Education
Wisconsin Researchers Sound Alarm Over DEI-Related Research Cuts
40 Wisconsin grants have been terminated after US Supreme Court's NIH ruling.
Aug 26th, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
It’s Back to School for Kids. But What Will It Cost?
Parents are spending up to $858 per child on school supplies and clothing.
Aug 25th, 2025 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
State Releases $16 Million Withheld from Milwaukee Public Schools
State Superintendent Jill Underly says MPS made progress on financial reports.
Aug 20th, 2025 by Deneen Smith, Wisconsin Public Radio
Sen. Baldwin Sees Momentum to Save U.S. Education Department
Even some Republicans balk at Trump's order in March to close department.
Aug 20th, 2025 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin Examiner
School Report Cards Being Updated, But Major Changes Need Legislative Approval
DPI says updates are a necessary step to ensure the system remains fair.
Aug 15th, 2025 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
Carroll University Launches $52 Million Construction Plan
The liberal arts school in Waukesha is anticipating record enrollment this year
Aug 12th, 2025 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
New Report Finds Serious Issues With MPS HR Department
The issues are indicative of the district's lack of an identity.
Aug 11th, 2025 by Terry Falk
UW System Pays To Settle DEI Demotion Lawsuit
Settlement ends lawsuit brought by former UW-Eau Claire DEI administrator who claimed she was demoted because she's white.
Aug 11th, 2025 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
UW Campuses Offer Direct Admission to 33,500 High School Students
Facing enrollment declines, campuses increase size of program by 40%.
Aug 6th, 2025 by Anna Marie Yanny, Wisconsin Public Radio
US Rep. Tom Tiffany’s Bill Targets University Faculty From Abroad
Bill would make hirings harder to do. UW system employs nearly 500 visa holders.
Aug 5th, 2025 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public Radio
Wisconsin Technical College System Gets Federal Funds After Freeze
The Department of Education froze and then released nearly $7 million in funding for adult education programs.
Jul 31st, 2025 by Lorin Cox, Wisconsin Public Radio
More Help for Adults Who Can’t Read
Literary Services of Wisconsin expands, new headquarters in Brewers Hill.
Jul 29th, 2025 by Alex Klaus, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
