On February 2, 2017 at the Board of Regents meeting, the UW System presented new programs it has added during the past year, highlighting those in the STEM, healthcare and entrepreneurship … [Read more...]
Regents approve UW System’s 2020FWD strategic framework, 2017-19 biennial operating and capital budgets (news summary)
MADISON – The University of Wisconsin Board of Regents on Thursday unanimously approved the UW System’s new strategic framework, “2020FWD: Moving Wisconsin and the World Forward.” “The boldness of … [Read more...]
Board of Regents Approves UW System’s 2020FWD Strategic Framework Focused on Affordability, Excellence, and Developing Tomorrow’s Workforce
Board Also Approves 2017-19 Biennial Budget Request to Fund 2020FWD Initiatives Today, the University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents approved the UW System’s strategic framework, 2020FWD: … [Read more...]
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Tech Council report urges state policymakers to recognize economic value of higher ed
MADISON – Further cuts in public support for higher education in Wisconsin will harm the state’s economy, which relies on colleges and universities for talent, technology transfer and business … [Read more...]
JFC Votes “Yes” to Reduced UW-System Cuts & DNR Downsizing
By Graham Kilmer The Joint Finance Committee (JFC) voted on Friday, May 29, making changes to Governor Walker’s budget provisions regarding the funding and structure of the UW-System, as well … [Read more...]
State Budget Revising Process Begins with Many Concerned About Outcomes
By Karen Stokes The Wisconsin Legislature’s finance committee began the arduous task of revising Republican Governor Scott Walker’s 2015- 2017 state budget. Through the course of the hearings, … [Read more...]
Scott Walker Unveils Wisconsin Budget While Focused on a Presidential Bid
By Karen Stokes Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker has been busy. Between attending the Iowa Freedom Summit and appearances on Sunday morning news shows, it is apparent to all of Wisconsin that … [Read more...]