UW System Board of Regents meeting at UW-Whitewater, the Regents heard about the education options that […]
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UW System expands opportunities for adult learners
December 6, 2019
MADISON, Wis.—The University of Wisconsin System is expanding opportunities for adult learners. At today’s UW System Board of Regents meeting at UW-Whitewater, the regents heard about the education options that […]
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News Around the UW System – December 2019
December 6, 2019
Report to the Board of Regents What started as a pen-pal project between UW-Whitewater students and 2nd graders in Beloit, Wis., has transformed into an award-winning mentorship program. The Little […]
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UW-Whitewater mission is to inspire, engage, and transform lives (day 1 news summary)
December 5, 2019
WHITEWATER, Wis.—Now in its 151st year, the University of Wisconsin–Whitewater continues to “inspire, engage and transform” the lives of students, faculty and staff – as well as the community, state, […]
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UW System highlights UW-Whitewater’s new Economic Impact Report in latest stop on the All In Wisconsin tour
The statewide All In Wisconsin tour is aimed at demonstrating the value that UW System brings to Wisconsin
December 5, 2019
MADISON, Wis.—University of Wisconsin System President Ray Cross and Regent President Andrew S. Petersen joined UW-Whitewater Chancellor Dwight Watson at UW-Whitewater today for the eighth stop of UW System’s All […]
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Katherine P. Frank named new chancellor of UW-Stout
Appointment takes effect March 1
November 26, 2019
MADISON, Wis.—Dr. Katherine P. Frank, Vice President of Academic Innovation and Professor of English at Central Washington University in Ellensburg, Wash., has been named the eighth Chancellor of the University of […]
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UW System applauds signing of AB 38 into law
November 21, 2019
MADISON, Wis.—A new bipartisan law passed by the Legislature and signed today by Gov. Tony Evers will streamline the process by which University of Wisconsin System faculty members can enter […]
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UW System’s All In Wisconsin tour visits western Wisconsin
November 20, 2019
MADISON, Wis.—University of Wisconsin System President Ray Cross, Regent President Andrew S. Petersen, and Regents Jason Plante, Cris Peterson, Edmund Manydeeds III, and Karen Walsh joined UW-Eau Claire Chancellor James […]
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UW System and Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation introduce online “how to” Talent Generator
New online tool will help businesses start successful internship programs
November 12, 2019
EAU CLAIRE, Wis.—To make it easier for businesses to launch their own internship programs, the University of Wisconsin System and the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) have introduced the Talent […]
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Impacts of UW System research are significant, wide-ranging (news summary)
November 7, 2019
MADISON, Wis.—From the prestigious Research I designation earned by UW-Madison and UW-Milwaukee to the purposeful research at the 11 comprehensive universities, the University of Wisconsin System’s research infrastructure is robust […]
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Regents focus on impact of UW System research
November 7, 2019
MADISON, Wis.—Every day across Wisconsin’s public universities, researchers are on the verge of the next big breakthrough. From the prestigious Research I designation earned by UW-Madison and UW-Milwaukee to the […]
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UW-Stout chancellor finalists named
November 1, 2019
MADISON, Wis.—University of Wisconsin System President Ray Cross today announced four finalists for the position of chancellor at University of Wisconsin–Stout in Menomonie, Wis. A 10-member Search and Screen Committee, […]
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UW System presidential search committee named
November 1, 2019
MADISON, Wis.—Andrew S. Petersen, President of the University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents, today appointed a nine-member Search and Screen Committee to help identify a successor to UW System […]
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UW-Stevens Point hosts UW System’s All In Wisconsin tour
October 30, 2019
MADISON, Wis.—University of Wisconsin System President Ray Cross, along with Regents Mike Jones, Karen Walsh, and Olivia Woodmansee, joined UW-Stevens Point Chancellor Bernie Patterson for a series of events at […]
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UW System honors achievements of LGBTQ+ advocates and their allies across UW System
13 honorees of 2019 Dr. P.B. Poorman Award for Outstanding Achievement on Behalf of LGBTQ+ People
