WHITEWATER – Dr. Richard Telfer officially became the 15th chancellor of the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater today as the UW System Board of Regents confirmed his appointment.
Dr. Telfer served as interim chancellor for the past year and previously held the position of provost. Dr. Telfer began his career at UW-Whitewater more than 20 years ago as a faculty member in the College of Education.
“It is an honor for me to be selected to lead this wonderful university. I look forward to continued strong relationships with the faculty and staff and students and to further our goals set forth in our strategic plan. Our alumni and community partners continue to be vital components of our success. It is my plan to work to strengthen those important relationships,” Dr. Telfer said.
“We’ve just finished an exceptional year on the UW-Whitewater campus in terms of both academic and athletic successes. There is much to be proud of at UW-Whitewater. Campus is changing every day with construction projects to build new academic buildings, to improve our athletic facilities and other infrastructure. It is an exciting time to be associated with UW-Whitewater and I believe our future is strong. We are committed to enhancing southeastern Wisconsin by graduating more students who are well prepared to become the future leaders of our communities.”
Dr. Telfer and his wife Roni make their home in Whitewater where they are active in campus, community and civic groups. The Telfers have two adult children, Rachel and Gavin.
