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Study finds no “skills gap” in Wisconsin labor market

May 30, 2013

Wisconsin's labor market shows no evidence of an existing or impending general "skills gaps," according to a new analysis by a team of graduate students at UW–Madison's La Follette School of Public Affairs.

Statement of the chancellor on the Joint Finance Committee’s budget action

May 23, 2013

Interim Chancellor David Ward has issued the following statement regarding the Joint Finance Committee’s action on the UW System budget:

Statement by Chancellor Ward on UW fund balances

April 25, 2013

It is likely you have seen or heard media reports about the fund balances that the University of Wisconsin System carries and the discussion among legislative leaders and others about those balances. I would like to explain how this issue relates to our campus, and how maintaining balances helps UW–Madison succeed in our academic and research missions.

UW Day at the Capitol showcases research, innovation

April 5, 2013

Thursday, April 4 was the annual UW–Madison, UW-Extension and UW Colleges Day at the Capitol. The event presented to legislators and the public the many ways that the innovation and research at the UW makes an impact all across Wisconsin.

Study finds WRS stable, recommends no changes to pension system

July 3, 2012

A report issued jointly this week by three state agencies recommends against the state implementing a defined contribution plan or an opt-out option in the Wisconsin Retirement System.

Recent sightings: Posters in the Rotunda

March 9, 2012

Undergraduates from across the University of Wisconsin System share their research during the ninth annual Posters in the Rotunda event held on March…

Proposed hunt poorly designed, says UW wolf expert

February 20, 2012

Legislation outlining a proposed state wolf hunt is likely to hurt wolf populations while failing to resolve existing conflicts with humans, says a UW–Madison wolf…

Campus projects OK’d by Building Commission

December 27, 2011

A number of University of Wisconsin–Madison projects were approved by the Wisconsin State Building Commission at its Dec. 21 meeting.

UW System President Kevin Reilly discusses state budget lapses

October 28, 2011

I encourage you to work collaboratively with your shared governance groups, your chancellors, and other campus/institutional leaders to advocate for the UW System’s vital educational mission. In the midst of the economic restructuring our country faces, your work is more important than ever, and it’s worth fighting for.

Chancellor’s message on state budget lapses

October 27, 2011

Interim Chancellor David Ward delivers a message about 2011-13 budget lapses.

UW–Madison, System face additional budget cut

October 19, 2011

The following memo was sent to deans and directors from Vice Chancellor for Administration Darrell Bazzell and Provost Paul M. DeLuca Jr. today, Oct. 19.

Chancellor’s statement on admissions hearing

October 17, 2011

Enrolling students of all cultures and backgrounds improves the learning environment at UW–Madison and prepares everyone to be competitive in an increasingly multicultural world.

Interim chancellor’s memo to lawmakers regarding proposed fetal tissue ban

September 14, 2011

Here is the text of a memo sent by UW–Madison Interim Chancellor David Ward to all members of the state Legislature regarding a bill that would ban the acquisition and use of fetal tissue in scientific research.