Role of diversity, equity, and inclusion programs on UW campuses
'Diversity, equity and inclusion' has been the center of a funding fight between the state legislature and the Universities of Wisconsin, and you might be wondering what exactly the DEI division does on campus.
'Diversity, equity and inclusion' has been the center of a funding fight between the state legislature and the Universities of Wisconsin, and you might be wondering what exactly the DEI division does on campus.
UW regents back GOP deal; funding in exchange diversity effort limits
The Universities of Wisconsin regents have approved an $800 million deal with Republican lawmakers for pay raises and building projects, in exchange to limit diversity positions.
The Universities of Wisconsin regents have approved an $800 million deal with Republican lawmakers for pay raises and building projects, in exchange to limit diversity positions.
Voucher school program; WI Supreme Court won't hear challenge lawsuit
The Wisconsin Supreme Court declined to hear a lawsuit brought by Democrats seeking to end the state's taxpayer-funded private school voucher program.
The Wisconsin Supreme Court declined to hear a lawsuit brought by Democrats seeking to end the state's taxpayer-funded private school voucher program.
Kenosha school closures; parents react to district's vote
The Kenosha Unified School Board voted to close six schools Tuesday night. Now, parents are struggling to figure out next steps for their students.
The Kenosha Unified School Board voted to close six schools Tuesday night. Now, parents are struggling to figure out next steps for their students.
6 Kenosha schools to close; expected to cut $8M of $15M budget deficit
The Kenosha Unified School Board voted Tuesday night, Dec. 12 to close down six schools.
The Kenosha Unified School Board voted Tuesday night, Dec. 12 to close down six schools.
Wisconsin research boat, missing for weeks, found in Michigan
A University of Wisconsin-Madison doctoral student's research boat has been found in another state after it went missing on Lake Michigan weeks ago.
A University of Wisconsin-Madison doctoral student's research boat has been found in another state after it went missing on Lake Michigan weeks ago.
Speaker Vos done negotiating over UW pay raises, diversity deal
Wisconsin's top Republican lawmaker said he is done negotiating with the Universities of Wisconsin over pay raises and a diversity position funding deal.
Wisconsin's top Republican lawmaker said he is done negotiating with the Universities of Wisconsin over pay raises and a diversity position funding deal.
UPenn President Liz Magill and board chair resign following uproar over testimony on antisemitism
University of Pennsylvania President Liz Magill has resigned after days of uproar surrounding her testimony about antisemitic incidents that occurred on campus.
University of Pennsylvania President Liz Magill has resigned after days of uproar surrounding her testimony about antisemitic incidents that occurred on campus.
MPS Battle of the Drumlines at Rufus King: 'It was a big crowd'
The Milwaukee Public Schools "Battle of the Drumlines" at Rufus King High School put seven school groups to the test Saturday, Dec. 9.
The Milwaukee Public Schools "Battle of the Drumlines" at Rufus King High School put seven school groups to the test Saturday, Dec. 9.
UW regents reject Republican deal to reduce diversity positions
The regents of Universities of Wisconsin narrowly voted Saturday, Dec. 9, to reject a deal with Republican lawmakers.
The regents of Universities of Wisconsin narrowly voted Saturday, Dec. 9, to reject a deal with Republican lawmakers.
UW reaches deal with Republicans, scales back diversity positions
Universities of Wisconsin officials announced they've agreed to freeze hiring for diversity positions, drop an affirmative action faculty hiring program at UW-Madison and create a position at the flagship campus focused on conservative thought.
Universities of Wisconsin officials announced they've agreed to freeze hiring for diversity positions, drop an affirmative action faculty hiring program at UW-Madison and create a position at the flagship campus focused on conservative thought.
Kenosha school closures; 'walk-in' Friday as district explores cuts
Students, staff and supporters of Kenosha's Lincoln Middle School protested the school board’s recommendation to close the school.
Students, staff and supporters of Kenosha's Lincoln Middle School protested the school board’s recommendation to close the school.
Biden admin approves $5 billion more in student loan relief: See who qualifies
The Biden administration is finding other ways to wipe out student loan debt after the Supreme Court struck down the president's plan for mass student loan cancellation.
The Biden administration is finding other ways to wipe out student loan debt after the Supreme Court struck down the president's plan for mass student loan cancellation.
UW pay raises; Speaker Robin Vos, UW officials disagree
The leader of the Wisconsin Senate said lawmakers are nearing a deal that would allow for pay raises for Universities of Wisconsin employees to take effect.
The leader of the Wisconsin Senate said lawmakers are nearing a deal that would allow for pay raises for Universities of Wisconsin employees to take effect.
Wisconsin vs. Marquette Celebrity Softball Slam set for July
The Wisconsin vs. Marquette Celebrity Softball Slam will be held on Sunday, July 14, 2024.
The Wisconsin vs. Marquette Celebrity Softball Slam will be held on Sunday, July 14, 2024.
Substitute teacher monthly incentive; MPS to offer $500 boost
Starting in January, Milwaukee Public Schools is offering a monthly incentive to eligible substitute teachers in the district.
Starting in January, Milwaukee Public Schools is offering a monthly incentive to eligible substitute teachers in the district.
University pay raises; Wisconsin Republican leaders at odds
Earlier this year, Wisconsin Republicans rejected funding for UW’s top budget priority: a new engineering building on the flagship Madison campus.
Earlier this year, Wisconsin Republicans rejected funding for UW’s top budget priority: a new engineering building on the flagship Madison campus.
Marquette Wells Tower firework accident, student injured
A Marquette University student was injured in a firework accident at Wells Tower Friday night, Dec. 1. Another student was arrested.
A Marquette University student was injured in a firework accident at Wells Tower Friday night, Dec. 1. Another student was arrested.
Cars for special needs kids; 'Go Baby Go' program changing lives
The Go Baby Go program is a partnership with Children's Wisconsin and Marquette University. Students help bring designs to life for kids with special needs.
The Go Baby Go program is a partnership with Children's Wisconsin and Marquette University. Students help bring designs to life for kids with special needs.
Kenosha school closures; protests as district explores cuts
The Kenosha Unified School District put forward its recommendations for school closures and consolidations.
The Kenosha Unified School District put forward its recommendations for school closures and consolidations.