UW System faces $60M projected debt by end of 2023–24
The majority of the structural deficits are projected between just under $3 million–$6.5 million.
Education
UW Health, UW School of Medicine and Public Health announce clinical trials institute
The institute will focus on developing new industry partnerships and improving the support of clinical trials operations.
UW–Madison researches AI for mental health support
The two-year project’s funding comes from the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency.
UW School of Veterinary Medicine will not renew Henry Vilas Zoo contract
The move follows animal welfare allegations made by a former employee who left the zoo in February.
MMSD to select superintendent by March 2024
The school board believes that, in addition to allowing for more input from staff, families, and community members, the longer timeline may attract a wider applicant pool.
UW System’s Institute for Business and Entrepreneurship partners with WVCC
The partnership aims to foster a strong business ecosystem, supporting the veteran and military community’s entrepreneurial endeavors.
West Bend wins, Waunakee takes second at Wisconsin Civics Games state finals
62 students from 13 schools across the state participated in the competition last Friday at the state Capitol in Madison.
Madison School and Community Recreation to open largest-ever facility on west side
Construction began in December, following 2020 plans that responded to MSCR’s outgrowth of the former Hoyt School and Odana Road locations.
WiSys and partners receive $1M grant for sustainable agriculture
The funding comes from the National Science Foundation’s Regional Innovation Engines program.
OWN It raises $500K to support Black, brown neighborhoods
OWN It works with One City Schools to offer homeownership and wealth-building courses to students’ families.
UW System to remove diversity mission questions from employee applications
The effort comes in response to Republican lawmakers’ claims that universities lack conservative faculty.
UW System tuition-waiver program cut from budget proposal will launch, at least this year
The Wisconsin Tuition Promise will help in-state students coming from families that earn under $62,000 annually to pay for up to four years of tuition and fees.
Oscar Mireles to be inducted into Racine Horlick High School’s Hall of Fame
The distinction recognizes Mireles as a Horlick alumnus who has played a crucial role in society.
Waunakee High School among Wisconsin Civics Games state finalists
Fifteen teams, each comprising up to four students, will face off in head-to-head matchups, answering questions about the state budget, local elections, legislative term limits, quorums, freedom of the press, and other civics-related issues.
Stoughton Area School District reveals updates on ICS collaborative space
ICS was inspired by the success of the Fab Lab at Stoughton High School, a 10-year-old academic and creative space.
MABA to host Spring Career Day in Waunakee
The 9th Annual Career Day is set to host numerous area high school and middle school students, with near-record attendance expected.
Evers appoints two new, one returning member to UW Board of Regents
These appointments fill the vacancies created by the expiration of two former appointees’ terms on May 1, and the expiration of Regent Joan M. Prince’s term.
Registration open for Know Your Rights: Girls Inc. Bill of Rights Conference
The event will include food and activities centered on leadership development.
The skill building challenge
With a major research university and a state Capitol just blocks away, Madison and its surrounding area has shined as a beacon of educational prowess and opportunity. More and more, however, some are challenging the value of a four-year college degree when it comes to finding employment.
UW–Madison Chancellor’s Entrepreneurial Achievement Awards announced
An invitation-only ceremony honoring the 2023 recipients was held Thursday evening at the Discovery Building.