October 28, 2019
MADISON, Wis.—The University of Wisconsin System has announced the 13 honorees of the 2019 Dr. P.B. Poorman Award for Outstanding Achievement on Behalf of LGBTQ+ People, an annual honor given […]
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UW System honors Outstanding Women of Color in Education Award recipients for 2019
October 28, 2019
MADISON, Wis. – The University of Wisconsin System has announced the 13 recipients of the 2019 Outstanding Women of Color in Education Award, an annual honor given to faculty, staff, […]
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UW System, Alliant Energy recognize outstanding students, teachers for 2019
October 25, 2019
MADISON, Wis.—Five University of Wisconsin System students and three teachers are being recognized today by the UW System and Alliant Energy Foundation for their outstanding achievements. The Alliant Energy/Erroll B. […]
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Statements on the announced retirement of UW System President Ray Cross
October 25, 2019
MADISON, Wis.—University of Wisconsin System President Ray Cross announced today his intention to retire. See statements below regarding this announcement. Updates will be posted below. “The University of Wisconsin […]
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UW System President Cross announces plans to retire
October 25, 2019
MADISON, Wis.—University of Wisconsin System President Ray Cross announced today his intention to retire, capping off his 42-year career in higher education. Cross, 71, will continue to serve as UW […]
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UW System’s All In Wisconsin tour visits UW-Oshkosh
October 22, 2019
MADISON, Wis.—University of Wisconsin System President Ray Cross, Regent President Andrew S. Petersen, and Regents José Delgado and Becky Levzow joined UW-Oshkosh Chancellor Andrew Leavitt for a series of events […]
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UW System preliminary 2019 enrollment drops slightly in wake of demographic trends
October 17, 2019
MADISON, Wis.—Reflecting state and national demographic trends, the University of Wisconsin System’s preliminary enrollment for fall 2019 is 167,186 students, an overall 2.6 percent decline from last year. Nationally, higher […]
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UW System’s Math Initiative aims to improve overall student success (day 2 news summary)
October 11, 2019
SUPERIOR, Wis. – Traditional introductory math courses present one of the most significant barriers to degree completion for students in virtually all fields of study, but the University of Wisconsin […]
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UW System Math Initiative focused on student success
October 11, 2019
MADISON, Wis.—The University of Wisconsin System Math Initiative has brought mathematics faculty, data analysts, advisors, administrators, and others together for a singular purpose: to support timely completion of introductory mathematics […]
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Regents hear about innovative, influential Literacy Link project
October 11, 2019
MADISON, Wis. – The University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents heard a presentation from Ashland and Bayfield counties on The Literacy Link, a UW System–funded pilot project that connects […]
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UW System’s All In Wisconsin tour visits UW-Superior
October 11, 2019
MADISON, Wis.—University of Wisconsin System President Ray Cross and Regent President Andrew S. Petersen joined UW-Superior Chancellor Renée Wachter for a breakfast with business and community leaders to discuss myriad […]
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News Around the UW System – October 2019
October 11, 2019
Report to the Board of Regents U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin recently toured UW-Superior’s new ballast water treatment facility at the Lake Superior Research Institute. This one-of-a-kind facility gives researchers access […]
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Dairy Innovation Hub to harness expertise of UW System’s three agricultural programs (day 1 news summary)
October 10, 2019
SUPERIOR, Wis. – From improving human nutrition to assuring clean water to growing the farm economy while caring for animals, the Dairy Innovation Hub will harness the intellectual and creative […]
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UW System Board of Regents approves resolution recognizing UW-Superior freshwater research
Lake Superior Research Institute helping Wisconsin become Silicon Valley of Water
October 10, 2019
SUPERIOR, Wis.—The University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents today unanimously approved a resolution of appreciation recognizing the outstanding research conducted by UW-Superior’s Lake Superior Research Institute (LSRI) and Great […]
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UW Dairy Innovation Hub seeks solutions to challenges facing Wisconsin dairy industry
