The University of Wisconsin System is a university system of public universities in the state of Wisconsin. It is one of the largest public higher education systems in the country, enrolling more than 182,000 students each year and employing more than 32,000 faculty and staff statewide. The University of Wisconsin System comprises two doctoral research universities, eleven comprehensive universities, thirteen freshman-sophomore colleges, and the statewide University of Wisconsin–Extension.
History
The present-day University of Wisconsin System was created on October 11, 1971, by Chapter 100, Laws of 1971, which combined the former Chapter 36 (former University of Wisconsin) and Chapter 37 (former Wisconsin State Universities) to create a new Chapter 36 (University of Wisconsin System) of the Wisconsin Statutes.
Former University of Wisconsin
The University of Wisconsin was created by the state constitution in 1848, and held its first classes in Madison in 1849. In 1956, pressed by the growing demand for a large public university that offered graduate programs in Wisconsin's largest city, Wisconsin lawmakers merged Wisconsin State College of Milwaukee (WSCM) and the University of Wisconsin-Extension's Milwaukee division as the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. The new campus consisted of both the WSCM campus near the lakefront and the UW extension in downtown Milwaukee.
University of Wisconsin–Madison, the largest and oldest university in this system, which is abbreviated UW and known as the flagship campus of the system
Originally an extension of the University of Wisconsin–Madison, the school began in 1963 with three buildings. Three more buildings were constructed in 1971. The University of Wisconsin System was formed in 1973, with UW–Marshfield/ Wood County as one of 14 charter University of Wisconsin Center two-year campuses.
School
One of 13 freshman-sophomore campuses of the UW Colleges, UW–Marshfield/Wood County offers a general education associate degree and is one of six UW Colleges campuses that offer a Bachelor in Applied Arts and Sciences (BAAS) degree. After beginning studies at UW–Marshfield/Wood County, students may transfer to other UW System institutions and to colleges and universities throughout the country to complete their bachelor's degrees, or complete the BAAS at Marshfield/Wood County.
Wisconsin's geography is diverse, with the Northern Highland and Western Upland along with a part of the Central Plain occupying the western part of the state and lowlands stretching to the shore of Lake Michigan. Wisconsin is second to Michigan in the length of its Great Lakes coastline.
Wisconsin is known as "America's Dairyland" because it is one of the nation's leading dairy producers, particularly famous for cheese. Manufacturing, especially paper products, information technology (IT), and tourism are also major contributors to the state's economy.
The commission to create the statue of Wisconsin on the top of the dome was originally promised to Helen Farnsworth Mears, originally of Wisconsin. When Daniel Chester French agreed to produce the finial figure, the commission was switched to him.
Description
This work, often referred to as the "Golden Lady", consists of an allegorical figure reminiscent of Athena, dressed in Greek garb, her right arm outstretched to symbolize the state motto, "Forward", and wearing a helmet topped by a badger, the Wisconsin state totem.
The figure's left hand holds a globe with an eagle perched on top. Across the eagle's chest is a large W, for Wisconsin, a detail hard to discern.
Wisconsin is 15ft 5in (4.70m) tall and weighs 3 short tons (2.7t).
The lady is also in a mural in the House of Representatives.
Wisconsin is the second album by the hardcore punk band The Crucifucks. The album is noted for having a more "mellow" sound compared to The Crucifucks debut, although its lyrics maintain a stridently anarchist political viewpoint.
The Wood County prisoner who has been on the run since escaping April 9 has been captured in Michigan.
Christopher Eldredge was found along North Dixie Highway near Frenchtown Township in Michigan by a Monroe County Sheriff’s Deputy around 3 a.m. Friday.
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published: 22 Apr 2022
Wood County Sheriff's Office job openings
Brianne Cooper, Director of Human Resources & Finance for the Wood County Sheriff's Office, joins Your Day to discuss the current job openings they have.
published: 04 May 2022
Virtual Tour of Wood County Hospital
Welcome to the Wood County Hospital. We're excited to take you on a journey through our state-of-the-art healthcare facility, where compassionate care and cutting-edge technology come together to serve our community.
