News 2024
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UW-Oshkosh Chancellor Search and Screen Committee Named
November 21, 2024
MADISON, Wis.—Amy B. Bogost, President of the University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents, and Jay Rothman, President of the Universities of Wisconsin, today appointed a 14-member Search and Screen Committee to help identify the next UW-Oshkosh (UWO) chancellor. Regent Ashok Rai will chair the Search and Screen Committee. Andrew Smock, Associate Professor, Department of […]
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Universities of Wisconsin fall 2024 enrollment up 1.2 percent, or 1,900 students
October 29, 2024
MADISON, Wis.—Fall 2024 enrollment at the Universities of Wisconsin rose by 1.2 percent, or 1,900 students, for a total of 164,431 students, according to official 10th day enrollment counts released today. It’s the second straight year of enrollment growth across Wisconsin’s 13 public universities. “Wisconsin students and parents continue to value a Universities of Wisconsin […]
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University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee Chancellor Search and Screen Committee named
October 25, 2024
MADISON, Wis.—Amy B. Bogost, President of the University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents, and Jay Rothman, President of the Universities of Wisconsin, today appointed a 16-member Search and Screen Committee to help identify the next UW-Milwaukee (UWM) chancellor. Regent Joan Prince will chair the Search and Screen Committee. Gillian Rodger, Chair and Professor, Department […]
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Universities of Wisconsin, Alliant Energy recognize outstanding students, instructors for 2024
October 24, 2024
MADISON, Wis.—Two Universities of Wisconsin students and four educators are being recognized today by the Universities of Wisconsin and Alliant Energy Foundation for their outstanding achievements. The Alliant Energy Erroll B. Davis, Jr. Achievement Awards recognize the outstanding academic and community-service efforts of students from traditionally underrepresented minority groups who are pursuing a degree in […]
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UWs leadership statements on announcement by UW Oshkosh Chancellor Andrew Leavitt
October 16, 2024
MADISON, Wis.—Universities of Wisconsin President Jay Rothman and UWs Board of Regents President Amy B. Bogost issued the following statements today regarding the announcement by UW Oshkosh Chancellor Andrew Leavitt. UWs Board of Regents President Amy B. Bogost: “Chancellor Leavitt has been committed to providing a top-notch student experience that emphasizes teaching and learning – […]
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Regents present 2024 University Staff Excellence Awards (day 1 news summary)
September 26, 2024
SOMERS, Wis. – The Board of Regents for the Universities of Wisconsin today honored the recipients of the fourth annual University Staff Excellence Awards at the board’s meeting hosted by UW-Parkside. These awards recognize exceptional service to the university and are the UWs’ highest recognition bestowed on members of their university staff. “Their outstanding work […]
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Regents announce University Staff Excellence Awards for 2024
Award honors staff at UW-La Crosse, UW-Platteville, UW-Stout for work supporting UWs mission
September 23, 2024
MADISON, Wis.—The University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents today announced the recipients of the University Staff Excellence Awards. These awards recognize exceptional service to the university and are the UWs highest recognition bestowed on members of its university staff. The 2024 recipients will be honored at the next Regents meeting, September 26. The awards, […]
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Universities of Wisconsin preliminary enrollment up overall despite federal student aid disruptions, lack of tuition promise, campus closures
Eight universities show enrollment growth
September 16, 2024
EDITOR’S NOTE: This news release corrects the 2025-27 state budget request amount. MADISON, Wis.—Enrollment at the Universities of Wisconsin (UWs) this fall increased by more than 1,000 students overall, including higher enrollments at eight universities, according to preliminary estimates based on first-day student counts. Listen: President Rothman audio message about preliminary enrollment The increase comes despite severe challenges […]
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Universities of Wisconsin faculty, staff, & students invited to apply for civil dialogue grants
September 11, 2024
MADISON, Wis.—The Wisconsin Institute for Citizenship and Civil Dialogue (WICCD) invites faculty, staff, and students at the Universities of Wisconsin (UWs) to apply for grants that enhance democracy through civil dialogue in a robust marketplace of ideas. WICCD offers grants each fall and spring in four areas: research, events and related activities, assessment, and curriculum […]
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Regents approve biennial budget request to help UWs move “Up to the Middle” (day 1 news summary)
August 22, 2024
MADISON, Wis. – The Board of Regents today voted unanimously to approve the Universities of Wisconsin’s operating budget request for the 2025-27 biennium. The $855 million request over two years would allow the state’s public universities to shed their ranking of 43rd of 50 states in public funding and reach the national median. “It’s time […]
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Universities of Wisconsin President Jay Rothman introduces budget request to get Wisconsin “Up to the Middle”
August 19, 2024
