University of Wisconsin–Madison

Year: 2013

Interim Chancellor Ward statement on Gov. Walker’s budget proposal

University of Wisconsin–Madison Interim Chancellor David Ward said Wednesday that Gov. Scott Walker’s budget proposal is a concrete step toward renewing Wisconsin’s promise of making higher education accessible and affordable for all its residents. After several cycles of declining state funding support to Wisconsin’s public universities, Walker proposes reinvesting in the university system for the …

UW System statement on Gov. Walker’s budget proposal

UW System leaders praised Gov. Scott Walker’s proposal to reinvest in higher education in the 2013-15 biennial state budget . “Governor Walker recognizes and appreciates the role that UW institutions play in boosting our state’s economy,” said UW System President Kevin P. Reilly. “Job creation and workforce development are top priorities for everyone, including the …

Walker to deliver budget address Wednesday

Gov. Scott Walker will lay out his proposals for the state’s 2013-15 biennial budget at 7 p.m. Wednesday. Walker has given some insight into his plan to the press. He has said he’ll propose giving the UW–Madison chancellor the authority to set compensation plans at the campus, and giving the same power to the UW …