Gov. Walker has indicated that his top priorities for the 2013-15 Biennial State Budget are creating jobs, developing the workforce, transforming education, reforming government, and investing in infrastructure. In the time leading up to the Biennial Budget Address on February 20, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. in the Assembly Chambers, Walker is releasing a series of […]
Walker Appoints Chief Economic Development Officer
Date Tue, Jan. 29, 2013 - 1:08pm By Hamilton
Gov. Walker has removed “interim” from the title of the CEO of the Wisconsin Economic Development (WEDC) by appointing Reed Hall to fill the permanent position. “Reed brings a fresh perspective and strong leadership to the WEDC,” said Gov. Walker. “Reed’s experience at the Marshfield Clinic, in numerous civic organizations, and involvement in creating private […]
UW Launches Flexible Degree Program to Aid Workforce Development
Date Tue, Dec. 4, 2012 - 11:30am By Hamilton
In an effort to address the needs of Wisconsin’s workforce and the fill the demand for online education, the University of Wisconsin System has created the UW Flexible Option, a competency-based, self-paced learning option. The UW Flexible Option is designed for nontraditional adult students who often come to college with substantial learning acquired in a […]