MADISON, Wis.—Universities of Wisconsin President Jay Rothman today proposed a 2025-27 budget request that would allow the state’s public universities to shed its ranking of 43rd of 50 states in public funding and reach the national median. The two-year request will be presented to the Board of Regents on Thursday. If approved, the request will […]
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Universities of Wisconsin release updated Facts & Trends document highlighting key data
Updated national numbers show Wisconsin still ranks 43rd of 50 states in state funding nationally for four-year higher education
August 7, 2024
MADISON, Wis.—The Universities of Wisconsin today published its latest Facts & Trends data book, a compendium of key statistics affecting the state’s 13 public universities including information on state funding trends, talent development and degree production, enrollment and participation rates, affordability and tuition, and infrastructure. “Facts & Trends describes the challenges facing our universities while […]
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The UWs are changing to meet challenges
By Jay Rothman, Universities of Wisconsin President
August 5, 2024
MADISON, Wis.—Last fall, I announced a new identity for Wisconsin’s 13 public universities – the Universities of Wisconsin. The goal was to shift the emphasis from our system to our universities, which create opportunities for students and improve communities all across our state. It’s been an exciting change that will take time to fully take […]
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Universities of Wisconsin announce Wisconsin Tuition Promise for 2025-26 cohort
August 2, 2024
MADISON, Wis.—Universities of Wisconsin President Jay Rothman today announced the Wisconsin Tuition Promise will fund a new cohort of students starting in fall 2025. Listen: President Rothman audio message about Wisconsin Tuition Promise Students who come from families earning $55,000 or less annually will be able to attend one of 11 UWs without having to […]
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President Rothman names veteran higher education leader Michael V. Martin as interim chancellor of UW-River Falls
August 1, 2024
MADISON, Wis.—Universities of Wisconsin President Jay Rothman today named veteran higher education leader Michael V. Martin as interim chancellor of UW-River Falls. The appointment takes effect Sept. 7. Martin will succeed Maria Gallo, who announced today that she will retire from UW-River Falls. “Mike Martin has extensive experience as a higher education leader and has […]
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UWs leadership statements on announcement by UW-River Falls Chancellor Maria Gallo
August 1, 2024
MADISON, Wis.—Universities of Wisconsin President Jay Rothman and UW System Board of Regents President Amy B. Bogost issued the following statements today regarding the announcement by UW-River Falls Chancellor Maria Gallo. UW System Board of Regents President Amy B. Bogost: “As the 20th leader of UW-River Falls, Chancellor Gallo remained focused on student success, affordability, […]
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University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents leadership issues statement regarding the suspension of student groups at UW-Milwaukee
July 31, 2024
MADISON, Wis.—University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents President Amy B. Bogost and Vice President Kyle Weatherly today issued this statement regarding the suspension of student groups at UW-Milwaukee: “The July 19 statement from the uwm4palicoaltion was on its face threatening and reprehensible, and it cannot be tolerated. The communication created fear among students, longstanding […]
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Direct Admit Wisconsin offers to be delivered next week to qualified high school seniors
July 24, 2024
MADISON, Wis.—High school seniors will begin receiving admissions offers from the Universities of Wisconsin next week under the new Direct Admit Wisconsin program, UWs President Jay Rothman announced today. Listen: President Rothman audio message about Direct Admit Wisconsin Wisconsin seniors who have met Direct Admit Wisconsin requirements will be notified of their Direct Admit offers […]
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Universities of Wisconsin President Jay Rothman statement on BioHealth Tech Hub award
July 3, 2024
MADISON, Wis.—Universities of Wisconsin President Jay Rothman issued this statement today on the BioHealth Tech Hub award announced this week: “The BioHealth Tech Hub will spark innovation in the area of personalized medicine and the Universities of Wisconsin are poised to help lead. I’m thrilled our universities have joined so many top-notch partners – in […]
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UWs leadership statements on announcement by UW-Milwaukee Chancellor Mark Mone
July 3, 2024
MADISON, Wis.—Universities of Wisconsin President Jay Rothman and UW System Board of Regents President Amy B. Bogost issued the following statements today regarding the announcement by UW-Milwaukee Chancellor Mark Mone. UW System Board of Regents President Amy B. Bogost: “Chancellor Mone has been an unwavering advocate for UW-Milwaukee, its students and the surrounding region. His […]
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Universities of Wisconsin announce interim vice presidents of Finance and Administration and of University Relations
July 2, 2024
MADISON, Wis.— Universities of Wisconsin (UWs) President Jay Rothman today announced two interim vice presidents. Rothman announced that Julie Gordon will serve as interim Vice President of Finance and Administration effective September 9, 2024. She will replace Sean Nelson, who has served as Vice President since May 24, 2017, and has recently announced his retirement. […]
