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-- In a recent report, a UW-Madison think tank found instructional staff growth at the university hasn’t kept up with rising undergraduate enrollment.  The Center for Research on the Wisconsin Economy, or CROWE, recently released a report called “Administrative Intensity at UW-Madison,” the fourth in a series focused on the economics of the university.  It focuses on two different metrics: administrative...

In a recent report, a UW-Madison think tank found instructional staff growth at the university hasn’t kept up with rising undergraduate enrollment.  The Center for Research on the Wisconsin Economy, or CROWE, recently released a report called “Administrative Intensity at UW-Madison,” the fourth in a series focused on the economics of the university. 

Recently, Brown County District Attorney David Lasee issued his decision regarding the death of Steve E. Ventura, which occurred on February 23, 2024, in the City of Green Bay, Wis. The district attorney determined there will be no criminal charges for involved law enforcement.  The Wisconsin Department of Justice Division of Criminal Investigation investigative files, along...

MILWAUKEE — Marquette University President Michael R. Lovell announced today that Perry and Sheila Vieth, founding members of Marquette University’s President’s Advisory Council, have made a major gift to launch a new collaborative institute — the Vieth Institute for Real Estate Leadership. The multi-million-dollar gift will establish one of the nation’s only interdisciplinary real...

MADISON, Wis. – The latest episode of “WisBusiness.com: The Show,” features Jim Blair, general manager of the Madison office of VC3, which was recently acquired by North American tech consulting firm VC3. Blair talks about the acquisition of Aberdean as well as cybersecurity trends for businesses and municipalities. The Show also previews upcoming Tech Council events.

MILWAUKEE –  Port Milwaukee welcomed the Viking Octantis on Wednesday, May 1, as the first cruise ship to call on the city for the 2024 season. This marks the third consecutive year that Octantis has arrived as the inaugural cruise ship. Port Milwaukee expects another strong cruising season in 2024, with 27 visits being made by seven vessels...

MADISON, Wis. – The latest episode of “WisBusiness.com: The Show,” features Jim Blair, general manager of the Madison office of VC3, which was recently acquired by North American tech consulting firm VC3. Blair talks about the acquisition of Aberdean as well as cybersecurity trends for businesses and municipalities. The Show also previews upcoming Tech Council events.

MILWAUKEE, USA (May 1, 2024) – May is the gateway to summer at the Harley-Davidson Museum. With a new exhibit, the return of free concerts every Thursday at Bike Night, bike demos and fun events packed throughout the month, there’s never a bad time to point your wheels to 6th & Canal. And it starts straightaway on...

ST. PAUL, Minn., and CHICAGO – Tickets are now available for a second daily Amtrak service between the Twin Cities and Chicago, via Milwaukee: new state-sponsored Borealistrains originate from St. Paul at midday and from Chicago in the late morning. Travelers seeking a more comfortable, sustainable and productive choice than driving will have double the current rail options,...

MADISON, Wis. – Kicking off Mental Health Awareness Month, Quartz today celebrated positive member outcomes from the first year of the Quartz mental well-being programs with AbleTo. Last May, Quartz announced the launch of the innovative new suite of personalized virtual therapy and coaching programs plus an on-demand self-care app for eligible Quartz members. “Mental...

MILWAUKEE, WI – Cream City Foundation announces the launch of its 2024 Scholarship Program for the 2024-2025 academic school year for students of Southeastern Wisconsin. Cream City Foundation’s (CCF) Scholarship Program is building on the incredible growth of its scholarship program in 2023.  Via last year’s program, 20 scholarships of $2,500 each were awarded...

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Imaginasium, a research-based and strategy-led marketing agency for manufacturers, is proud to announce Jen Fietz as its new owner and CEO. Fietz replaces former owner and CEO, Denis Kreft.  “I knew shortly after meeting Jen in 2019 that she had what it took to lead Imaginasium into the next era,” said Kreft....