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GE chief executive to address UW Regents
July 8, 2013
MADISON, Wis. – Jeffrey R. Immelt, Chairman and CEO of GE, will address the University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents on Friday morning in Madison. As Regents and other UW leaders work to strengthen Wisconsin’s workforce and boost economic development, Immelt will share his valuable insights on “Leading the Productivity Revolution.” Live streaming video […]
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Regents approve pay plan request
University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents June Meeting, Day Two News Summary
June 7, 2013
MILWAUKEE – The University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents unanimously approved a resolution directing UW System President Kevin P. Reilly to request a salary increase for all UW System employees no less than that provided all other state employees for each year of the 2013-15 biennium funded through the state compensation reserve. “We need […]
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Regents reflect on budget debate as learning opportunity
University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents June Meeting, Day One News Summary
June 6, 2013
MILWAUKEE, Wis. – Members of the University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents called the recent vigorous and contentious public debate surrounding the University’s 2013-15 biennial budget a learning opportunity. “This is a very important teaching moment for the UW System, for us as Board members,” said Regent Regina Millner. “We should be examining what […]
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Regents honor outstanding UW System teachers
May 16, 2013
MADISON, Wis. – The University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents will honor two professors and one academic program for their outstanding achievements in teaching, when they bestow the UW System’s highest recognition for members of its faculty and academic staff on June 7. The 2013 recipients of the 21st annual Regents Teaching Excellence Awards […]
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Regents discuss importance of athletics oversight, learn more about UW-Stouts economic impact
University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents October Meeting, Day One News Summary
October 4, 2012
MENOMONIE, Wis. – The University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents considered new expanded reporting procedures for athletics programs at UW System institutions, at the Board’s meeting Thursday at UW-Stout. UW System President Kevin P. Reilly told Regents that it is a “strong priority” to uphold the integrity of UW’s athletics programs, “preserving public trust […]
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University of Wisconsin Systems budget request will help the university boost economic growth in the state
University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents August Meeting, Day One News Summary
August 23, 2012
MADISON The University of Wisconsin System is seeking reinvestment from the State to help power its contribution to workforce development and economic growth. Noting that Wisconsins fiscal condition has begun showing signs of improvement and state revenues should be stronger, UW System President Kevin P. Reilly reiterated to the Board of Regents Thursday that […]
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Regents honor outstanding UW System teachers
August 21, 2012
MADISON, Wis. – The University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents will honor two professors and one academic program for their outstanding achievements in teaching, when they bestow the UW System’s highest recognition for members of its faculty and academic staff on Aug. 24. The 2012 recipients of the 20th annual Regents Teaching Excellence Awards are: […]
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Regents to discuss annual accountability reports and biennial budget request
August 20, 2012
MADISON, Wis. – The University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents will review the System’s annual performance and discuss funding needs for the 2013-15 budget cycle at Thursday’s meeting in Madison. This will mark System’s 18th annual accountability report, addressing a broad range of performance measures. Regents will also review two new accountability reports that […]
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UW System Board of Regents elects new leadership
June 8, 2012
MILWAUKEE, Wis. – Regent Brent Smith of La Crosse was elected the new President of the University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents today. Regent Michael J. Falbo of Franklin was elected to serve as Vice President of the Board. Smith, who has served as a Regent since 2004, has served as Vice President for […]
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Regents to honor winners of 2012 Academic Staff Awards for Excellence
May 30, 2012
MADISON, Wis. — The University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents will honor this year’s recipients of the Academic Staff Awards for Excellence June 7 in Milwaukee. This is the UW System’s highest recognition bestowed on members of its academic staff. The 2012 recipients, including two individuals and one program, are: Denise Ehlen, Director of […]