Join us as we walk through the various departments and units that make up Wood County Hospital. From our modern patient rooms to our advanced surgical suites, you'll get an inside look at the places where healing and wellness happen.
published: 25 Oct 2023
Mother of inmate found dead in Wood County Jail cell talks to WTOL 11
Dakota Embry died hours after being booked into the Wood County Jail after being captured for running from the Northwest Community Corrections Center.
His mother says he was trying to get clean and live a better life for his daughter.
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published: 05 Jun 2023
Costly damage: Dairy farms, road dilemmas in Wood County | 11 Investigates
65 miles of road are damaged in Wood County and some believe dairy farms are to blame. The problem is, it's not exactly an easy fix.
published: 22 Feb 2023
Wood County, WI Jail Tour
Filmed in May 2021, this is a tour of the Wood County Jail in Wisconsin Rapids, WI. County leadership will soon decide whether to proceed with funding for a new jail facility. More information is available here: https://www.onfocus.news/new-wood-county-jail-aims-to-improve-safety-efficiency/
published: 08 Jul 2021
Wood County Sheriff's Office holding weekend traffic blitz, warning drivers to not drive intoxicated
A stern warning for drivers who will be in and around Wood County this weekend.
Because of the busy St. Paddy's Day weekend, the Wood County Sheriff's Office will be out in full force, discouraging people from making poor choices.
St. Patrick's Day is over, but people are still expected to celebrate throughout the weekend.
It makes it one of the biggest weekends for alcohol consumption.
With that in mind, the Wood County Sheriff's Office plans to be on high alert during this weekend's traffic blitz.
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published: 19 Mar 2022
BODYCAM FOOTAGE: Escaped Wood County inmate back in custody after 2 weeks on the run
An escaped Wood County prisoner missing was re-captured in Michigan on Friday, April 22.
Christopher Eldredge was found along North Dixie Highway near Frenchtown Township in Michigan by a Monroe County Sheriff’s Deputy around at 3 a.m.
Eldredge had escaped from custody on April 9 while he was receiving medical treatment at the Wood County Hospital.
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published: 22 Apr 2022
150th annual Wood County Fair runs until August 6
The Wood County Agricultural Society celebrates the 150th annual Wood County Fair in Bowling Green.
published: 31 Jul 2023
Carlos Gomez, MD, Orthopaedic Surgeon, Wood County Advanced Orthopaedics
Dr. Carlos Gomez provides advanced and personalized orthopedic care specializing in sports medicine, trauma and personalized joint replacement surgeries. Dr. Gomez provides compassionate care making his patients feel more like family and not a number.
To schedule an appointment, call 419-354-3072. www.woodcountyhospital.org/providers/carlos-e-gomez-md
The Wood County prisoner who has been on the run since escaping April 9 has been captured in Michigan.
Christopher Eldredge was found along North Dixie Highw...
The Wood County prisoner who has been on the run since escaping April 9 has been captured in Michigan.
Christopher Eldredge was found along North Dixie Highway near Frenchtown Township in Michigan by a Monroe County Sheriff’s Deputy around 3 a.m. Friday.
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The Wood County prisoner who has been on the run since escaping April 9 has been captured in Michigan.
Christopher Eldredge was found along North Dixie Highway near Frenchtown Township in Michigan by a Monroe County Sheriff’s Deputy around 3 a.m. Friday.
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Brianne Cooper, Director of Human Resources & Finance for the Wood County Sheriff's Office, joins Your Day to discuss the current job openings they have.
Brianne Cooper, Director of Human Resources & Finance for the Wood County Sheriff's Office, joins Your Day to discuss the current job openings they have.
