UW president on state of universities, A look at the changing Wisconsin electorate, A nonprofit trying to end youth homelessness

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UW System President Jay Rothman listens to UW–Madison student Ellie Thoma (right) talk about Thoma’s research project “The Effects of Social Connectedness: From Public Housing and Vouchers to the Classroom” on display during Research in the Rotunda in the Wisconsin State Capitol on March 6, 2024. (Jeff Miller / UW–Madison)

UW President Jay Rothman offers insights on the Universities of Wisconsin. Then, a data expert explains how Wisconsin’s Democratic and Republican voters are evolving. Then, we learn about efforts to help youth who have aged out of foster care.

Featured in this Episode

  • Universities of Wisconsin regents approve faculty layoffs

    Last week, the Universities of Wisconsin leadership board voted to lay off 32 tenured faculty members at UW-Milwaukee. We talk with UW President Jay Rothman about the state of the universities.

  • Self-identified Wisconsin Democrats, Republicans have changed significantly over the years

    A data expert explains how the Democratic and Republican electorates in Wisconsin are evolving in demographics and ideology. 

  • Unhoused Youth Initiative supports adults aged out of foster care

    Madison-based nonprofit, Urban Triage is working to end homelessness among youth. We learn about the Unhoused Youth Initiative and its efforts to support young adults who have aged out of foster care.

Episode Credits

  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • Kate Archer Kent Host
  • Jay Rothman Guest
  • Craig Gilbert Guest
  • Brandi Grayson Guest
  • Dean Knetter Executive Producer
  • Joe Tarr Producer
  • Royce Podeszwa Producer
  • Colleen Leahy Producer
  • Courtney Everett Producer
  • Tyler Ditter Technical Director
  • Sarah Hopefl Technical Director

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