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Rock County nursing program builds infrastructure, skills
At the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater’s Rock County campus, construction is complete on two state-of-the-art spaces where the next generation of students will earn a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Edgewood College, the result of a collaborative nursing degree program. These graduates will be primed for high-paying jobs — and ready to fulfill a critical regional [...]
How UW-Platteville is committing to make rural healthcare first in its class
As a new year begins, many people set resolutions to improve their health, often by scheduling a visit to their healthcare provider. But for those living in rural areas, like Southwest Wisconsin, finding a local provider can be a challenge. This is a reality the University of Wisconsin-Platteville is working to change. With the first [...]
UW–Madison 6th in national research ranking, surpasses $1.7 billion in research expenditures
The University of Wisconsin–Madison has moved up two places to sixth out of 920 public and private universities in the United States in university research expenditures, according to the National Science Foundation’s annual rankings. For the first time, the university has topped $1.7 billion in research expenditures, according to the NSF Higher Education Research and Development (HERD), [...]
No problem: UWO midyear grad, aspiring professor, relishes complex math
University of Wisconsin–Oshkosh graduating senior Fatima Muñiz is not afraid to ask lots of questions, especially when it comes to higher math problems, and to work hard to find the answers. McNair Scholar Fatima Muniz presents her research at the 2024 UWO McNair Showcase. After graduating from UWO in the Midyear Commencement Dec. 14, Muñiz, [...]
University of Wisconsin-Parkside Athletics receives record-breaking donation from Omair Ahmed
The University of Wisconsin-Parkside is pleased to announce a historic gift from Omair Ahmed, Chief Operating Officer of Nexus Pharmaceuticals and longtime supporter of the program. Director of Athletics Adam Schemm announced this transformational donation, the largest ever to UW-Parkside Athletics, which will significantly enhance the student-athlete experience across all sports. While the specific amount [...]
UWSP at Marshfield looks to the future
For University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point at Marshfield student Olivia Spencer, her campus offers the best of both worlds – a quality four-year educational experience yet affordable with small class sizes and a close-knit campus family. “It’s been a really positive experience,” said the Marshfield resident and first-year nursing student. “I didn’t feel ready to move from home [...]
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Board of Regents postpones motion to modify process for UW Administration leadership hires (news summary)
MADISON – As part of a special videoconference meeting January 7, the Board of Regents for the Universities of Wisconsin voted to table for a future date proposed revisions to a Regent Policy Documents (RPD) that would provide flexibility for the UWs President to appoint key executive positions by reducing unnecessary administrative processes. RPD 20-27 [...]
Universities of Wisconsin honor Outstanding Women of Color in Education Award recipients for 2024
MADISON, Wis.—The Universities of Wisconsin have announced the 12 recipients of the 2024 Outstanding Women of Color in Education Award, an annual honor given to faculty, staff, students, or community members to recognize their achievements in advancing equity and inclusion for people of color within the Universities of Wisconsin as well as communities across the [...]
Universities of Wisconsin continue to promote civil discourse, academic freedom (day 2 news summary)
MADISON – The Universities of Wisconsin presented the Board of Regents on Friday its annual report on the UWs’ ongoing commitment to academic freedom and freedom of expression. “Freedom of expression is a concept that is deeply woven into the fabric of academia and – like many of our counterparts across the country – we’ve [...]
Universities of Wisconsin honor achievements of LGBTQ+ advocates and their allies through 2024 awards
MADISON, Wis.—The Universities of Wisconsin have announced the 13 honorees of the 2024 Dr. P.B. Poorman Award for Outstanding Achievement on Behalf of LGBTQ+ People, an annual honor given to LGBTQ+ people or their allies who have helped to create a safer and more inclusive climate for LGBTQ+ people. The award celebrates the memory and [...]
Universities of Wisconsin focused on building for the future (day 1 news summary)
MADISON – The Universities of Wisconsin 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 four guiding strategic objectives under the plan adopted by the Board in December 2022: Enhance the student experience and social [...]
Universities of Wisconsin Administration releases its financial assessment
MADISON, Wis.—Universities of Wisconsin President Jay Rothman announced today the public release of the financial assessment of the Universities of Wisconsin Administration (UWSA). It is the final review performed by a third-party reviewer. “These reviews have helped us refine steps to eliminate structural deficits at a number of our universities and embark on a path [...]
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