Brianne Cooper, Director of Human Resources & Finance for the Wood County Sheriff's Office, joins Your Day to discuss the current job openings they have.
Welcome to the Wood County Hospital. We're excited to take you on a journey through our state-of-the-art healthcare facility, where compassionate care and cutti...
Welcome to the Wood County Hospital. We're excited to take you on a journey through our state-of-the-art healthcare facility, where compassionate care and cutting-edge technology come together to serve our community.
Join us as we walk through the various departments and units that make up Wood County Hospital. From our modern patient rooms to our advanced surgical suites, you'll get an inside look at the places where healing and wellness happen.
Welcome to the Wood County Hospital. We're excited to take you on a journey through our state-of-the-art healthcare facility, where compassionate care and cutting-edge technology come together to serve our community.
Join us as we walk through the various departments and units that make up Wood County Hospital. From our modern patient rooms to our advanced surgical suites, you'll get an inside look at the places where healing and wellness happen.
Dakota Embry died hours after being booked into the Wood County Jail after being captured for running from the Northwest Community Corrections Center.
His m...
Dakota Embry died hours after being booked into the Wood County Jail after being captured for running from the Northwest Community Corrections Center.
His mother says he was trying to get clean and live a better life for his daughter.
MORE: https://www.wtol.com/article/news/crime/escaped-inmate-dakota-embry-dead-in-wood-county-jail-cell-hours-after-arrest-friday/512-fd87ec50-a20c-4085-8bad-201d11c937fa
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Dakota Embry died hours after being booked into the Wood County Jail after being captured for running from the Northwest Community Corrections Center.
His mother says he was trying to get clean and live a better life for his daughter.
MORE: https://www.wtol.com/article/news/crime/escaped-inmate-dakota-embry-dead-in-wood-county-jail-cell-hours-after-arrest-friday/512-fd87ec50-a20c-4085-8bad-201d11c937fa
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Filmed in May 2021, this is a tour of the Wood County Jail in Wisconsin Rapids, WI. County leadership will soon decide whether to proceed with funding for a new...
Filmed in May 2021, this is a tour of the Wood County Jail in Wisconsin Rapids, WI. County leadership will soon decide whether to proceed with funding for a new jail facility. More information is available here: https://www.onfocus.news/new-wood-county-jail-aims-to-improve-safety-efficiency/
Filmed in May 2021, this is a tour of the Wood County Jail in Wisconsin Rapids, WI. County leadership will soon decide whether to proceed with funding for a new jail facility. More information is available here: https://www.onfocus.news/new-wood-county-jail-aims-to-improve-safety-efficiency/
A stern warning for drivers who will be in and around Wood County this weekend.
Because of the busy St. Paddy's Day weekend, the Wood County Sheriff's Offic...
A stern warning for drivers who will be in and around Wood County this weekend.
Because of the busy St. Paddy's Day weekend, the Wood County Sheriff's Office will be out in full force, discouraging people from making poor choices.
St. Patrick's Day is over, but people are still expected to celebrate throughout the weekend.
It makes it one of the biggest weekends for alcohol consumption.
With that in mind, the Wood County Sheriff's Office plans to be on high alert during this weekend's traffic blitz.
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A stern warning for drivers who will be in and around Wood County this weekend.
Because of the busy St. Paddy's Day weekend, the Wood County Sheriff's Office will be out in full force, discouraging people from making poor choices.
St. Patrick's Day is over, but people are still expected to celebrate throughout the weekend.
It makes it one of the biggest weekends for alcohol consumption.
With that in mind, the Wood County Sheriff's Office plans to be on high alert during this weekend's traffic blitz.
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An escaped Wood County prisoner missing was re-captured in Michigan on Friday, April 22.
Christopher Eldredge was found along North Dixie Highway near French...
An escaped Wood County prisoner missing was re-captured in Michigan on Friday, April 22.
