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Bridging education and industry: UW-Platteville’s innovative offering for working families
For many working adults, the dream of earning a college degree can seem out of reach. Balancing a full-time job, family responsibilities and the financial burden of higher education creates a significant barrier. The University of Wisconsin-Platteville’s Engineering Partnerships (UW-PEP) is changing that narrative by providing a flexible, innovative path to engineering degrees. Through this model, students [...]
UW-Stevens Point’s “Mascots on Main” initiative strengthens community ties
UW-Stevens Point Chancellor Thomas Gibson and UWSP mascot Stevie Pointer recently participated in the Universities of Wisconsin’s “Mascots on Main” initiative, visiting local businesses and organizations in Stevens Point. These visits — documented on video and being shared on social media this week — demonstrate the mutually beneficial relationships that exist between the university and [...]
UW-Whitewater chemistry professor earns UW Innovation Grant
One chemistry professor at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater rang in the new year with a surprise. In early January, Steven Girard, an associate professor of chemistry, was announced as one of three recipients of the 2024 Universities of Wisconsin Innovation Grant for his proposal, “’Sea-Change’ Silicides: Superalloy and Biomedical Coatings from Sustainable and Recycled Feedstocks.” It was a [...]
UW–Madison researchers and Wisconsin farmers work together to produce healthy potato harvests
Andy Diercks, a fourth-generation potato farmer from the small village of Coloma in central Wisconsin, is blunt about the difficult realities facing family-owned farms today. “There are days when the choices aren’t always good, and you’re making the least bad choice,” he says. “But we’ve survived well. I’m proud of what we do here.” The [...]
UW-Green Bay: More than ‘dates and numbers,’ Emily is future-focused as a history major
From a young age, Emily knew her future would involve history and teaching. In high school, she considered becoming a teacher, and after enrolling at UW-Green Bay, she took an interactive history class that included a ‘revolution’ simulation. She was inspired by this interactive way of learning history, knowing that most people view history as [...]
UW-Milwaukee Zilber College research project aims to address needs of dementia patients and caregivers
A grant from Bader Philanthropies will help fund a research project that aims to address the unmet need for self-care guidelines among Alzheimer’s and dementia patients. The project is led by Priya Nambisan, associate professor of biostatistics and health informatics at the Joseph J. Zilber College of Public Health at UWM. The project will use [...]
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Wisconsin Institute for Citizenship and Civil Dialogue seeking student applicants for free expression workshop
MADISON, Wis.—The Wisconsin Institute for Citizenship and Civil Dialogue (WICCD) will hold a workshop for Universities of Wisconsin students focused on free speech and academic freedom on Saturday, April 26, at UW-La Crosse. The day-long workshop is open to 36 students who must complete a set of readings to prepare for it. Participating students will [...]
Wisconsin Institute for Citizenship and Civil Dialogue seeks grant proposals
MADISON, Wis.—The Wisconsin Institute for Citizenship and Civil Dialogue (WICCD) invites faculty, staff, and students at the Universities of Wisconsin (UWs) to apply for grants that enhance democracy through civil dialogue in a robust marketplace of ideas. WICCD offers grants each fall and spring in four areas: research, events and related activities, assessment, and curriculum [...]
Universities of Wisconsin President Jay Rothman issues statement on Gov. Evers’ budget proposal
MADISON, Wis.—Universities of Wisconsin President Jay Rothman issued this statement today in response to Gov. Evers’ budget proposal: “Governor Evers’ budget for the Universities of Wisconsin demonstrates his desire to win the War for Talent by investing in our 13 public universities. His proposal also ensures the UWs can maintain the access and affordability students [...]
Universities of Wisconsin launch ‘Mascots on Main’ initiative to highlight business impact
MADISON, Wis.—The Universities of Wisconsin today announced the launch of “Mascots on Main,” a new social media video campaign showcasing the strong relationships between Wisconsin’s constellation of 13 public universities and local businesses across the state. The campaign features university chancellors and their mascots visiting businesses that partner with the universities, are owned by alumni, [...]
UWs President Jay Rothman appoints John Chenoweth as interim chancellor of UW-River Falls
MADISON, Wis.—Universities of Wisconsin President Jay Rothman today announced the appointment of John Chenoweth as interim chancellor of UW-River Falls. Chenoweth, currently the provost and vice chancellor for academic affairs of UW-Whitewater, replaces Michael V. Martin. The appointment is effective on March 1, 2025. “John is a seasoned leader who has built strong relationships at [...]
American Family Insurance, UW-Madison receive latest Regent Business Partnership Award (day 2 news summary)
MADISON, Wis. – Regent President Amy Bogost today presented University of Wisconsin–Madison and American Family Insurance with the latest Regents Business Partnership Awards. The awards were created several years ago to highlight the mutually beneficial relationships between the Universities of Wisconsin and Wisconsin’s business community. “This is a decades-long partnership that spans a broad range [...]
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