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Chancellor David Wilson's speech, "Maximum Access: Building on Excellence," delivered Feb. 7, 2007, is available in text and video formats.

Read an article about the speech.

Chancellor Wilson outlines vision of "Maximum Access" for UW Colleges and UW-Extension: More than 250 faculty, staff and special guests packed three rooms in the Pyle Center in Madison on Feb. 7 to hear Chancellor David Wilson unveil the shared vision for the UW Colleges and UW-Extension.
Leadership changes: Klemme and Lampe receive new appointments.
Updates on searches and screens in process: Progress in hiring for upper-level UW Colleges and UW-Extension positions.
WPR adds 29th station: WSSW-FM, 89.1, is now bringing listeners in the Platteville area a mix of news and classical music, 24/7.

College Transition Project aims to help college students maintain good mental health: High school seniors are at risk for a number of mental and physical health issues when they enter college.
Partners collaborate to give nonprofit organizations a vital edge: Nonprofit organizations actively improve the quality of life in Wisconsin communities. However, they often struggle to effectively meet their mission and focus limited resources strategically.

Recent statewide and national professional awards and appointments received by UW Colleges and UW-Extension faculty and staff

Chancellor David Wilson unveils his vision for UW Colleges and UW-Extension. Photo by Jim Gill, Wisconsin Public Television

Training helps nonprofit organizations make the best use of resources. Photo by Helen Neal, UW-Extension Washington County

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