Christopher Eldredge was found along North Dixie Highway near Frenchtown Township in Michigan by a Monroe County Sheriff’s Deputy around at 3 a.m.
Eldredge had escaped from custody on April 9 while he was receiving medical treatment at the Wood County Hospital.
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An escaped Wood County prisoner missing was re-captured in Michigan on Friday, April 22.
Christopher Eldredge was found along North Dixie Highway near Frenchtown Township in Michigan by a Monroe County Sheriff’s Deputy around at 3 a.m.
Eldredge had escaped from custody on April 9 while he was receiving medical treatment at the Wood County Hospital.
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Dr. Carlos Gomez provides advanced and personalized orthopedic care specializing in sports medicine, trauma and personalized joint replacement surgeries. Dr. Go...
Dr. Carlos Gomez provides advanced and personalized orthopedic care specializing in sports medicine, trauma and personalized joint replacement surgeries. Dr. Gomez provides compassionate care making his patients feel more like family and not a number.
To schedule an appointment, call 419-354-3072. www.woodcountyhospital.org/providers/carlos-e-gomez-md
Dr. Carlos Gomez provides advanced and personalized orthopedic care specializing in sports medicine, trauma and personalized joint replacement surgeries. Dr. Gomez provides compassionate care making his patients feel more like family and not a number.
To schedule an appointment, call 419-354-3072. www.woodcountyhospital.org/providers/carlos-e-gomez-md
The Wood County prisoner who has been on the run since escaping April 9 has been captured in Michigan.
Christopher Eldredge was found along North Dixie Highway near Frenchtown Township in Michigan by a Monroe County Sheriff’s Deputy around 3 a.m. Friday.
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Brianne Cooper, Director of Human Resources & Finance for the Wood County Sheriff's Office, joins Your Day to discuss the current job openings they have.
Welcome to the Wood County Hospital. We're excited to take you on a journey through our state-of-the-art healthcare facility, where compassionate care and cutting-edge technology come together to serve our community.
Join us as we walk through the various departments and units that make up Wood County Hospital. From our modern patient rooms to our advanced surgical suites, you'll get an inside look at the places where healing and wellness happen.
Dakota Embry died hours after being booked into the Wood County Jail after being captured for running from the Northwest Community Corrections Center.
His mother says he was trying to get clean and live a better life for his daughter.
MORE: https://www.wtol.com/article/news/crime/escaped-inmate-dakota-embry-dead-in-wood-county-jail-cell-hours-after-arrest-friday/512-fd87ec50-a20c-4085-8bad-201d11c937fa
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Filmed in May 2021, this is a tour of the Wood County Jail in Wisconsin Rapids, WI. County leadership will soon decide whether to proceed with funding for a new jail facility. More information is available here: https://www.onfocus.news/new-wood-county-jail-aims-to-improve-safety-efficiency/
A stern warning for drivers who will be in and around Wood County this weekend.
Because of the busy St. Paddy's Day weekend, the Wood County Sheriff's Office will be out in full force, discouraging people from making poor choices.
St. Patrick's Day is over, but people are still expected to celebrate throughout the weekend.
It makes it one of the biggest weekends for alcohol consumption.
With that in mind, the Wood County Sheriff's Office plans to be on high alert during this weekend's traffic blitz.
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An escaped Wood County prisoner missing was re-captured in Michigan on Friday, April 22.
Christopher Eldredge was found along North Dixie Highway near Frenchtown Township in Michigan by a Monroe County Sheriff’s Deputy around at 3 a.m.
Eldredge had escaped from custody on April 9 while he was receiving medical treatment at the Wood County Hospital.
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Dr. Carlos Gomez provides advanced and personalized orthopedic care specializing in sports medicine, trauma and personalized joint replacement surgeries. Dr. Gomez provides compassionate care making his patients feel more like family and not a number.
To schedule an appointment, call 419-354-3072. www.woodcountyhospital.org/providers/carlos-e-gomez-md