News - April 2026

  1. Edwin Martini named chancellor of UW-Eau Claire

    April 22, 2026

    MADISON, Wis.—Edwin Martini has been named the next Chancellor of the University of Wisconsin–Eau Claire. He is the university’s 9th leader. The Universities of Wisconsin Board of Regents today approved Martini’s appointment, following a recommendation made by a selection committee. He will assume the leadership post on July 1, 2026. “I’m thrilled that Dr. Ed Martini […]

  2. Universities of Wisconsin continue to build for the future (news summary)

    April 20, 2026

    Regent President Amy Bogost told the Board of Regents Monday that the Universities of Wisconsin are well positioned with their current three high-profile position searches. Official searches are expected to be launched in the near future for three key positions: the President of the Universities of Wisconsin; the Chancellor of UW-Madison, the system’s flagship; and […]

  3. Sixteen teams advance to Wisconsin Civics Games finals

    April 10, 2026

    MADISON, Wis.—Students from 16 teams across the state will compete at this year’s Wisconsin Civics Games state finals on May 1, the Universities of Wisconsin announced today. Members of the winning team will each earn a $2,000 scholarship to a Wisconsin college or university of their choice. The finals, to take place at the Capitol in Madison, […]

  4. UW-Eau Claire chancellor finalists named

    April 9, 2026

    MADISON, Wis.—The Universities of Wisconsin today announced four finalists for the position of chancellor at the University of Wisconsin–Eau Claire, a 9,500-student comprehensive university known for excellence in undergraduate research, interdisciplinary learning, and regional partnerships. A Special Regent Committee selected the finalists from a list of candidates identified by an 11-member Search and Screen Committee […]

  5. The Universities of Wisconsin receive national grant to advance Direct Admit Wisconsin and identify college ready math access statewide

    April 8, 2026

    MADISON, Wis.—The Universities of Wisconsin will use a $100,000 grant as part of Lumina Foundation’s Great Admissions Redesign initiative to identify math courses that prepare students for college-level work. The funding is part of a $3.5 million investment by Lumina, announced today, to simplify the college admissions process and expand student access across the country. […]

  6. Board of Regents announces leadership transition

    April 7, 2026

    MADISON, Wis.—The Board of Regents of the University of Wisconsin System has unanimously voted to make a change in leadership of the system, with current President Jay Rothman’s tenure ending immediately. The Board is grateful for President Rothman’s service and recognizes the meaningful work undertaken during his tenure. Under his leadership, the Universities of Wisconsin […]

  7. Universities of Wisconsin 2026-2027 Wisconsin Teaching Fellows & Scholars announced

    April 2, 2026

    MADISON, Wis.—Today, the Universities of Wisconsin announced the selection of the 2026–2027 Wisconsin Teaching Fellows & Scholars. The upcoming Wisconsin Teaching Fellows and Scholars (WTFS) participants include 23 faculty and instructors from 12 universities, nominated by Provosts for their excellence in teaching and learning. The WTFS program provides UW faculty and teaching academic staff a […]