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University of Wisconsin System
Coverage of University of Wisconsin System in the Nexus archive.
Oakhill Correctional Institutionplace1Stanley Correctional Institutionplace1Prison Education Initiativeorganization1Wisconsin Department of Correctionsorganization1UW-Green Bayorganization1UW-Eau Claireorganization1UW-Stoutorganization1Jay Rothmanperson1Board of Regentsorganization1Patrick Testinperson1
- UW sees first incarcerated bachelor’s degree graduates since 1975
The University of Wisconsin System awarded bachelor’s degrees to incarcerated students for the first time since 1975, with graduates from Oakhill and Stanley Correctional Institutions. The Prison Education Initiative, funded by a $5.7 million grant, supports workforce development through prison-based education programs.
- University of Wisconsin system president fired after refusing to quit
The University of Wisconsin system president, Jay Rothman, was fired by the board of regents in a unanimous vote after four years in the role. Republican state Senate President Patrick Testin condemned the decision as a 'blatant partisan hatchet job.'