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  1. UW-Madison highlights pluralism, civil dialogue as part of educational experience (day 2 news summary)

    February 6, 2026

    MADISON, Wis. – University of Wisconsin-Madison hosted a broad panel discussion for the Board of Regents Friday focused on “The Wisconsin Exchange: Pluralism in Practice.” The discussion, moderated by interim Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs John Zumbrunnen, focused on how the university is advancing civil dialogue by cultivating a campus community of students, […]

  2. Universities of Wisconsin are building AI bridge to tomorrow (day 1 news summary)

    February 5, 2026

    MADISON, Wis. – The Universities of Wisconsin underscored their growing leadership in artificial intelligence (AI) innovation today as representatives from all 13 public universities convened for a panel discussion before the Board of Regents. The conversation highlighted the universities’ shared commitment to shaping the future of AI in education, research, and workforce development. “As AI […]

  3. Artificial Intelligence panel demonstrates breadth of teaching, research, and industry collaboration across the Universities of Wisconsin

    February 5, 2026

    MADISON, Wis.—The Universities of Wisconsin underscored their growing leadership in artificial intelligence (AI) innovation today as representatives from all 13 public universities convened for a panel discussion before the Board of Regents. The conversation highlighted the universities’ shared commitment to shaping the future of AI in education, research, and workforce development. “As AI reshapes our […]

  4. Universities of Wisconsin preparing for next era of growth and impact (day 1 news summary)

    December 4, 2025

    Whitewater, WI – Universities of Wisconsin President Jay Rothman told the Board of Regents Thursday that the UWs currently stand at a pivotal moment, one defined by renewed investment, strategic change, and a shared commitment to serving Wisconsin’s future. He said with its 2023-28 Strategic Plan serving as a guide, the UWs have achieved several […]

  5. Board of Regents addresses 2025 Wisconsin Act 15 requirements (special meeting news summary)

    November 19, 2025

    Amended December 9, 2025 The Board of Regents for the Universities of Wisconsin took action on two legislative requirements in the 2025-27 state budget at a special (virtual) meeting on Thursday. On July 3, 2025, the Wisconsin State Legislature approved 2025 Wisconsin Act 15, which required the Universities of Wisconsin to revise the Regents’ current […]

  6. Board of Regents takes action to address provisions in biennial budget (news summary)

    October 9, 2025

    Responding to provisions in Wisconsin’s 2025-27 biennial budget, the Board of Regents for the Universities of Wisconsin today approved a plan for market-based compensation to attract faculty in high-demand fields of study. As of May 1, 2025, there were 5,081 faculty members (assistant, associate, and full professors) across the UWs. Of those, 68% (or 3,470) […]

  7. Universities of Wisconsin have plan for the future (news summary)

    September 18, 2025

    The Universities of Wisconsin (UWs) presented the Board of Regents on Thursday with a comprehensive update on the implementation of the 2023-2028 Strategic Plan to date. UWs President Jay Rothman reminded Regents of the tripartite mission of the Universities of Wisconsin that underpins the plan adopted by the Board in December 2022: To provide exceptional […]

  8. Regents approve UWs tuition increases for 2025-26 (news summary)

    July 10, 2025

    The Board of Regents for the Universities of Wisconsin today unanimously approved a tuition increase of up to 5 percent for the 2025-26 academic year. Tuition will increase by 4 percent at all universities, with an optional 1 percent additional for a maximum of 5 percent (an average $382 increase). All universities except UW-Green Bay […]

  9. UWs President Rothman addresses impact of proposed federal funding cuts (news summary)

    June 5, 2025

    MILWAUKEE – Universities of Wisconsin President Jay Rothman reiterated to the Board of Regents today profound concern over the implications of cuts to federal financial aid for students as well as federal funding for university research. “For generations – from the time of the GI Bill to today – the federal government has been a […]

  10. UW Board of Regents re-elects Regent Amy B. Bogost as President and Regent Kyle Weatherly as Vice President

    June 5, 2025

    MILWAUKEE, Wis.—The Universities of Wisconsin Board of Regents today re-elected Regent Amy B. Bogost to a one-year term as President. Bogost, a graduate of UW-Madison and previously Regent Vice President, will begin her second year as president. Regents also re-elected Regent Kyle Weatherly as Vice President for a second year. Each June, the Board elects […]