University of Wisconsin–Madison

Category: Budget news

Opinion writers weigh in on budget proposal

Gannett Central Wisconsin Media Editorial Board: Walker’s proposed UW cuts go too deep: Our View Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: Be skeptical of Walker’s UW System plan Capital Times: Chasing away UW’s stars Wisconsin State Journal: Encourage jobs of the future WISC-TV: UW System reform may be difficult, but needed Janesville Gazette: Caution best advice in Walker’s …

Cost containment measures for UW System

UW System administrators released a memo regarding immediate cost containment measures for UW System Administration. The restrictions do not apply to UW–Madison. Darrell Bazzell, Vice Chancellor for Finance and Administration, says UW-Madison is taking a cautious approach to spending in the face of a challenging budget picture. He noted that Deans and Directors have gone through …