Agriculture deans to address Board of Regents on Thursday at UW-Superior
October 9, 2019
MADISON, Wis.—From improving human nutrition to assuring clean water to growing the farm economy while caring for animals, the Dairy Innovation Hub will harness the intellectual and creative power of […]
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UW-Superior freshwater facility benefits Great Lakes, student research, and economic development
By Ray Cross, President, University of Wisconsin System and Renée Wachter, Chancellor, University of Wisconsin–Superior
October 7, 2019
For over 50 years, UW-Superior has been a leader in advanced research on freshwater bodies like Lake Superior and the other Great Lakes. From endangered species monitoring to beach and […]
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UW System continues All In Wisconsin tour at UW-La Crosse
October 2, 2019
MADISON, Wis.— University of Wisconsin System President Ray Cross, Regent President Andrew S. Petersen, and Regents Cris Peterson, Jason Plante, and Olivia Woodmansee joined UW-La Crosse Chancellor Joe Gow for […]
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UW System President Ray Cross Statement on Joint Finance Committee vote
October 2, 2019
MADISON, Wis. – University of Wisconsin System President Ray Cross issued this statement today after the vote of the Joint Finance Committee to release $45 million in funding to the […]
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UW-Green Bay Chancellor Search and Screen Committee named
September 13, 2019
MADISON, Wis.—University of Wisconsin System President Ray Cross and Board of Regents President Andrew S. Petersen have finalized a 13-member Search and Screen Committee to help identify the next chancellor […]
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UW System brings All In Wisconsin tour to UW-River Falls
September 12, 2019
MADISON, Wis.—University of Wisconsin System President Ray Cross and Regent Cris Peterson joined UW-River Falls Chancellor Dean Van Galen for a series of events at UW-River Falls today in the […]
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UW Extended Campus to launch two online Master of Science programs in Applied Biotechnology and Information Technology Management
The graduate programs are now accepting applications for the spring semester, which starts January 2020
September 11, 2019
MADISON, Wis.—UW Extended Campus, in partnership with several University of Wisconsin System campuses, will offer two new online Master of Science degrees in Applied Biotechnology and Information Technology Management, starting […]
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UW System launches All In Wisconsin tour at UW-Parkside
September 9, 2019
MADISON, Wis.— University of Wisconsin System President Ray Cross, Regent President Andrew S. Petersen, and Regent Janice Mueller joined UW-Parkside Chancellor Deborah Ford for a series of events at UW-Parkside […]
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Cross names Sheryl L. Van Gruensven as interim chancellor of UW-Green Bay
August 29, 2019
MADISON, Wis. – University of Wisconsin System President Ray Cross has named Sheryl L. Van Gruensven as the interim chancellor of UW-Green Bay. Van Gruensven is the institution’s vice chancellor […]
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UW System President Ray Cross Statement on UW-Green Bay Chancellor Gary Miller
Chancellor Miller named president of University of Akron
August 14, 2019
MADISON, Wis. – University of Wisconsin System President Ray Cross issued this statement today: “Gary has been an effective leader as UW-Green Bay’s Chancellor, helping grow enrollment while elevating UW-Green […]
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Anny Morrobel-Sosa named Vice President for Academic and Student Affairs
August 6, 2019
MADISON, Wis.— University of Wisconsin System President Ray Cross today announced that Anny Morrobel-Sosa has accepted his offer to serve as Vice President for Academic and Student Affairs. She begins […]
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Aaron Seligman named Director of UW System’s Office of Educational Opportunity
July 18, 2019
MADISON, Wis.—University of Wisconsin System President Ray Cross today announced the appointment of Aaron Seligman as the UW System’s new Director of the Office of Educational Opportunity (OEO), effective August […]
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UW System promotes student success, drives Wisconsin economy
By Andrew S. Petersen, President, Board of Regents, University of Wisconsin System
July 15, 2019
As the newly elected president of the Board of Regents, here’s my pledge: I will continue to be a tenacious advocate for the University of Wisconsin System. The UW System […]
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Regent President Petersen calls for campaign to showcase UW System value (day 2 news summary)
July 12, 2019
