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  1. UW-Stevens Point chancellor finalists named

    February 12, 2026

    MADISON, Wis.—Universities of Wisconsin President Jay Rothman today announced three finalists for the position of chancellor at the University of Wisconsin–Stevens Point, which enrolls more than 8,500 students across three campus locations and offers more than 130 program options. A Special Regent Committee selected the finalists from a list of candidates identified by an 11-member […]

  2. Dr. Eric Wilcots named as interim chancellor of UW-Madison

    February 11, 2026

    MADISON, Wis.—Universities of Wisconsin President Jay Rothman has named Dr. Eric Wilcots as interim chancellor of UW-Madison effective May 17. Wilcots, currently Dean of the College of Letters & Science, the university’s largest college, will succeed Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin when she departs to become President of Columbia University. “Dean Wilcots is an energetic leader who will continue the positive momentum at our […]

  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. UW students use AI to solve real-world business challenges in multi-university partnership

    Students from UW-Eau Claire, UW-River Falls, and UW-Stout partnered with Royal Credit Union to apply machine learning to improve member services

    February 4, 2026

    MADISON, Wis.—Three Universities of Wisconsin partnered with Royal Credit Union to launch an innovative internship program that used artificial intelligence (AI) to address real-world business challenges. The collaboration connected students from UW-Eau Claire, UW-River Falls, and UW-Stout with Royal’s AI Innovation Lab to explore how machine learning can improve member experiences for the local financial […]

  5. Universities of Wisconsin, Alliant Energy recognize outstanding students, instructors for 2025

    October 30, 2025

    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 […]

  6. Universities of Wisconsin enrollment up for third straight year, record growth shown for Wisconsin new freshman enrollment

    October 22, 2025

    MADISON, Wis.—Universities of Wisconsin overall enrollment increased for the third straight year led by a record increase of Wisconsin-resident new freshmen, according to official fall 2025 enrollment figures released today. This is the first time since 2010 that enrollment has increased three years in a row. Fall 2025 enrollment totals 164,626 students, an increase of […]

  7. University of Wisconsin–Eau Claire Chancellor Search and Screen Committee named

    October 15, 2025

    MADISON, Wis.—Amy B. Bogost, President of the Universities of Wisconsin Board of Regents, and Jay Rothman, President of the Universities of Wisconsin, have appointed an 11-member Search and Screen Committee to help identify the next UW–Eau Claire chancellor. Regent Karen Walsh will chair the Search and Screen Committee. Arthur Grothe, Professor of Theatre Arts, will […]

  8. Universities of Wisconsin President Jay Rothman joins chancellors, school district leaders to encourage students and families to fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)

    October 1, 2025

    MADISON, Wis.— Universities of Wisconsin President Jay Rothman joined chancellors and school district leaders this week to encourage students and families to fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)  for the 2026-27 academic year. Filling out the FAFSA is a critical component in the college-preparation process. “The Universities of Wisconsin unlock educational […]

  9. New Universities of Wisconsin policy would ensure all core general education courses transfer between universities

    September 24, 2025

    MADISON, Wis.—A new Universities of Wisconsin (UWs) policy would ensure that all core general education courses can transfer between each of the 13 UWs. The proposed Board of Regents policy, now being shared for comment at the UWs, is a student-friendly approach to transfer that will guarantee that core general education credits earned at one […]

  10. University of Wisconsin–Stevens Point Chancellor Search and Screen Committee named

    September 23, 2025

    Editor’s Note: This press release was updated Oct. 15, 2025, to reflect the appointment of Regent Haben Goitom to the Search and Screen Committee. MADISON, Wis.—Amy B. Bogost, President of the Universities of Wisconsin Board of Regents, and Jay Rothman, President of the Universities of Wisconsin, have appointed an 11-member Search and Screen Committee to […]