Education
Wisconsin’s Infrastructure Gets ‘C’ Grade
Up from 'C-' four years ago in American Society of Civil Engineers ranking. Public parks ranked lowest.
Sep 17th, 2024 by Richelle Wilson, Wisconsin Public RadioUW System Sets ‘Viewpoint Neutrality’ Standard on Official Statements
No stand on social or political controversy unless it affects core mission of universities.
Sep 17th, 2024 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin ExaminerUniversities of Wisconsin Enrollment Is Up
Led by UW-Madison, 8 campuses see enrollment hikes this fall.
Sep 16th, 2024 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public RadioState Faces Auto Technician Worker Shortage
Retirements, high turnover compounded by fewer students in postsecondary programs.
Sep 16th, 2024 by Lorin Cox, Wisconsin Public RadioLGBTQ+ Advocacy Groups File Federal Complaint Against Kettle Moraine Schools
Charging school district created 'hostile environment for trans and nonbinary kids.'
Sep 10th, 2024 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin ExaminerState Audit of DPI Prioritized Over Fish and Wildlife Analysis
Evers calls GOP-led audit 'ridiculous,' legislators say its needed.
Sep 9th, 2024 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public RadioMPS Pushed to Bring Back Police Officers In Schools
Pressure from DPI, legislators. Union says this will cause more student arrests, suspensions.
Sep 9th, 2024 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin ExaminerWisconsin Social Studies Teachers Face Restrictions, Complaints for Teaching Elections
Survey from group of social studies teachers found 42% report facing restrictions by administration, parents.
Sep 6th, 2024 by Beatrice Lawrence, Wisconsin Public RadioUW Tuition Promise Programs Find Success, But Need State Funding
UWM's program supports tuition for more than 1,000 students.
Sep 4th, 2024 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public RadioWisconsin Students Head Back to School
MPS leaders say the district is in a better place than it has been in years.
Sep 4th, 2024 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public RadioSee Inside New Home of Marquette Nursing School
Fast-growing college has new digs, simulation hospital rooms and lots of natural light.
Sep 4th, 2024 by Jeramey JanneneUWM Faculty Senate Leader Says Layoffs of Faculty Were Financially Necessary
Others disagree. Precedent of laying off tenured faculty and state funding at issue.
Sep 3rd, 2024 by Trevor Hook, Wisconsin Public Radio