MADISON, Wis. – Andrew (Drew) S. Petersen, the new President of the University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents, announced Friday the launch of an aggressive, statewide campaign to spotlight […]
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News Around the UW System – July 2019
July 12, 2019
Report to the Board of Regents UW-Oshkosh art students in a digital fabrication class recently gained real-world professional experience working with one of the community’s most prestigious employers, Oshkosh Defense. […]
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Regents approve UW System annual budget (day 1 news summary)
July 11, 2019
MADISON, Wis.–The University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents unanimously voted to approve a $6.382 billion annual operating budget for 2019-20 at its meeting Thursday in Madison. In introducing the […]
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UW System reviewing student behavioral health services
Recommendations to be made in early 2020
July 11, 2019
MADISON, Wis.—The University of Wisconsin System announced Thursday that it is assessing student behavioral health needs and existing services at its 13 universities with an eye toward recommending additional approaches […]
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UW System empowers small business innovation
July 11, 2019
MADISON, Wis.—The University of Wisconsin System empowers innovation in all corners of the state. In the last five years, the UW System’s network of Small Business Development Centers helped companies […]
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UW System statement on governor’s budget signing
July 3, 2019
MADISON, Wis. – University of Wisconsin System President Ray Cross issued this statement today: “Today’s budget signing by Governor Evers exemplifies his commitment to our public universities by ensuring that […]
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UW System statement on legislature’s budget vote
June 26, 2019
MADISON, Wis. – University of Wisconsin System President Ray Cross issued this statement today: “The budget passed by the legislature makes a significant long-term investment in our campus infrastructure that will […]
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UW System promotes “15 to Finish” campaign
Taking 15 credits per semester can help students graduate on time
June 25, 2019
MADISON, Wis.—Across the University of Wisconsin System, incoming freshman students are hearing a new phrase: “15 to Finish.” It’s the idea that taking 15 credits each semester or 30 credits […]
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UW System Statements on Joint Finance Committee capital budget vote
June 11, 2019
MADISON, Wis. – University of Wisconsin System President Ray Cross issued this statement today: “I deeply appreciate the Joint Finance Committee’s very strong investment in the University of Wisconsin System’s […]
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Regents honors winners of 2019 Academic Staff Excellence Awards (day 2 news summary)
June 7, 2019
MILWAUKEE, Wis. – The University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents honored this year’s recipients of the Academic Staff Excellence Awards at its meeting today. These awards recognize exceptional service […]
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UW System Board of Regents elects new board leadership
Drew Petersen to serve as next Regents’ president
June 7, 2019
MILWAUKEE, Wis.—The University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents on Friday elected Drew Petersen to a one-year term as president. The vote was unanimous. Petersen, who earned an MBA from […]
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News Around the UW System – June 2019
June 7, 2019
Report to the Board of Regents Over 1,200 Milwaukee-area employers are giving students real-world experiences, helping to expand their skillsets and make important connections. By the time they graduate, nearly […]
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President Cross: UW System meeting the needs of Wisconsin (day 1 news summary)
June 6, 2019
MILWAUKEE, Wis. – For a future that includes a dynamic, healthy state economy, the University of Wisconsin System is the answer. That was the message of UW System leadership at […]
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UW System forms Freshwater Collaborative of Wisconsin
The Freshwater Collaborative is designed to meet the pressing needs of freshwater access and security
June 6, 2019
MILWAUKEE, Wis. – University of Wisconsin System institutions told the Board of Regents on Thursday that they are developing the nation’s most significant, integrated, multi-campus higher education program to meet […]
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Regents’ 2019 Academic Staff Excellence Awards announced
Educators in Green Bay, River Falls, and Kenosha recognized for work to support student success
June 3, 2019