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Regents announce Academic Staff Excellence Awards for 2024 (day 2 news summary)
June 7, 2024
MILWAUKEE – The Board of Regents today honored this year’s recipients of the Academic Staff Excellence Awards. These awards recognize exceptional service to the university and are the highest recognition bestowed by the Universities of Wisconsin on members of their academic staff. Award recipients are selected for superior performance resulting in significant contributions to the […]
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UW Board of Regents elects Regent Amy Blumenfeld Bogost as President and Regent Kyle Weatherly as Vice President
June 7, 2024
MADISON, Wis.—The University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents on Friday elected Regent Amy Bogost to a one-year term as President. Bogost, a graduate of UW-Madison and previously Regent Vice President, succeeds Karen Walsh, who has served as President since June 2022. Regents also elected Regent Kyle Weatherly as Vice President. Each June, the Board […]
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Regents approve annual operating budget for Universities of Wisconsin (day 1 news summary)
June 6, 2024
MILWAUKEE – The Board of Regents today approved the annual operating budget for the Universities of Wisconsin for 2024-25, the second year of the State of Wisconsin’s 2023-25 biennium. In summary, the expenditure budget for FY25 will increase by $474 million, or 6.3%, while the revenue budget will increase by $515 million, or just under […]
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Regents announce Academic Staff Excellence Awards for 2024
Educators at UW-Madison, UW Oshkosh, UW-Whitewater recognized for work to support student success
June 3, 2024
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 awards recognize exceptional service to the university and are the Universities of Wisconsin’s highest recognition bestowed on members of its academic staff. “This year’s award […]
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Universities of Wisconsin 2024-2025 Wisconsin Teaching Fellows & Scholars announced
May 23, 2024
MADISON, Wis.— Today, the Universities of Wisconsin announced the selection of the 2024–2025 Wisconsin Teaching Fellows & Scholars. This year’s program participants come from the Universities of Wisconsin’s 11 comprehensive universities and UW-Milwaukee. Wisconsin Teaching Fellows and Scholars (WTFS) must demonstrate excellent teaching skills and have a curiosity about student learning to be nominated by […]
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Statement from Universities of Wisconsin President Jay Rothman today regarding the enforcement action at UW-Madison
May 1, 2024
MADISON, Wis.—Universities of Wisconsin President Jay Rothman issued this statement today regarding the enforcement action at UW-Madison: “The free exchange of ideas through open dialogue and debate is a hallmark of the Universities of Wisconsin. We support the First Amendment and the right to free expression – including through legal protest – and we continue […]
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Regents recognize 2024 Teaching Excellence Award recipients (day 2 news summary)
April 5, 2024
PLATTEVILLE, Wis. – The Board of Regents for the Universities of Wisconsin today presented its 32nd annual Teaching Excellence Awards. The awards recognize outstanding career achievements in teaching and are the Universities of Wisconsin’s highest recognition for members of their faculty and instructional academic staff. “Exceptional teachers can have a transformational effect on their students, helping […]
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Board of Regents approves tuition increases for 2024-25 (day 1 news summary)
April 4, 2024
PLATTEVILLE, Wis. – The Universities of Wisconsin Board of Regents voted today to approve a 3.75 percent increase in tuition for resident undergraduates during the 2024–25 academic year, a rate similar to recent inflation. The new tuition rates increase tuition for the second straight year after 10 years of a tuition freeze. The total proposed […]
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Regents announce Teaching Excellence Awards for 2024
Educators at UW Oshkosh, UW-Stevens Point, and UW-Whitewater recognized with Regents’ top teaching award
April 1, 2024
MADISON, Wis.—The University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents today announced the recipients of its 32nd annual Teaching Excellence Awards. Recipients will be honored April 5 at the next Regents meeting. The awards recognize outstanding teaching and are the Board’s highest recognition for members of the Universities of Wisconsin faculty and instructional academic staff. Each […]
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Tuition for resident undergraduates would rise 3.75 percent in 2024–25 under proposal from Universities of Wisconsin President Jay Rothman
March 28, 2024
MADISON, Wis.—Universities of Wisconsin President Jay Rothman today announced his proposal to increase tuition for resident undergraduates by 3.75 percent during the 2024–25 academic year, a rate similar to recent inflation. Rothman also announced he has asked for an updated affordability review that will be available this fall. The 2022 review found that compared to […]
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Dr. James Beeby named new chancellor of UW-La Crosse
Appointment takes effect July 1
March 13, 2024
MADISON, Wis.—Dr. James Beeby, Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs at Keene State College in New Hampshire, has been named the next Chancellor of the University of Wisconsin–La Crosse. He is its 11th leader. The University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents today unanimously approved Beeby’s appointment, following a recommendation made by a selection […]
