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April 24, 2025

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Heads of UW system, state agencies defend diversity, inclusion practices to audit committee

Posted on 4/24/2025

Wisconsin Examiner

President of the Dane County NAACP chapter Greg Jones was the only member of the public to testify at a Joint Audit Committee hearing Tuesday on two recent audits into the diversity, equity and inclusion practices of state agencies and the Universities of Wisconsin. His message to lawmakers was simple: listen to individuals’ stories about the impact of diversity, equity and inclusion programs and stay away from politicized attacks on DEI.

Research

Four UW-Madison professors appointed to American Academy of Arts and Sciences

Posted on 4/24/2025

Channel 3000

Four UW-Madison faculty members have been elected to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences.

Leading Scholars Gather for Hilliard-Sizemore Research Course in Denver

Posted on 4/24/2025

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The day-long event featured presentations from renowned scholars including Dr. Gloria Ladson-Billings, professor emerita at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and Dr. Fred Bonner II of Prairie View A&M University.

Science sit-down: Professor Line Roald breaks down the 21st-century electric grid

Posted on 4/24/2025

The Daily Cardinal

Professor Line Roald wanted to make a difference when she joined the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE). Now, she uses mathematical methods like risk assessment and optimization to further the development of America’s electric grid.

Higher Education/System

Not all young workers prioritize a high salary in their job search—here’s what matters more

Posted on 4/24/2025

CNBC

Prioritizing location, especially one near family, rather than salary explains Hali Jama’s post-college plans “bar for bar,” she tells CNBC Make It. The 22-year-old will graduate from the University of Wisconsin–Madison in May and move to Chicago for an analyst job.

GOP audit committee chair calls state DEI spending ‘rebranded discrimination’ at hearing

Posted on 4/24/2025

Wisconsin Public Radio

The audits released by the nonpartisan Legislative Audit Bureau showed the Universities of Wisconsin and state agencies have failed to track millions of dollars spent on diversity, equity and inclusion efforts.

New Gustavus president named

Posted on 4/24/2025

Mankato Free Press

Following a postdoctoral fellowship in plant physiological ecology at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Volin taught at Florida Atlantic University and served as director of the environmental sciences graduate program. Volin joined the University of Connecticut in 2007 to head the Department of Natural Resources and the Environment, advancing to serve as vice provost of academic affairs.

Carnegie Classifications debuts redesign of system to group colleges

Posted on 4/24/2025

Higher Ed Dive

Meanwhile, colleges that provide lower access but higher earnings contain all eight universities that make up the Ivy League, as well as other prestigious colleges, such as Stanford University. This group also included state flagships such as the University of Wisconsin-Madison and the University of Florida.

Another UW-Madison international student gets court protection from deportation

Posted on 4/24/2025

Milwaukee Journal Sentinel

A second University of Wisconsin-Madison student from overseas who had their visa revoked by the Trump administration has won a victory in the courts.

The class of 2025 can’t find jobs

Posted on 4/24/2025

The Daily Cardinal

Elliot Novak is about to graduate from the University of Wisconsin-Madison with a degree in art education, but it’s a hard time to start as a teacher. President Donald Trump issued an executive order to close the Department of Education, and there have been mass layoffs within the department. 

Physical media is making a comeback and UW-Madison is joining

Posted on 4/24/2025

The Daily Cardinal

Having millions of songs at our disposal through mobile devices propelled the initial decline in vinyl records and then CDs. However, UW-Madison students are part of a larger resurgence in physical media use among younger audiences. As early as 2007, global vinyl record sales started increasing every year. In the U.S., more than 43 million vinyl records were sold in 2024.

Campus life

Camp Randall Spring Showcase offers first look into 2025 season

Posted on 4/24/2025

The Daily Cardinal

For the first time this year, Camp Randall Stadium opened its doors to the public on Saturday, providing a glimpse into what football could look like for the Wisconsin Badgers in 2025.

Stop to smell the roses: UW’s Earth Fest showcases sustainability, creativity

Posted on 4/24/2025

The Badger Herald

First established as a national holiday in 1970, Earth Day offers a moment to reflect on the health and beauty of the natural world. It is an excellent reason for millions of Americans to step outside and breathe in the fresh air. For University of Wisconsin students, it can be much more. This week heralds UW’s second annual Earth Fest, a week-long celebration of the Earth.

‘We aim to entertain’: UW-Madison A Cappella group to host spring showcase this Friday

Posted on 4/24/2025

WMTV - Channel 15

If you don’t have any plans for this Friday, check out the spring showcase for the UW-Madison A Cappella group, Fundamentally Sound.

No citations for underage drinkers seeking help in Madison under new policy

Posted on 4/24/2025

Spectrum News

The policy also gives immunity to someone who’s a victim of a crime, such as sexual assault or violence.

There’s already a similar policy in place at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

The ABCs of aquaponics, and spring paddling

Posted on 4/24/2025

Wisconsin Public Radio

Aquaponics is a system in which the waste of fish provides nutrients for plants which purify the water. To learn more, we talk to Johanna Oosterwyk, instructional manager of the D.C. Smith Greenhouse on the UW-Madison campus.

‘Spring Awakening’ provides a mirror into society’s treatment of teenage sexuality

Posted on 4/24/2025

The Daily Cardinal

The Department of Theatre and Drama at the University of Wisconsin-Madison is performing the Broadway smash “Spring Awakening” through April 27 at the Mitchell Theatre, highlighting intimacy and sexuality in the face of social taboos.

State news

‘The nuclear renaissance’: Wisconsin lawmakers discuss pro-nuclear energy bills

Posted on 4/24/2025

Wisconsin Public Radio

“It has been many years since new nuclear power plants have been considered in the state of Wisconsin, and in that time there have been many substantial changes in the technology of nuclear energy,” said Paul Wilson, a nuclear engineering professor at UW-Madison, at the hearing.

Community

Three receive 2025 Chancellor’s Entrepreneurial Achievement Award

Posted on 4/24/2025

Channel 3000

Three innovators were awarded the 2025 Chancellor’s Entrepreneurial Achievement Award. Established in 2011, the achievement award recognizes UW-Madison innovators and alumni who have contributed to economic growth and the social good.

Odyssey Project, long focused on academics, wants to offer housing too

Posted on 4/24/2025

The Cap Times

Seeking to help more low-income adults earn college degrees, a longtime academic program at the University of Wisconsin-Madison wants to expand into housing services.

Health

Doctors in flight: UW Health Med Flight celebrates 40 years of critical care from the sky

Posted on 4/24/2025

Channel 3000

On Wednesday, UW Health physicians reflected on Med Flight 40 years after its first ever dispatch.

Most doctors are used to staying indoors whether it be a hospital or clinic, but 21 UW Health physicians prefer a different method, where they take to the sky to meet those in need.

Athletics

Wisconsin coach leaves for job leading US national team

Posted on 4/24/2025

Wisconsin State Journal

The University of Wisconsin is looking for a new swimming and diving coach.

Yuri Suguiyama is leaving the Badgers after seven seasons to become the senior director and coach for the USA Swimming national team.

From Formula SAE to IndyNXT: Yuven Sundaramoorthy becomes the fastest Badger

Posted on 4/24/2025

The Daily Cardinal

Lining up on the grid for the Indy NXT Milwaukee Mile in 2024, Yuven Sundaramoorthy’s red and white racing helmet stood out to the Wisconsin crowd. The helmet was emblazoned with a large red W, an homage to the University of Wisconsin-Madison, his alma mater.