MADISON, Wis.—The University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents will honor this year’s recipients of the Academic Staff Excellence Awards at its next meeting in Milwaukee on June 7. These […]
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President Cross Statement on Joint Finance Committee budget vote
May 28, 2019
MADISON, Wis. – University of Wisconsin System President Ray Cross issued this statement today: “Today’s vote was a missed opportunity and shortsighted. The UW System is the best investment the state […]
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Dwight C. Watson named new chancellor of UW-Whitewater
Appointment takes effect Aug. 1
May 23, 2019
MADISON, Wis.—Dr. Dwight C. Watson, Provost and Vice President of Academic and Student Affairs at Southwest Minnesota State University, has been named the 17th Chancellor of the University of Wisconsin–Whitewater. […]
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State, taxpayer investment boosts UW System as economic driver, talent pipeline
By Ryan Ring, Regent, University of Wisconsin System
May 17, 2019
I would not be where I am today if it were not for the University of Wisconsin System. This month I will earn my diploma from the University of Wisconsin-Eau […]
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UW-Whitewater chancellor finalist candidate Way withdraws
May 16, 2019
MADISON, Wis.—UW-Whitewater chancellor finalist candidate Philip K. Way has withdrawn from consideration for the position. The meeting of the Special Regent Committee scheduled for Friday will proceed as planned.
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UW System graduates invaluable to Wisconsin communities, economy
By Ray Cross, President, University of Wisconsin System
May 7, 2019
As Wisconsin policymakers craft the next state budget, I urge them to consider the invaluable benefits the University of Wisconsin System brings to all parts of the state. The governor […]
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UW-Whitewater chancellor finalist withdraws
May 6, 2019
MADISON, Wis.—UW-Whitewater chancellor finalist candidate Guiyou Huang has withdrawn from consideration for the position. All public events related to Huang’s visit are cancelled. He was scheduled to visit the Whitewater […]
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UW-Whitewater chancellor finalists named
April 30, 2019
MADISON, Wis.—University of Wisconsin System President Ray Cross today announced four finalists for the position of chancellor at UW-Whitewater. An 11-member search and screen committee, led by Regent Tracey Klein […]
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Research in the Rotunda showcases student research
By Ray Cross, President, University of Wisconsin System
April 18, 2019
Nearly 130 outstanding undergraduates from across the University of Wisconsin System this week filled the Capitol Rotunda to share findings from the important research they have conducted over the past […]
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UW System undergraduates showcase research in Capitol Rotunda in 16th annual event
April 17, 2019
MADISON, Wis.—Students across the University of Wisconsin System showcased their innovative undergraduate research today at the UW System’s 16th annual Research in the Rotunda event in the State Capitol. The […]
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UW System joins national effort to prevent sexual harassment in higher education
The Action Collaborative is convened by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine
April 10, 2019
MADISON, Wis. – The University of Wisconsin System is joining more than two dozen other institutions and the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (NASEM) to form the Action […]
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UW System commits to developing a Tribal consultation policy with the Native Nations in Wisconsin
Wisconsin is home to 12 Native Nations
April 8, 2019
MADISON, Wis. – To strengthen relationships with the Native Nations of Wisconsin, the University of Wisconsin System has committed to creating and implementing a Tribal consultation policy that will guide […]
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Regents honor recipients of Teaching Excellence Awards (day 2 news summary)
April 5, 2019
MADISON, Wis. – The University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents honored today the recipients of the 2019 Regents’ Teaching Excellence Awards, which mark their 27th anniversary this year. The […]
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UW-Stout Chancellor Search and Screen Committee named
April 5, 2019
MADISON, Wis. – University of Wisconsin System President Ray Cross and Board of Regents President John Robert Behling have finalized a 10-member Search and Screen Committee to help identify the […]
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Board of Regents approves two new online Master of Science degree programs
New graduate degree programs in Applied Biotechnology and Information Technology Management to address industry demand for skilled professionals
