News - May 2021

  1. More than 1,000 nursing and pharmacy students receive tuition credit for providing vaccinations during pandemic

    UW System extending program through summer

    May 28, 2021

    MADISON, Wis.—More than 1,000 nursing and pharmacy students across the University of Wisconsin System have provided COVID-19 vaccinations and earned a $500 tuition credit while also receiving valuable work experience, […]

  2. Statement: UW System statements on state budget proposal

    May 27, 2021

    MADISON, Wis. – University of Wisconsin System President Tommy Thompson issued this statement today: “By not extending the $45 million annual budget reduction and by not further mandating a tuition […]

  3. Dr. Maria Gallo named new Chancellor of UW-River Falls

    Appointment takes effect July 15, 2021

    May 11, 2021

    MADISON, Wis.—Dr. Maria Gallo, President of Delaware Valley University in Doylestown, Pa., has been named the 20th Chancellor of the University of Wisconsin–River Falls. The University of Wisconsin System Board […]

  4. UW System campuses preparing for return of precollege and youth programs this summer

    May 6, 2021

    MADISON, Wis.—University of Wisconsin System universities are preparing for the return of precollege and youth programs to campuses this summer with safety protocols in place and in consultation with local […]

  5. Investment in UW System capital projects would increase STEM and health graduates, accelerate business growth in local communities

    May 4, 2021

    MADISON, Wis.—The University of Wisconsin System is seeking investment in campus infrastructure that would modernize classroom and lab space; lead to an increase in science, engineering, technology, mathematics (STEM) and […]