Tag: UW System
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Wisconsin technical colleges filling rural education gap
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As attitudes about college shift among some high schoolers, many are seeking out two-year technical colleges as they weigh convenience and cost. Several high school administrators told the Wisconsin State Journal that they are seeing increased interest in technical colleges from their students, both in dual enrollment classes, which allow students to earn college credit…
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College access is getting harder for rural Wisconsin
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RICHLAND CENTER — Emily Lund tried so hard to make 21½-hour days work. For eight months, the 21-year-old farmer got up at 5 a.m. to feed the animals on the family farm nestled in the rolling hills just outside of Richland Center, which she’s been running for nearly three years. Most weekdays, after two hours…
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UW System internal briefing recommends downsizing remaining branch campuses – Isthmus | Madison, Wisconsin
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The UW System hopes to downsize its remaining branch campuses amid declining student interest in associate degrees and ongoing enrollment struggles, according to an October briefing by UW System President Jay Rothman Isthmus obtained via records request. Five campuses have already been targeted for closure or a transition from in-person learning — UW-Platteville Richland will be completely…
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UW Green Bay stands firm amidst report of financial challenges
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The Universities of Wisconsin system recently released a comprehensive report that shed light on significant financial hurdles facing all 10 campuses. Despite concerns, UW Green Bay defended its economic stability and ongoing growth, challenging allegations made in the report. The report, by Deloitte, highlights a series of financial struggles within the UW system, including declining…
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Alyssa Ratlege on access to and impacts of rural colleges | PBS Wisconsin
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MDRC research associate Alyssa Ratlege describes impacts of declining higher education access in rural areas as in-person classes end at Universities of Wisconsin campuses in Marinette and elsewhere. Watch the full video via the link below. Source: Alyssa Ratlege on access to and impacts of rural colleges
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Fact check: Is erasing chalk messages on UW campuses prohibited?
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The bounds of free speech continue to challenge University of Wisconsin System campuses. A neo-Nazi group briefly appeared on campus during a march in Madison in November. They were within their First Amendment rights, though police and UW-Madison condemned their presence. Their march came after antisemitic chalk messages were scrawled at UW-La Crosse and UW-Madison…
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Enrollment at Universities of Wisconsin sees first increase since 2014 | WLUK
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(WLUK) — The Universities of Wisconsin saw its first enrollment increase this fall since 2014. Data released by the Universities of Wisconsin Wednesday shows enrollment grew by more than 1,700 students, or 1.1%, this fall to 162,528, according to official 10-day enrollment figures. “These enrollment numbers are encouraging as we seek to increase the number…
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The Universities of Wisconsin to award Capital Credit Union the Regents Business Partnership Award
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: October 24, 2023 MEDIA ADVISORY Green Bay, Wis. – In a ceremony this afternoon, Universities of Wisconsin Regent Ashok Rai will present Capital Credit Union (CCU) with the Regent Business Partnership Award. The award is being presented to the locally owned credit union because of its support and collaboration with the University…
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The Universities of Wisconsin employee pay plan advocacy points
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The Universities of Wisconsin have provided the following information for employees: “We understand that many university employees are frustrated and would like to take action in support of the Universities of Wisconsin pay plan. To ensure they do so in a legal and ethical manner, we offer the following guidance: Employees may not use university…
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You’re Invited: UW System President Jay Rothman visiting UW-Green Bay campus
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Two events will highlight the UW System President’s visit to the UW-Green Bay campus. First, UW-Green Bay faculty and staff are invited to visit with and listen to UW System President Jay Rothman. On Tuesday, October 24, 2023 as part of the new Opportunity Tour, UW System President Jay Rothman will provide updates, success stories…