April 5, 2019
MADISON, Wis.—The University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents has granted its approval to offer two new online Master of Science degrees: one in Applied Biotechnology and one in Information […]
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News Around the UW System – April 2019
April 5, 2019
Report to the Board of Regents Through the hard work and initiative of UW-Oshkosh senior Brianna Langs, the campus welcomed a prominent national speaker in March to kick off Women’s […]
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Regents focus attention on rising student behavioral health challenges (day 1 news summary)
April 4, 2019
MADISON, Wis. – Reflecting national trends, the number of students in the University of Wisconsin System seeking help for behavioral health issues has increased dramatically over the last decade. As […]
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Regents focus attention on student behavioral health challenges
April 4, 2019
MADISON, Wis. – Reflecting national trends, the number of students in the University of Wisconsin System seeking help for behavioral health issues has increased dramatically over the last decade. As […]
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UW System restructuring reaches key milestones
April 4, 2019
(Updated) MADISON, Wis.–University of Wisconsin System President Ray Cross today announced the System has achieved key milestones in its ambitious campus restructuring. The first achievement is a successful accreditation review […]
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Regents honor outstanding UW System teachers for 2019
Educators in Whitewater, River Falls, and Eau Claire recognized with Regents’ top teaching award
April 1, 2019
MADISON, Wis. – The UW System Board of Regents will honor the 27th annual winners of its Teaching Excellence Awards at the next Regents meeting, April 5 in Madison. The […]
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UW System announces teacher task force public listening sessions, seeks public input
Task force will develop recommendations to better meet Wisconsin’s need for more teachers and school leaders
March 29, 2019
MADISON, Wis. – The UW System Task Force for Advancing Teachers and School Leaders in the State of Wisconsin seeks public input and invites the public to attend three listening […]
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UW-Stout Chancellor Search and Screen Committee forming
March 25, 2019
MADISON, Wis. – In accordance with Regent Policy Document 6-4, the University of Wisconsin System is seeking nominations for the Search and Screen Committee to help identify the next chancellor […]
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President Cross Statement on State Building Commission votes
March 20, 2019
MADISON, Wis. – University of Wisconsin System President Ray Cross issued this statement today: “Today’s votes do not diminish the need for a reinvestment in our repair and renovation projects […]
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UW System partner Fund for Wisconsin Scholars improves lives
By Ray Cross, President, University of Wisconsin System
March 15, 2019
One of the pleasures of leading the University of Wisconsin System is listening to students describe how our campuses have improved their lives. I had another reminder of that at […]
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Provost Guilfoile appointed UW-Stout interim chancellor
March 11, 2019
MADISON, Wis. – University of Wisconsin System President Ray Cross announced today that Patrick Guilfoile has agreed to serve as UW-Stout’s interim Chancellor. Guilfoile, Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic […]
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UW System launching advising initiative to increase student success (news summary)
March 7, 2019
MADISON, Wis. – The University of Wisconsin System is changing the way it delivers student advising to help ensure student success, especially for underrepresented students of color, first-generation students, and […]
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President Cross Statement on Governor’s Proposed Capital Budget
March 7, 2019
MADISON, Wis. – University of Wisconsin System President Ray Cross issued this statement today: “We appreciate that the Governor recognizes many of the challenges in facility repair, renovation, and replacement […]
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UW System enhances efforts to address achievement gaps
March 7, 2019
MADISON, Wis. – The University of Wisconsin System is enhancing its efforts to ensure student success – especially for underrepresented students of color, first-generation students, and low-income students – by […]
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UW System’s Regent Scholar grant recipients to be honored for research, innovation, entrepreneurship
March 6, 2019
