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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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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, […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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. […]