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Statement on Senate vote to reject two regents for confirmation
March 12, 2024
MADISON, Wis.—University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents President Karen Walsh issued this statement today regarding the Senate vote to reject two regents for confirmation: “From the moment I joined the Board of Regents in May 2019, its professionalism, camaraderie, and bipartisanship were evident. With appointments from both sides of the political aisle these past […]
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Universities of Wisconsin launch The Wisconsin Guarantee to implement new law
New admissions guarantee is one of several admissions pathways to Wisconsin’s 13 public universities
March 7, 2024
MADISON, Wis.—The Universities of Wisconsin today announced The Wisconsin Guarantee, which automatically admits the state’s top-performing students to the state’s 13 public universities in accordance with a new law. Under The Wisconsin Guarantee, students who rank in the top 5 percent of their class at the end of 11th grade will be eligible for automatic […]
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Universities of Wisconsin undergraduates showcase research in Capitol Rotunda at 20th annual event
March 6, 2024
MADISON, Wis.—Today, more than 150 outstanding undergraduate student researchers from across the Universities of Wisconsin, together with their faculty advisers, shared their research findings with state legislators, state business and nonprofit leaders, UW alumni, and other supporters at the UW’s 20th annual Research in the Rotunda event in the State Capitol. “Undergraduate student research helps […]
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Universities of Wisconsin student research to be featured in Capitol Rotunda on Wednesday, March 6
More than 150 undergraduate students from the Universities of Wisconsin will display and discuss their research findings at the Wisconsin Capitol
March 4, 2024
MADISON, Wis.—Outstanding undergraduate student researchers and their faculty advisers from across the Universities of Wisconsin will showcase their work Wednesday, March 6, at the UW’s annual Research in the Rotunda event at the state Capitol. Lawmakers, employers, alumni, and the public are invited to attend. This year marks the 20th annual showcase of the UW’s signature […]
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UW-La Crosse chancellor finalists named
March 1, 2024
MADISON, Wis.—Universities of Wisconsin President Jay Rothman today announced three finalists for the position of chancellor at the University of Wisconsin–La Crosse, which enrolls 10,300 students and offers 102 undergraduate programs in 30 disciplines, 30 graduate programs, and two doctoral programs. A Special Regent Committee selected the finalists from a list of candidates identified by […]
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Wisconsin Institute for Citizenship and Civil Dialogue announces grant program for Universities of Wisconsin faculty, staff, and students
Student free speech and academic freedom workshop slated for April
February 28, 2024
EDITOR’S NOTE: This news release was corrected Feb. 29, 2024, to indicate that students participating in a free speech workshop will receive stipends. MADISON, Wis.—The Wisconsin Institute for Citizenship and Civil Dialogue (WICCD) invites faculty, staff, and students at the Universities of Wisconsin (UWs) to apply for grants that enhance democracy through civil dialogue in […]
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Regents recognize 16th annual Diversity Award winners (day 2 news summary)
February 9, 2024
MADISON, Wis. – The Universities of Wisconsin Board of Regents today honored the 16th annual Regents Diversity Awards. These awards recognize individuals and programs that foster access and success for students who are members of historically underrepresented populations. Each recipient is awarded $7,500 to support professional development or continue the program being honored. The Diversity […]
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Universities of Wisconsin launch new Wisconsin Online Portal (day 1 news summary)
February 8, 2024
MADISON, Wis. – At today’s Board of Regents meeting, Universities of Wisconsin President Jay Rothman called Regents’ attention to the new Wisconsin Online Portal, which revamps the UWs’ previous online presence to provide a one-stop shop for existing online efforts at all 13 UW universities. “This new portal gathers all the more than 200 full […]
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Universities of Wisconsin introduce Wisconsin Online one-stop website for online programs
February 7, 2024
MADISON, Wis.—The Universities of Wisconsin today unveiled a new one-stop, easily searchable website that provides access to and information about every fully online degree program being offered at the constellation of 13 public universities. Wisconsin Online – with the URL online.wisconsin.edu – will list the more than 200 fully online programs offered by the 13 […]
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UW Board of Regents announces 2024 Diversity Awards
Educators at UW-Green Bay, UW-Stout, and UW-Whitewater recognized for work to support student success
February 5, 2024
MADISON, Wis.—The University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents will honor the recipients of the 16th annual Regents’ Diversity Awards on February 9 in Madison at the next Regents meeting. These awards recognize individuals and programs that foster access and success for students who are members of historically underrepresented populations. Each recipient is awarded $7,500 […]