MADISON, Wis. – The University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents will recognize recipients of the 2019 Regent Scholar grants at its March 7 meeting in Madison. The Regent Scholar […]
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Statements on the retirement of UW-Stout Chancellor Bob Meyer
March 4, 2019
MADISON, Wis. – University of Wisconsin–Stout Chancellor Robert (Bob) Meyer announced on Monday that he will step down as of August 18, 2019. University of Wisconsin System President Ray Cross: […]
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President Cross Statement on Budget Address
February 28, 2019
MADISON, Wis. – University of Wisconsin System President Ray Cross issued this statement today: “We applaud Governor Evers’ enthusiastic commitment to funding higher education and the University of Wisconsin System. […]
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Regents recognize 11th annual Diversity Awards recipients (day 2 news summary)
February 8, 2019
MADISON, Wis. – The University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents honored recipients of its 11th annual Diversity Awards Friday. These awards recognize individuals and programs that foster access and success […]
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Capacity-building initiatives will spur innovation and improve state’s talent pipeline, student success
February 8, 2019
MADISON, Wis. – Capacity-building Initiatives at University of Wisconsin System campuses are critical to the UW System’s goals of enhancing student success, improving the state’s talent pipeline, and spurring innovation. […]
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News Around the UW System – February 2019
February 8, 2019
Report to the Board of Regents Biomedical engineering undergraduates at UW-Madison work in teams over multiple semesters to solve real-world problems. Students recently showcased their work, including prototypes for bone […]
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Investments needed to repair, renovate aging UW System buildings (day 1 news summary)
February 7, 2019
MADISON, Wis. – More than half of the University of Wisconsin System’s buildings were built in the 1950s-70s, and many now require significant repair and renovation work to ensure continued […]
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Investments needed to repair, renovate aging UW System buildings
Maintenance now will reduce overall costs; ensure safety; and support teaching, learning, and research
February 7, 2019
MADISON, Wis. – More than half of the University of Wisconsin System’s buildings were built in the three decades starting in 1950, and many now require significant repair and renovation […]
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Record number of students earn degrees at UW System institutions
UW System students of color also graduate in record numbers
February 6, 2019
MADISON, Wis. – A record number of students graduated from the University of Wisconsin System in the 2017-18 academic year, according to figures released Wednesday on the System’s innovative Accountability […]
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Regents’ 2019 Diversity Awards recipients announced
Educators in Eau Claire, Milwaukee, and Oshkosh recognized for work to support student success
February 4, 2019
MADISON, Wis. – The University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents will honor the recipients of the 11th annual Regents’ Diversity Awards on February 8 in Madison at the next […]
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Flexible Option Business Administration bachelor’s degree now offered through UW-Parkside
Online program empowers busy adult learners to progress at their own pace
February 1, 2019
(Revised February 2, 2019) MADISON, Wis. — The University of Wisconsin–Parkside is now offering a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) degree in the self-paced, competency-based UW Flexible Option […]
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UW System studies teacher education enrollments, incentives
Task Force for Advancing Teachers and School Leaders will develop recommendations
January 25, 2019
MADISON, Wis. – The University of Wisconsin System is pleased to announce the creation of a task force to help identify how UW System institutions can better meet Wisconsin’s need […]
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UW-Whitewater Chancellor Search and Screen Committee named
January 22, 2019
MADISON, Wis. – University of Wisconsin System President Ray Cross and Board of Regents President John Robert Behling appointed an 11-member Search and Screen Committee to help identify the next […]
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Statement on inauguration of Gov. Tony Evers and newly elected state legislative officials
January 7, 2019
MADISON, Wis. – University of Wisconsin System President Ray Cross issued this statement today: “Congratulations to Governor Tony Evers on his inauguration and to members of the State Legislature as they […]