Blank’s Slate

The ongoing debate about the proposed UW System budget has attracted national attention, perhaps not surprisingly, as it has gotten caught in the swirl of media and presidential politics. I have been dismayed to see… Read More

As you know, our campus community, alumni, parents and the state as a whole have all been intensely engaged in discussions and debate about the state budget. I’m told that higher education in Wisconsin has… Read More

Last week, I shared my concerns with you about the forthcoming state budget and its implications for our university. On Tuesday, Gov. Scott Walker released his budget plan for the UW System and as expected,… Read More

The Madison Initiative for Undergraduates helps Wisconsin students to graduate sooner and with less debt. It is a prime example of our university using new resources effectively to improve the experience of our students. Former… Read More

Although we have not yet seen full details of Governor Walker’s plan, I am concerned about the magnitude of the proposed budget cuts and their impact on UW-Madison. These proposed cuts are believed to be… Read More

I have heard from many of our students, faculty, staff and alumni asking for my reaction to newspaper reports that Governor Scott Walker and the UW System are discussing additional flexibilities as part of ongoing… Read More

As we head into a new calendar year and new semester, I want to reflect on the many honors and achievements of our faculty, staff and students this fall. This is by no means an… Read More

Warm thoughts for the holidays and best wishes for a very happy new year from the University of Wisconsin–Madison.

The recent grand jury verdicts in Ferguson, Missouri, and in Staten Island have raised questions and concerns among many in the University of Wisconsin-Madison community, as they have nationwide. It is easy for some of… Read More

I know this is a busy time as many on campus get ready for the last week of classes and finals week, but I wanted to post a quick note here about a United Way… Read More